FOCUS DR-HD100 User Guide

ProHD

DR-HD100

Portable DTE Recorder

User Guide

Part Number: MANL-0995-08

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unauthorized use of equipment and will not make allowance or
credit for unauthorized use or access.

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Contacting FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS:

USA
Office Hours: Monday through Friday

8:00 AM to 5:00PM (Central Time)

Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Address: Focus Enhancements, Inc.

1370 Dell Avenue
Campbell, CA. 95008
www.focusinfo.com

EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)
Office Hours: Monday through Friday

9:00 AM to 5:00PM

Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: +49 4307 - 83 58 58
Fax: +49 4307 - 83 58 99
Address: COMO Computer & Motion GmbHA

A Focus Enhancements Company
Lise-Meitner-Str. 15
24223 Raisdorf / Germany
www.focusinfo.com

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Regulations and Safety

Focus Enhancements, Inc.
1370 Dell Avenue
Campbell, CA. 95008

Model Number: ProHD DR-HD100
Date of Manufacture:

Reference the Serial Number label attached to
the unit.

Serial Number

The serial number for this equipment is located on the back of the
unit. Please write this serial number on the enclosed warranty
card and keep it in a secure area.

FCC Class A

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and
connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To
prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances
such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and
connectors.

This equipment has been tested and found to com ply with in the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, correct the interference by one or more of the following:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that used by the receiver.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technicia n for
help.

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Symbol Used In the ProHD DR-HD100 Unit

This symbol indicates the presence of an uninsulated
Dangerous V oltage within the product’ s enclosure that
may constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

Symbols Used in This Documentation

This symbol indicates important information that the User
should read.

This symbol indicates supplemenatry information about
features, functions, or operations that may be of interest to
the user.

Documentation

Read, Retain, and Follow Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.

• Retain Documentation
Place documentation in a secure place for future reference
on operating and safety instructions.

• Follow All Operating and Safety Instructions

• Pay Attention to All Warnings
Warnings are provided to protect the operator, the
equipment, and content.

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Electrical Precautions

Do Not Expose to Moisture

Do not use this product near water or in an environment where it
is exposed to dampness or there is the possibility of it getting wet.

Do Not Remove Cover

There are No User Serviceable Parts inside this unit. Servicing
should be done by qualified service personnel.

ON / OFF Switch in Stand-By Position

The On/Off switch Does Not Separate the Unit From the Main
Power when it is in the stand-by position.

Power Sources

Use only power sources that match those indicated on the
marking label. If unsure sure of the type of power supp ly that is
available, consult your dealer or local power company.

Do Not Overload Power Outlets

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.

Verify Power Plugs are Fully Inserted

To prevent potential electrical shock to personnel, verify that the
DR-HD100 power cord plug is fully inserted in to a grounded
receptor and that the plug blades are not exposed.

ATTENTION

POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS
UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN
PROLONGA TEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE
SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE
INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.

Power-Cord Protection

• Routing Power-Cords
Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or ag ainst them.
Avoid sharp angles in the cord, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit the
product.

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• Non-Use Period
During extended periods when the device is not used,
unplug it from the power source and retract the power-cord.

Grounding or Polarization

• Polarized
If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

• Grounded
If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into
a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna
or cable system is
connected to the DR­HD100, verify that the
antenna or cable
system is grounded.
This provides some
protection against
voltage surges and
built-up static charges.

Refer to Article 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
for information about the proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.

Lightning and Power Surges

During electrical storms or when left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug the DR-HD100 from the power
source and disconnect the antenna or cable system.

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Power Lines

Do not locate an outside antenna system in the vicinity of
overhead power lines, electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall onto such lines or circuits.

When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.

Optical Precaution

The use of optical instruments with this device will increase
hazards to the eyes hazard.

Maintenance and Moving

Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. The
product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry
cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or
other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.

Servicing

Unplug the device from the power outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally when following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. The incorrect
adjustment of other controls can result in damage and often
requires extensive work by a qualified techn icia n to rest or e
the product to its normal operation.

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

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Accessories and Replacement Parts

Use only attachments and accessories recommended by Focus
Enhancements.

Use only replacement parts specified by the Focus
Enhancements or of comparable quality and characteristics as
the original parts.

Unauthorized substitution of parts can result in fire, electrical
shock, other hazards, and loss of warranty.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.

Operating Environment

Location

Any mounting of this device should follow its instructions, and
should use only mounting accessories recommended by Focus
Enhancements.

• Install this device on a sturdy, level surface, away from
moisture and dust.

• Heat
Locate this device away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves or other electrical devices
(including amplifiers) that generate heat.

Ventilation

Do not block the ventilation openings in the DR-HD100 body.
Overheating can occur and damage the device. Do not place this
device in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack,
unless proper ventilation is provided.

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Table of Contents

Introduction 1

DTE Eliminates Pre-edit Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

DR-HD100 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

DR-HD100 2.0 Upgrade Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Quickstart 7

Physical Description and Basic Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

LCD Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Function buttons (A, B, C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Power On Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Navigation Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Transport Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Back Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Forward Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Back Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Pause, STOP and Power OFF . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Forward Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Top Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

FireWire Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Remote Control, Serial Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Camera FireWire Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Internal Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Side Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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The DR-HD100 Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Powering the DR-HD100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting the DR-HD100 to AC Power . . . . . . . . . . 20

Installing / Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Installing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Removing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Connecting a DR-HD100 to a DV/HD Camcorder . . . . . . 23

Record and Playback with the DR-HD100 . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Power On the DR-HD100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Select HDD Recorder Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Select a DV/HD File Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Set Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Record With the DR-HD100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Manual Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Creating a New File without Dropping Frames 31

JVC GY-HD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Series Record and Split Slave Control Modes . . . 33

Series Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Split Slave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Syncro Slave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

External . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Recording Timecode in the File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Playback on the DR-HD100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

DR-HD100: Using with a Computer 37

Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Mounting the DR-HD100 in Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

DR-HD100 and FAT 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using Avid OMF Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Windows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Mounting the DR-HD100 (Macintosh) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Macintosh) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Mounting Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Mounting DR-HD100 to a Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Clipping to a Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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DR-HD100 Functions 51

General Screen Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Welcome Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

DISP (display) Information Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

DR-HD100 System Information Screens . . . . . . . . . . .56

Record Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Normal Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Retro Cache Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Retro Disk Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Loop Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Saving Loop Record Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Snap Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Time Lapse Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

HDD Mode Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Setting Up Master and Slave DR-HD100 . . . . . . . . . .64

Format Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

DV Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

HD Format Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Setup Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

LCD Light On, Off, Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Alarm On, Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Stop Frame, No video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

EXT CTL OFF, Pause, Frame, File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

TIME CODE EXT, REC RUN, FREE RUN, REGEN . .71

TC SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

UB SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

TC DROP, NON-DROP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

HDV TC TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

LCD CONTRAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Functions Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Functions List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

LOCK/UNLK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Assigning Clips to Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Utilities Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Organize Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Organize OMF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Organize MXF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

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Organize PINN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Delete Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Format Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Repair Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Repair Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

File Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Upgrade Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

System Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Diagnostic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Reels Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Placing a Clip in a Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Using a Wired Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Play Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Play From Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Control Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

LCD Display Symbols and Text 101

GY-HD Camera’s 1394 REC Trig Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Technical Specifications 103

Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Input/Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Audio/Video/Ti mecode Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

DTE File Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Disk Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

DR-HD100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Log Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Compatible Camcorders and Accessories . . . . . . . . 106

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Focus Enhancements’ DR-HD100
portable direct-to-edit (
portable DVHD disk recorder with DTE technology designed for h and
held camcorders in a small, rugged and shock proof chassis.

If you edit with applications from Adobe, Apple, Avid, Canopus,
Matrox, Pinnacle, Sony, Ulead, and many others, Focus
Enhancements' DTE Technology is the only solution that can save
hundreds of hours a year by recording clips to disk in your non-linear
editor’s (NLE) native file format.

DTE Eliminates Pre-edit Processing

The DR-HD100 DTE disk recorder eliminates the need to capture,
transfer or convert video clips before editing. The DR-HD100 is a
stand-alone device that records DV25, HD 720p, and HD 1080i video
to its disk drive as a NLE native file. In HD Recorder mode it has the
capability of capturing to disk HD 720p and 1080i video from HDV
camcorders equipped with a 1394interface. For most DV and many
HDV compatible NLE systems, when the disk drive is connected to a
computer the clips are immediately available for editing. Shoot,
connect, and edit: it is now that easy.

DTE) disk recorder. The DR-HD100 is the first

These capabilities make the DR-HD100 the perfect companion for the
JVC GY-HD cameras.

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Introduction

Unpacking

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4

5

Verify that the DR-HD100 has the following items:

1. DR-HD100 unit

2. Belt clip

3. User guide

4. 2 Firewire cables

5. Power cord

6. Power supply with cable and connector to the DR-HD100

7. Removable Li-Ion battery pack

Missing or Damaged Components

If there are missing or damaged items, contact Focus Enhancements
Support for assistance.
USA
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

EMEA
email: [e-mail]
phone: [phone]
www.como.com - www.focusinfo.com

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Features

DR-HD100 Features

The DR-HD100 offers the following features:

• Tapeless acquisition

Especially equipped camcorders permit the use of Direct To
Edit (DTE) Technology to record directly from a camcorder
while shooting and without the need of a tape.

• True DTE Technology

When shooting is finished, connect the DR-HD100 to a
computer and instantly be ready to edit in the timeline. Files
are recorded to disk as

Introduction

HD Recorder

M2T

DV Recorder:

AVI Type 1
AVI Type 2
Avid OMF
Canopus AVI
Matrox AVI
Pinnacle
QuickTime
RawDV

DV Recorder
(NTSC units):

AVI Type 2 24p
QuickTime 24p

DR-HD100 provides support for cutting edge HDV
camcorders with 720p and 1080i MPEG-2 capabilities and
FireWire, 1394, connection.

• Fast and Efficient Editing

When shooting is finished, mount the DR-HD100 to a Mac or
PC editing system like a typical FireWire hard disk drive.
Transfer clips to your NLE's media drive at up to 400 Mbps
or edit instantly in real-time using the DR-HD100 as your
media source. With some DV and HDV compatible NLE
systems, it is necessary to capture the video footage using the
NLE system’s capture capability.

• Confidence in Recording

Now, simultaneously record to disk and tape while you shoot,
providing an immediately available, drop out free, edit source
with an archive and backup on tape.

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Introduction

• Compact, Lightweight, Rugged Design

The DR-HD100 weighs approximately one pound including
the battery and is only 1.5" thick. You can mount the DR­HD100 directly to your camcorder using the optional camera
mount kit, or clip the DR-HD100 directly to your belt. The
DR-HD100 is designed to withstand the rigors of field
shooting. The programmable, 10-second electronic shock
cache ensures that your video is always recorded even in the
roughest of conditions.

• Flexible Capacities and Power

The DR-HD100 is available with different capacity hard
drives. See the Focus Enhancements website for more
information, www.focusinfo.com. Extend record times by
linking two DR-HD100 units together.

Power the DR-HD100 using slim, removable battery packs or
power it using the supplied AC adapter.

• Easy to Use, Control and Update

The DR-HD100 interfaces with your camcorder using a
single FireWire cable that passes audio, video, timecode and
control information. When a tape is present, each press of
start and stop on your camcorder's record button creates an
individual clip on disk. The DR-HD100 features a
comprehensive backlit display, menu system and buttons
allowing easy control and management. In addition, these
units are upgradeable in the field.

• Never Miss A Shot

DR-HD100's ten second retro record mode means you are
always recording. When action happens, you know up to ten
seconds prior to the event occurring is saved in your clip.

• Retro Disk and Loop Record modes.

• Scene Marking:
This allows categorizing video clips into pre-named folders

on the disk during a shoot.

• User definable time lapse.

• Loop playback modes.

• Free Run, Rec Run, and Regen timecode modes.

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DR-HD100 2.0 Upgrade Features

• MXF OPatom DV DTE format.

• QUICKTIME HD DTE format

• HD TC display and restripe capabilities.

Introduction

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6 ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder

Quickstart

This section provides the following information necessa r y for using
the DR-HD100 as quickly as possible.

Physical Description and Basic Controls................................ 8

The DR-HD100 Menu System ............................................ 16

Connecting the DR-HD100 to AC Power ............................ 20

Installing / Removing the Battery Pack ............. ... ... ... .... ... .. 21

Connecting a DR-HD100 to a DV/HD Camcorder .............. 23

Record and Playback with the DR-HD100 .......................... 24

Power On the DR-HD100 .................................................... 24

Select HDD Recorder Mode ....................................... ......... 25

Select a DV/HD File Format .................................... ... .... ... .. 26

Set Time and Date .............................................................. 27

Record With the DR-HD100 ................................................ 29

Manual Recording ............................................................... 31

JVC GY-HD ......................................................................... 32

Syncro Slave ....................................................................... 34

External ............................................................................... 35

Playback on the DR-HD100 ................................................ 36

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Quickstart

Physical Description and Basic Controls

Front Panel Controls

LCD

Display

Function

buttons

A B C

Power ON

Power ON
and Reset

and Reset
Button

Button

Record
Button

Navigation
buttons

Transport

Transport
Control

Control
buttons

buttons

Power OFF

and

Stop button

Speaker

LCD Display

This is a backlit, 14 character by 7 line dot matrix display.

In event of a mild electrical discharge to the unit the LCD could go blank. To
correct, hold the SELECT button down for 5 seconds.

Function buttons (A, B, C)

Below the DR-HD100 LCD display are three user-defined
function buttons: A (left), B (center), and C (right). Use them as
short-cut keys for the most frequently selected functions at the
bottom of the LCD display. The function of these soft buttons
changes, depending on the options displayed above that specific
button. Refer to the “Functions Screen” on page 77 for more
information.

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Quickstart

Power On Button

The Power ON button provides two functions.

•Power ON

Turn on the DR-HD100.

• Reset DR-HD100

• DR-HD100 first must be powered on.

• Hold down the

Power On button for more than one second.

•Power OFF

Hold down the OFF button  for three (3) seconds. During
power off, the DR-HD100 beeps, indicating that it is turning
off.

Alarm OFF

If the Alarm feature is set to OFF, then the power-down sequence
occurs silently.

Navigation Buttons

Use these buttons to navigate through the DR-HD100 menus. The
navigation buttons are

Left, Right, Up, Down, and Select.

T ransport Control Buttons

Record

Back
Search

Back

Index

Use these buttons to control DR-HD100 playback and record
functions. You usually operate these transport buttons while on
the Home screen.

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Play

STOP

Power Off

Forward
Search

Forward

Index

Quickstart

Record 

Press this button once when the DR-HD100 is in
DR-HD100 into

REC-PAUSE. Pres s it again to start recording. Pressing

Stop mode to put the

the Record button while recording, causes the current clip to close and a
new clip is created without dropping any frames. This button is the only
button that has a red legend on the front panel.

Back Search

WW

Press this button to play video at speeds different than real-time. Refer
to the note in the Forward Search section.

Play

X

Press this button to start playback of the selected clip.

Some HDV Camcorders Require a Moment to Synchronize

Some HDV camcorders require a moment to synchronize the video from an
external source. Typically during this period, they display a solid blue or black
video until synchronized.

Forward Search

XX

Press this button to play video at speeds different than real-time.

Fast Forward and Reverse

Pressing the Forward Search button multiple times results in increases in the
search speed, i.e. fast forward. This mode works both in forward and reverse
functions. For instance, if you are in 10X FF speed and you press the Back
Search button once, the DR-HD100 is now in 2X FF mode. In addition, this
applies to backward search speeds. The default speed resolution is as
follows (NTSC and PAL have slightly different multiples for < 1X)

• Reverse: -30X, -10X, -2X, -1X (reverse play), -1/2X(-15fps), Still.

• Forward: Still, +1/2X (+15fps), +1X (play), +2X, +10X, +30X

Fast Forward and Reverse Search Compatible Camcorders

In Forward and Reverse Search modes, some camcorders do not display
video when played-back from an external device, such as the DR-HD100.

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Back Index |WW

This button returns the DR-HD100 to the beginning of the current clip
when in playback mode. Press this button twice in sequence to return
the DR-HD100 to the previous clip during playback. In

STOP mode,

press this button to return the DR-HD100 to the beginning of the
previous clip.

Using Back Index with Short Clips

When using Back Index with short clips, it is first necessary to place the
DR-HD100 in STOP mode.

Pause, STOP

 and Power OFF

While in the Home screen, and in any transport mode, press this button
to Pause the DR-HD100. Press it again to stop the DR-HD100. Refer to
the section, “Setup Screens” on page 67 for more inform ation.

To power off the DR-HD100, hold down the
seconds. During Power OFF and if the Alarm function is

STOP button  for three

ON, the

DR-HD100, makes an audible beep indicating it is turning off.

Forward Index

XX|

Use this button to skip forward to the next clip in STOP and PLAY
modes.

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Top Panel

The top panel contains the following connectors and LEDs:

Remote Control

(Serial Connector)

Computer

(FireWire Connector)

Status LED

Charge LED

Camera
(FireWire Connector)

Table 1: Charge LED States

LED Indicates
Off No Charger Connected
Green Charging Cycle Completed
Amber / Green Floating Charge Mode
Amber Fast Charge Mode (Maximum charging rate.)
Red Charging Error
Red / Amber No Battery Installed / Battery Error

(Charging almost completed.)

Amber, flashing Insufficient Voltage to Charger

Table 2: Status LED States

LED Indicates
Off Power OFF
Green Power ON (Power On but there is no activity.)
Orange, solid Playback
Orange, fluttering Hard drive being accessed during playback.
Red, solid Recording Mode
Red, blinking Recording Pause

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FireWire Alignment

IMPROPER INSERTION WILL DAMAGE UNIT

Properly Align FireWire Cable and Connector - Do Not Force
Correctly align the FireWire cable to the connector before insertion. The
pointed end of the connector and the jack should be on the same side
before insertion:

Align pointed ends
of connector and
cable jack.

• In/Out: 6-pin IEEE-1394a port x 1

• Asynchronous Data I/O

Quickstart

Remote Control, Serial Connector

• GPI / RS232C; 3.5mm TRS mini jack. (3.5mm to DB-9 cable
accessory available).

• Configure as a simple contact closure or RS-232C port.

• Connect an optional wired remote commander.

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Quickstart

Camera FireWire Connector

• DV/I/O

• 6-pin IEEE-1394a connector

• Isochronous 25Mb/s DV video I/O
DR-HD100 supports 1080i/720p video I/O when used with
HDV camcorders equipped with a 1394 connection like the
JVC GY-HD cameras.

• DV Audio: embedded 2-channel (48kHz, 16-bit) or 2-channel
(12-bit, 32kHz) audio, 720p/1080i HDV MPEG1 Audio Layer
II.

4-Channel Audio

4-channel (12-bit, 32kHz) audio is available only with RawDV
format.

GY-HD Cameras Do Not Support 1080i

The GY-HD companion camcorders do not support 1080i

Bottom Panel

The DR-HD100 bottom panel features a single 2-pin DC power
connector. Connect the supplied AC power adapter here.

DC

Power

Connector

Internal

Speaker

Cooling Vent

Do Not Block

Internal Speaker

An internal speaker provides alarms and audible feedback.
To disable the audible feedback, go to the Settings menu and

ALARM OFF. However, the power, temperature, and disk

select
capacity alarms are always active.

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Rear Panel

The rear panel contains the following important items:

Belt Clip Post

Fan Intake

Vent

Do Not Block

Battery
Compartment Latch

Battery
Compartment

Quickstart

Side Panel

The side panel contains cooling vents as illustrated below.

Cooling Vents

Do Not Block

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Quickstart

The DR-HD100 Menu System

The DR-HD100 menu system provides access to all the functions
available in the unit. Each of the screens below (except the Welcome
and Home screens which come up automatically when the unit starts)
are accessed by pressing the
functions of each of the selections on these screens is explained in
more detail in “DR-HD100 Functions” on page 51.

Returning to the Top of Menu or Home screen

T o get to the top of any menu, press the Left button. To get back to the Home
screen:

• Highlight the screen title at the top of the screen.

• Press the Select button.

• Welcome

Only appears for several seconds upon power up.

•Home

Gateway screen for all functions, it displays disk and
operational status.

• Control

Contains the following selections:

• Local

• JVC GY-HD

• Syncro Slave

•AV/C

• External

• Play From

Provides lists to select play material from:

• Track List

• Reel List

•Play

Contains the following Play selections:

• Play Clip

• Loop Clip

• Loop All

• Play All

Left or Right navigation buttons. The

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• Reels

Allows selected clips to be marked for placement in
particular Reels Folders.

• R0 0

• R1 1

• R2 2

• R3 3

• R4 4

• R5 5

• R6 6

• R7 7

• R8 8

• R9 9

• NONE

• Utilities

Contains the following disk and clip functions:

• Organize Reel

• Organize OMF

• Organize MXF

• Organize PINN

• Delete Clip

• Format

• Repair Disk

• Repair Clip

• File Name

• Upgrade

• System Reset

• Diagnostic

•Status

• Functions

2.0 upgrade only

DV mode only

Contains user definable function button selections. Changing
a setting with a Function button is identical to changing the
setting in its corresponding menu. Refer to “Functions
Screen” on page 77 for more information.

Quickstart

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Quickstart

•Setup

Contains the controls for setting and reviewing the
DR-HD100 configuration:

• Set Date (MM/DD/YY)

• Set Time (XX:XX:XX)

• View Firmware Version

•LCDLight ON

• LCDLight OFF

• LCDLight AUTO

•Alarm ON

•Alarm OFF

• Stop Frame

• Stop Gray

• Stop No Video

• EXT CTL OFF

• EXT CTL PAUSE

• EXT CTL FRAME

• EXT CTL FILE

• TC EXT (external)

• TC REC RUN

• TC FREE RUN

• TC REGEN (regenerate)

• TC SET

•UB SET

•TC DROP

• TC NON-DROP NTSC only

• HDV TC TYPE

• LCD Contrast

• HDD Mode

Contains the following hard drive selections:

• DV Recorder

• HD Recorder

• DD Drive

•Use Ext. DR-HD

DV mode only

DV mode only

DV mode only

DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

NTSC only

HD only in 2.0 upgrade

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• DV or HD Formats

Following HDD mode is a menu of formats available for the
type recorder selected in HDD mode.

When selecting

DV Recorder the following formats are

shown:

•Raw DV

• AVI Type 1

• AVI Type 2

• Canopus AVI

• Matrox AVI

• Quicktime

• Avid OMF

• Quicktime 24p

• AVI Type 2 24p

• Pinnacle

When selecting HD Recorder the format displayed is:

• M2T

•Record

Contains the following recording functions:

• Normal

•Retro Disk

• Retro Cache

• Loop Record

•SNAP

• Time Lapse

DV mode only

DV mode only

Quickstart

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Quickstart

Powering the DR-HD100

• The DR-HD100 operation without a battery installed.

To operate the DR-HD100 without a battery installed,
connect the unit to an AC power source.

• Before operating the DR-HD100 with battery power.

It is first necessary to fully charge the battery. An uncharged
battery, typically takes 2-3 hours to charge.

Connecting the DR-HD100 to AC Power

Attach the AC power cord to the DR-HD100 (with or without battery
installed). The DR-HD100 is immediately ready for operation.

To do this, connect the AC power as follows:

Battery Pack

DC Cable

DC Power Port

Step 1: Plug the cord from the power supply into the bottom of the

Step 2: Connect the line cord to the rectangular power supply.
Step 3: Plug the line cord into an electric outlet.

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DR-HD100.

Installing / Removing the Battery Pack

Installing a Battery

Quickstart

Battery
Latch Hook

Latch Slot

Latch

Battery Pack Guides

Gently press DOWN
while sliding battery pack

FORWARD

Step 1: Place the unit, so that the battery compartment is up.
Step 2: Position the battery pack, as shown above, so that the latch

hook is almost in the latch slot, and touching the floor of the
battery compartment.

Step 3: Slide the battery forward while gently pressing down.

Feel the battery slide along guides and seat itself.

Step 4: When seated, the battery latch clicks into place.

Removing a Battery

Step 1: Slide the battery latch to the left and hold.
Step 2: Apply backward pressure to the battery pack at the triangle/

Step 3: Remove the battery pack.

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arrow and gently slide the pack back about 1cm or 3/8 in.
This is the reverse motion of inserting the battery.

Quickstart

Charging the Battery

The battery begins charging anytime it is connected to AC power using
the AC adapter supplied with the DR-HD100. The charge LED lights
when the DR-HD100 is charging. For information on the charge LED,
refer to the subsection “Top Panel” on page 12.

Before the battery can be used it must charge until the battery status
LED indicates the unit is fully charged (green).

• The Charge LED on the top of the DR-HD100 lights to show
the battery is charging.

• An uncharged battery takes 2-3 hours to charge with the unit
powered off.

• The battery provided with the DR-HD100 can supply power to
the unit for about 90 minutes while in continuous Record or
Playback mode.

• An optional high capacity battery (
providing power for almost three hours of continuous
recording is available from Focus Enhancements.

Using FireWire to Charge DR-HD100

It is possible to charge the DR-HD100 battery through the 1394 port on
a computer provided that the computer outputs at least 15V through the
port. To determine if this is possible, consult the computer’s
specifications.

Battery Use

Misuse can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as
burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, buttons, or beaded
chains touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may
complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot.
Exercise care in handling a charged battery, particularly when
placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal
objects.

Warning: Do Not Use Unapproved Battery Chargers

Use of battery chargers not approved by Focus Enhancements
could cause the battery to catch fire or explode.

BATT-0009-01) capable of

Use Only Original Focus Enhancements FS-BC Battery
Chargers

There are four versions of the optional FS-BC battery charger for
use in various parts of the world.
ASYF-0940-01 USA
ASYF-0941-01 Europe

ASYF-0943-01 United Kingdom
ASYF-0944-01 Australia
These optional battery chargers are available from either your
local dealer or online at the Focus Enhancements web store,
www.focusinfo.co

m.

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Connecting a DR-HD100 to a DV/HD Camcorder

Before performing this procedure, make sure you have installed and
charged the battery, see “Installing / Removing the Battery Pack” on
page 21.

Step 1: Connect the supplied Firewire cable to the “DV I/O” connector

on the top of the DR-HD100.

Step 2: Locate the FireWire/DV/iLink (or similar) connector on your

video camera. It is located in different places depending upon the
brand of camera. If you are unclear of its location, consult your
video camera manual.

DR-HD100 Supplied with 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire Cable

A 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire, 1394, cable is provided with the
DR-HD100.

GY-HD FireWire Connector

The FireWire connector on the GY-HD cameras is located on the
right side of the camera, behind the tape transport. For more
information, refer to the GY-HD documentation.

Step 3: Connect the other end of the FireWire, 1394, cable to your video

camera.

Step 4: Turn on the video camera.
Step 5: Turn on the DR-HD100.

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Record and Playback with the DR-HD100

Before using the DR-HD100, set up the unit as outlined in the
following sections:

Power On the DR-HD100 . ...... ............................................. 24

Select HDD Recorder Mode ................................................25

Select a DV/HD File Format ................................................ 26

Set Time and Date ........................ ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ............27

Record With the DR-HD100 ................................................29

Manual Recording ...............................................................31

JVC GY-HD ......... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ......................................... 32

Series Record and Split Slave Control Modes .................... 33

Syncro Slave .......................................................................34

External ............................................................................... 35

Playback on the DR-HD100 ................................................36

The values set in these procedures are fixed and persist through
power cycles. To change them, repeat the steps outlined above.

Power On the DR-HD100

Step 1: Press the Power ON button for more than one second and release

Transport

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it.

Power ON

(Reset)

Buttons

OFF (STOP)

To power OFF,
hold down for 3-5 seconds.

Play

Navigation
Buttons

Step 2: The Welcome screen appears and disp lays whil e the

The Home screen appears when the DR-HD100 initializes.

DR-HD100

PORTABLE

DTE RECORDER

Quickstart

Step 3: The Home screen appears when the DR-HD100 first powers up.

For more details about this screen, “Home Screen” on page 53.

STOP 1­ COUNTER

00:00:14:02
DISK 1 168 min

REEL
SYNC DISP LOCK

Select HDD Recorder Mode

Step 1: Press the Right navigation button two times until the HDD Mode

display appears.

HDD MODE

-DV RECORDER
HD RECORDER
DD DRIVE
USE EXT DR-HD

Step 2: Use the

either DV or HD.

Step 3: Press the
Step 4: Press the
Step 5: Press the

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Down navigation button to highlight the recorder mode,

Select button on the navigation buttons.
Left button to return to the menu title.
Right button once and advance to the FORMAT screen.

Quickstart

Select a DV/HD File Format

The formats displayed depend on the recorder mode selected in the
previous step, for example

RAW DV

-AVI TYPE1
AV I TYPE2
CANOPUS AVI

Step 1: Use the Up and Down navig ation buttons to select the DV file

format that supports the preferred NLE system. A dash mark to
the left of a list item indicates that it is the current selection. The
default value is AVI Type 2.

DV24p and PAL 25p Modes

24p modes are only for use with camcorder's that are capable of
DV-24p Advanced mode.

DV RECORDER results in the following:

DV FORMATS

PAL 25p camcorders require no special 25p DV format

Check www.focusinfo.com for supported Applications

For a complete and up-to-date list of supported applications and
their associated formats, visit the website:
http://www.focusinfo.com

Step 2: Press the center
Step 3: Press the
Step 4: Press the

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Select button on the navigation buttons.
Left button to return to the menu title.
Right button once and advance to the SETUP screen.

Quickstart

Set Time and Date

Date and Time Must Be Set

The date and time must be set because they are used in the DR-HD100 file
naming function.

Step 1: Press the Right navigation button several times until the Setup

display appears on the screen as shown below:

SETUP

09 / 15 / 05
11 : 21 : 13
V 1 . 0. 0

-LCDLIGHT ON

Step 2: Use the

the

Down navigation button to highlight the date and press

Right navigation button to access the SET DATE screen.

SET DATE
09 / 15 / 05

MM / DD / YY

BACK

Step 3: Use the

highlighted value. Use the Right and Left navigation buttons to
highlight the Month, Day, and Year.

Step 4: When complet e, press the right-most Function button indicated

as

SETUP screen.

Up and Down navigation buttons to change the

BACK on the screen. The new date will be indicated on the

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Step 5: Use the Down navigation button to select the time and press the

Right navigation button. The following screen appears:

SET TIME

11 : 21 : 13

HH : MM : SS

BACK

Step 6: Use the

Up and Down navigation buttons to change the

highlighted value. Use the Right and Left navigation buttons to
highlight the Hour, Minute, and Second. (Time is indicated in
24hr. mode.)

Step 7: Press the right-m ost Function button indicated as

screen. The new date appears on the

SETUP screen.

The Time and Date are now set.

Step 8: Press the

Left navigation button followed by the Select button to

return to the beginning screen.
For more information on the Setup function, refer to the section,

“Setup Screens” on page 67.

BACK on the

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Record With the DR-HD100

There are four modes of recording with the DR-HD100.

• Manual Recording

Control with the DR-HD100 transport buttons.

• JVC GY-HD

This recording mode is tailored for use with the companion,
JVC GY-HD cameras. Set the JVC GY -HD camcorder’ s

REC TRIGGER

of the DR-HD100.

• Syncro Slave

Use this mode with camcorders that do not have DR-HD100
compatible external control or tapeless trigger functionality.
In this mode, the DR-HD100 watches the record status of the
camcorder and replicates its actions. A tape must be in the
camcorder for this mode to function.

• External

Control recording with other camcorders that have
DR-HD100 compatible external control or tapeless trigger
capabilities.

to SYNCRO, SPLIT, or SERIES to enable control

Quickstart

1394

Before beginning recording, verify that:

1. Time and date are set.

2. Recording format is set.

3. The DR-HD100 is connected to the video camera according
to the explanation in “Connecting a DR-HD100 to a DV/HD
Camcorder” on page 23.

4. Camera and DR-HD100 are powered on.

5. Tape is loaded in the camera.

External Control

If the camcorder supports an external control function, then tapeless
recording is possible. Otherwise, the DR-HD100 control panel keys
must be used to control recording in LOCAL control mode when there
is no tape in the camcorder.

For a list of compatible camcorders, go to Focus Enhancements
website at http://www.focusinfo.com.

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Quickstart

Do Not Disconnect Power or FireWire Cable

Never disconnect the power or the FireWire cable during a
recording. This will cause file corruption.

Loss of Power During Recording

If power is lost during recording it is possible to repair the
damaged file or files, refer “Repair Disk” on page 86 to and
“Repair Clip DV Mode only” on page 87.

Troubleshooting: Counter Not Incrementing

If the Counter does not increment while recording from the camera, it is
an indication that there is no active connection between the DR-HD100
and the camera.

• Verify that the DR-HD100 1394 DV I/O and the camera
connections are secure. It may be necessary to unplug and then
reconnect them.

When a good connection is made, the Counter increments and
recording starts.

Verify Record Mode Matches Source Video Content and Format

If in DV Recorder mode, HD content will not record properly. A NTSC or
PAL DV source records only on a matching NTSC or PAL unit.

Short Delay When Switching from VTR to Camera Mode

When switching a camcorder from VTR to camera mode, there is a
short (10-20 seconds) interval while the DR-HD100 re-establishes
communications with the camcorder. If recording is started during this
period, recording is delayed until the DR-HD100 finishes establishing
communications with the camcorder.

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Manual Recording

Step 1: Set the video camera to Camera or Cam mode.
Step 2: Verify that an image appears in the viewfinder.
Step 3: On the DR-HD100, press Record

This sets the DR-HD100 to

Record 

Stop  (OFF)

 once.

Record-Pause mode.

Quickstart

Step 4: On the DR-HD100, press Record

 button a second time.

The DR-HD100 begins to record. The timecode value is
displayed on the screen.

Step 5: Press

Step 6: Press

Stop  (OFF) on ce to return th e DR-HD100 to

Record-Pause mode.

Record  and the DR-HD100 begins to record again

on the same clip.
Step 7: Press
Step 8: Press

Stop  (OFF) twice to stop the recording.

Record  twice to begin recording a new clip.

Creating a New File without Dropping Frames

When in record mode, it is possible to break the recording into a
separate, new file without dropping frames.

Press

Record  and the DR-HD100 automatically creates a new clip.

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Quickstart

JVC GY -HD

The JVC GY-HD control setting is the preferred mode when
using the companion GY-HD camcorder.

Important GY-HD Camera Setting

When simultaneously recording to both tape and the DR-HD100, be certain
to set the GY-HD’s OTHERS→ BACK SPACE [HDV] Menu selection to P-

1394.
With this setting there is a slightly delayed response to the record trigger.
However, when OTHERs→BACK SPACE[HDV] is set to P-TAPE, the
stream that the DR-HD100 records will contain discontinuities at every point
that recording to tape is initiated. This will result in the loss of content.

Step 1: Place the GY-HD camera into SYNCRO mode from the

camcorder’s

camcorder manual for details.
Step 2: Verify that the DR-HD100 is in
Step 3: From the DR-HD100

navigation button several times until the

appears:

1394 REC TRIGGER menu. Refer to the

STOP mode.

Home screen, press the Right

CONTROL screen

CONTROL

LOCAL

-JVC GY-HD
SYNCRO SLAVE

AV / C

Step 4: Use the

dash on the left side of an item indicates it is the current

selection. The default value is
Step 5: Press the
Step 6: The beginning screen returns and a

appears in the upper left-hand corner. Next to this symbol,

is a

HD100.
Step 7: Now the DR-HD100 will respond to the camcorder’s

record/record-pause trigger.

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Down navigation button to select JVC GY-HD. The

Local.

Select navigation button.

Pause indicator

J indicating that GY-HD is now controlling the DR-

Quickstart

Series Record and Split Slave Control Modes

T wo additional control modes ar e available when the DR-HD100
is teamed up with the JVC GY-HD camcorder:

Split Slave. To access these control modes, select either Series or
Split mode from the GY-HD camcorder’s 1394 REC TRIGGER

menu. The DR-HD100 must be in

JVC GY-HD mode for these

modes to function, see “JVC GY-HD” on page 32.

Series Record

Series Record automatically starts recording to disk when a tape is close
to the end of the record session. For more information about what
happens once recording to disk begins, refer to the camcorder
documentation.

Split Slave

In Split Slave mode, the GY-HD camcorder controls the DR-HD100
separately from the camcorder’s tape transport. The DR-HD100 is
slaved to the camcorder’s

REC TRIGGER button, located on the

GY-HD’s left panel.

• Every time the Rec T rigger is pressed, the DR-HD100 begins
recording in the selected recording mode.

• When the Rec T rigger is pressed again, the DR-HD100 enters

REC/PAUSE mode. The only exception is if it is in Retro

Record mode.

• Pressing the Rec Trigger a third time, restarts recording. A
new track is created on the disk. Refer to camcorder
documentation for more information.

Series Record and

GY-HD Camera’s OTHERS→BACK SPACE[HDV] Setting

When using this mode, be certain to set the GY -HD’ s OTHERS→BACK
SPACE[HDV] menu to P-1394.

With this setting there is a slightly delayed response to the record
trigger.However, when OTHERS→BACK SPACE[HDV] is set to P-
TAPE, the stream that the DR-HD100 records will contain
discontinuities at every point that recording to tape is initiated. This will
result in the loss of content.

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Quickstart

Syncro Slave

CONTROL

LOCAL
JVC GY-HD

-SYNCRO SLAVE
AV / C

This mode is for camcorders that do not have external control or
the tapeless control functionality compatible with the DR­HD100.

• Syncro Slave mode requires that a tape be in the camcorder
for operation.

• The DR-HD100 must be set to

• In this mode, the DR-HD100 watches the record state of the
camcorder and follows its actions.

When Synchro Slave mode is entered from the menu, the Home
screen appears with the Pause indicator displayed in the upper
left-hand corner along with a
is following the camcorder’s record state.

Step 1: Verify that the DR-HD100 is in STOP mode.
Step 2: From the DR-HD100 Home screen, press the

navigation button several times until the
appears:

Syncro Slave control mode.

Y that indicates that the DR-HD100

Right

CONTROL screen

Step 3: Use the

The dash on the left side of an item indicates it is the current

selection. The default value is
Step 4: Press the
Step 5: The beginning screen returns and a

appears in the upper left-hand corner. Next to this symbol,

is a

record state of the connected camcorder.
Step 6: Now the DR-HD100 will record at the same time the

camcorder records to tape.

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Down navigation button to select Syncro Slave.

Local.

Select navigation button.

Pause indicator

Y indicating that DR-HD100 is now following the

External

CONTROL

JVC GY-HD
SYNCRO SLAVE

AV / C

-EXTERNAL

Use the External control mode with camcorders that are
compatible with DR-HD100 external control or tapeless
operation capabilities.

Quickstart

• When the DR-HD100 is in
along with the tape state, indicating that the unit is in

External mode, an E displays

External

mode.

• Use the camcorder’s

REC button to Start and Stop the DR-

HD100 tapeless recording.

• The camcorder’s Ex ternal cont rol or tapeless trigger function
must be enabled for this mode to work.

Refer to the camcorder User Manual for more details.

Recording Timecode in the File

Select EXT TC in the Setup menu. This option records the video
camera timecode in the file. There are other timecode options
available, refer to TIME CODE on page 71.

Function buttons

The tasks discussed above are available for programming into the function
buttons. For information on setting up function buttons, refer to the section,
“Functions Screen” on page 77

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Quickstart

Playback on the DR-HD100

Verify that both the video camera and the DR-HD100 are powered on
and that they are connected together with the FireWire cable from the
DR-HD100 DV/IO port to the camcorder 1394 port.

Feature Availability on PAL Cameras

This feature is not available on some PAL cameras.

Step 1: Set the video camera to VTR or playback mode.
Step 2: Navigate to the video clip to preview, using the DR-HD100

and

Right transport control buttons.

Play

Left

Back

Search

Left

Transport

(Back Index)

Step 3: Press the DR-HD100

Play button.

Right

Transport

(Forward Index)

Step 4: Search through the clips using the DR-HD100

Forward Index, Backward Index, or Backward Search

buttons. Refer to “Navigation Buttons” on page 9 for more
information on the function of these buttons.

Camcorder Compatibility with External Players

Some HD camcorders are not compatible with the external player
functions Forward/Reverse Search and Pause.

VTR/CAMERA Button

On the JVC GY-HD camcorder, the VTR/Camera button is located
on the left side of the camera in the recessed LCD compartment.

Forward
Search

Forward Search,

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

Once video clips are recorded to the DR-HD100 it is possible to use
those clips in most computer based DV/HD NLE systems. This
section contains the following:

Initial Setup .......................... ... ... ... .... ... ............................... 38

Mounting the DR-HD100 in Windows ................................. 39

DR-HD100 and FAT 32.. ... .... ... ... ... .... .................................. 41

Using Avid OMF Clips (Required for DV mode only) ........... 42

Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Windows)............................... 45

Mounting the DR-HD100 (Macintosh) ................................. 46

Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Macintosh) ............................ 47

In the past, to get footage into an NLE system, it was necessary to
capture / digitize the footage using a video capture card. For most DV
and some HDV compatible NLE systems, DR-HD100 DTE
functionality eliminates the capture stage. All that is necessary is the
moving of the video files from the DR-HD100 to a computer.

Recording for Unsupported NLE

If a desired NLE is not supported by Focus Enhancements DTE, it is
necessary to use the AV/C control to capture the video footage for editing.
For more details refer to “Control Screen” on page 97.

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

To move video files from the DR-HD100 to a computer:

• Connect the DR-HD100’s

Computer I/O 1394 port directly to

a computer with an active OHCI compliant IEEE-1394
FireWire port and the necessary FireWire disk drive drivers.

For More Information

Go to the FOCUS Enhancements' website (www.focusinfo.com) for
more compatibility information.

• Use the DR-HD100 HDD Bypass mode, refer below for more
information.

The DR-HD100 is compatible with any computer system that can
read F AT 32 volumes, such as W indows 98S E/ME/2000/XP and Mac
OS9/OS10.

Initial Setup

Step 1: Connect the DR-HD1 00 through its COMPUTER I/O 1394 port

to the computer system using a standard 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire
cable.

Step 2: Enter HDD mode and enable DD Drive.

This step is required before mounting the DR-HD100 to a
computer.

• On the DR-HD100 go to the HDD screen.

• Select DD Drive and Right arrow to Connect screen.

•Press Enable function button.

Refer to the section, “HDD Mode Screen” on page 62

Step 3: Connect power to the drive if necessary.
Step 4: Consult the computer’s documentation for more informat ion.

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Mounting the DR-HD100 in Windows

Use this procedure for Windows XP, 2000, 98SE and ME.

Step 1: On a Windows-based computer system, double click the My

Computer

directory window appears.

Step 2: Locate the DR-HD1 00 drive and open it.

Often, it appears as a standard FireWire disk drive and may be
labeled E:, F:, G:, and so on.

Step 3: Open the DR-HD100 disk icon.
Step 4: Open the folder with the most recent date code.

icon on the top left hand corner of the desktop. A

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

This folder may contain several different files. The video clips.
can appear as:

• RawDV (.dv)

• AVI T ype 1 - (YYYYMMDDHHMMSSa01)

• AVI Type 2 or AVI Type 2 24p - (YYYYMMDDHHMMSSb01)

• Canopus AVI - (YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSb01)

• Matrox AVI - (YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSm01
This file has a separate .wav audio file per track.

• QuickTime or Quicktime 24p (.mov)

• Pinnacle - (YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSp01
There are two separate .wav audio files per track.

• Avid OMF (.omf)
OMF has two separate .aif audio files per track.

• MXF OPAtom - (YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSp01.mxf),
(YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSL01.mxf),
(YYYYMMDDHHMMSSR01.mxf) where:

is video,

p
L is the left audio channel,
R is the right audio channel,

DR-HD100 Video Clips in Reel Folder

DR-HD100 permits the storing of video clips in either the
standard file folder or a Reel folder. If video clips have been
assigned to a Reel folder, it is necessary to run Organize
Reels before attaching the DR-HD100 to a computer. For
more information about the Organize Utilities, see Organize
Reel on page 82.

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

HD Resolution and Frames

• M2T or .mov filename format: YYYYMMDD-

HHMMSSX01.m2t or .mov (QT) where the X is a letter indicating
the resolution of the captured video file. The table below lists let­ters and associated resolutions. Not all HDV camcorders support
these resolutions.

X Resolution X Resolution
d 720p, 23.976 fps D 1080i, 23.976 fps
b 720p, 24 fps B 1080i, 24 fps
c 720p, 25 fps C 1080i, 25 fps
a 720p, 29.97 fps A 1080i, 29.97 fps
e 720p, 30 fps E 1080i, 30 fps

f 720p, 50 fps* F 1080i, 50 fps
g 720p, 59.94 fps* G 1080i, 59.94 fps
h 720p, 60 fps* H 1080i, 60 fps
y 576p, 50 fps*

z 480p, 60 fps*

*

These resolutions are not supported in the HD RECORDER

QUICKTIME format. The unit will not record these resolutions
from the GY -HD camera when in HD RECORDER QUICKTIME
format.

DR-HD100 and FAT 32

The FAT32 file system limits file size to a maximum of 2GB which,
depending on record mode and resolution, approximately equals the
following minutes of video:

DV 9 minutes
720p (M2T) 13 minutes
720p (MOV) 10 minutes
1080i (M2T) 9 minutes
1080i (MOV) 7 minutes

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

When clips exceed 2GB in size, the DR-HD100 automatically creates
a new, file without dropping any frames. The two files have the same
root filename but have different two digit suffixes that indicate the
order of their creation, -01, -02, and so on. This process can produce
as many sequential 2GB files as the drive can hold.

With most DV and many HDV compatible NLE systems on W indows
or Macintosh computers, it is possible to use clips within the timeline.
Select the clips on the source volume, i.e. the connected DR-HD100,
and import them directly into the NLE bin.

This makes clips immediately available in the NLE timeline.
The high transfer speed of the DR-HD100 drive permits direct

streaming of the clips to the NLE, thus eliminating the need to copy
or transfer the clips before their use.

Using Avid OMF Clips (Required for DV mode only)

These steps are required when using Avid OMF formatted clips.
The Avid OMF file format was developed for use with Avid editing

products on Windows 2000, Windows XP or Mac 0SX. These
products include A vid Xpress Pro, NewsCutter , and Media Composer
Adrenaline (with the DV option).

The Avid OMF file format creates three files simultaneous l y; one
OMF video file and two separate AIF audio files. On the computer's
desktop, the files appear similar to those shown below.

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

On the DR-HD100, the video file (OMF) and the audio files (AIF)
appear as one track.

When an Avid OMF file is deleted, the DR-HD100 deletes the audio
and video portions at the same time.

To use a DR-HD100 recorded Avid OMF file on an Avid NLE
system, use the following procedure.

ORGANIZE OMF Function

If using the ORGANIZE OMF function on the DR-HD100 before connecting
it to a computer, steps 2 and 3 are not necessary

Step 1: Locate and open the DR-HD100 drive folder.
Step 2: Create a new folder and name it
Step 3: To do this in Windows, select
Step 4: To do this with Macintosh, select

type

OMFI MediaFiles.

Step 5: Drag all the OMF and AIF files into the new folder:

Do Not Drag in the files titled Desktop DB or Desktop
DF

.
Step 6: Launch Avid.
Step 7: Open an existing project or create a new one.
Step 8: Select Tools>MediaTool. A screen similar to the

following appears:

OMFI MediaFiles.

File>New>Folder .

File>New Folder. Next,

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

Step 9: Locate and select the DR-HD100 under Media Drive(s).

If Drive Does Not Appear

If the drive does not appear, check to make sure that the
OMFI MediaFiles folder was created correctly with proper
case and spacing.In addition, verify that the drive is properly
connected and recognized by the computer. Under
Project(s), select All Projects (This highlights all items in
the Project(s) window).

Step 10: Verify that Master Clips is checked and press

OK. The

Media Tools Window, similar to the following, appears:

Step 11: Create a new bin (select

File -> New Bin) or open an

existing bin in Avid.

Step 12: Select all items in the Media Tools window (select

Select All).

Edit>

Step 13: Drag the contents of the Media Tools Window into the bin.

It is now possible to use these clips in the Avid timeline.

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Windows)

When finished working with the DR-HD100 and the computer, it is
necessary to dismount DR-HD100 from the system

Dismount DR-HD100 Before Powering Off

It is important to dismount the DR-HD100 from the Windows
system BEFORE powering down the unit.

To do dismount the DR-HD100:

Step 1: Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon at the bottom right side

of the Windows task bar as shown below.

Unplug or Eject Hardware Icon

(Safely Remove Hardware)

Step 2: Next, the computer system prompts to remove the connected

DR-HD100. This begins the dismount process.

Step 3: Select the message and click on it.

The computer dismounts the DR-HD100 and then displays a
message that it is now safe to remove the unit.

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

Mounting the DR-HD100 (Macintosh)

Step 1: Start the Mac computer and connect the DR-HD100’s

COMPUTER I/O port to the computer using a standard 6-pin to

6-pin FireWire cable.
When mounted, the DR-HD100 should appear on the computer's

desktop as shown below:

The DR-HD100 appears as a FAT32 volume with a PC label.

Step 2: Locate the DR-HD100 on the desktop and open it up.
Step 3: Open the folder with the most recent date code (for example,

“20050127-110345-01”). It should look similar to the
following:

Before Connecting DR-HD100 to a Computer
If clips have been assigned to a Reel folder: perform an Organize
Reels before connecting the unit to a computer.

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Macintosh)

When finished working with the DR-HD100 and the Macintosh it is
necessary to dismount the unit from the system.

Dismount DR-HD100 Before Powering Off

It is important to dismount the DR-HD100 from the Mac system
BEFORE powering down the DR-HD100.

To dismount the DR-HD100 from a Mac:

Step 1: Select the DR-HD100 on the computer's desktop. It is marked

with a PC symbol.

Step 2: Drag the drive into the trash or use the eject button. This

Step 3: It is now safe to remove the DR-HD100.

dismounts the particular disk drive.

Two-Button Mouse Shortcut for Macintosh Computers

If your Macintosh is equipped with a two-button mouse, you can use the
following shortcut:

• Right click the FS-100 on the desktop.

• Select the Eject function from the pop-up menu.

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Mounting Hardware

Mounting DR-HD100 to a Camcorder

Mount the DR-HD100 to your camcorder using the optional
Camcorder Mount Kit (P/N ASYF-0849-01). For more information
about this kit or to order it, contact Focus Enhancements:

USA
Office Hours: Monday through Friday

8:00 AM to 5:00PM (Central Time)

Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Address: Focus Enhancements, Inc.

1370 Dell Avenue
Campbell, CA. 95008
www.focusinfo.com

EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)
Office Hours: Monday through Friday

9:00 AM to 5:00PM

Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: +49 4307 - 83 58 58
Fax: +49 4307 - 83 58 99
Address: COMO Computer & Motion GmbHA

A Focus Enhancements Company
Lise-Meitner-Str. 15
24223 Raisdorf / Germany
www.focusinfo.com

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DR-HD100: Using with a Computer

Clipping to a Belt

Belt Mount Clip

Front View Side View

DR-HD100
Belt Clip Post

A belt mount clip is included with the DR-HD100. This mount is
similar to those used with cellular telephones. Attach the belt mount
to the belt clip post on the rear of the DR-HD100 and push it down to
lock it in position. The belt clip can ratchet to various positions when
attached to a belt.

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DR-HD100 Functions

This section contains information on the following LCD displays:

General Screen Information .......... .... ... ... ... .... ..................... 52

Record Screens .................................................................. 57

HDD Mode Screen ............... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... .. 62

Format Screen ........................ ... ... .... ... ............................... 65

HD Format Screen ..................................................... .... ... .. 66

Setup Screens ..................................................................... 67

Functions Screen ................................................................ 77

Utilities Screen .................................................. ... ... ... .... ... .. 82

Control Screen .................................................................... 97

DR-HD100 screens are organized in a flat hierarchy . Every screen has
a unique name, and it is possible to cycle continuously through the
screens using the

Left and Right navigation buttons.

Use the

Up and Down navigation buttons to cycle through screen

items (selections).
Use the

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Select Navigation button to make a choice.

Navigation Tip: Jump to Top of Display Using the Left Button

When navigating through the LCD displays and scrolling down into the
menu, press the Left navigation button on the front panel and immediately
return to the top of the display, which allows navigating to other displays.

Jump to Home display Using Select Button

To return immediately to the Home Screen, navigate to the menu title at the
top of the screen and press the Select button.

DR-HD100 Functions

General Screen Information

The DR-HD100 LCD displays are organized by function with each
screen displaying a list of items. An item can be:

• A value that can be set, such as the date.

• A switch similar to a check box, that can be enabled along
with other options in the display.

• A switch similar to a radio button, that belongs to a family of
options, in which only one can be active at any time.

• A link to another display, which is indicated by a .

SETUP

01 / 16 / 06
09 : 30 : 19

Menu Title

Appears at the top of the
display and identifies its
topic or function.

V 1 . 0. 0

-LCDLIGHT ON

Navigation

Use the Left or Right
navigation buttons to move
to the previous or next
display.

Use the Up and Down
navigation buttons to move
between the items in the
display.

Welcome Screen

The Welcome screen appears briefly after boot-up, and automatically
switches to the Home screen when the DR-HD100 is ready for
operation.

DR-HD100

PORTABLE

DTE RECORDER

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DR-HD100 Functions

Home Screen

The Home screen is read only and has no navigable items. To leave
the Home screen use either the

1

Left or Right Navigation button.

2

11
12

STOP 1­ COUNTER

00:00:14:02
DISK 1 168 min

10

REEL
SYNC DISP LOCK

7

8

9

1. Current Function: Symbol and Description
Refer to “LCD Display Symbols and Text” on page 101.

2. Volume Disk Number
The volume number is always

1 unless multiple DR-HD100’s

are connected, refer to “USE EXT DR-HD” on page 63.

3. Clip Number
Number of the current video clip, i.e. 001 for clip 1.

The system can hold a maximum number of 999 clips.

4. Battery Life Gauge
This gauge is accurate only when the unit is powered

exclusively from the battery.

5. Timecode Value
Either Drop Frame - 00;00;00;00 or, Non Drop Frame -

00:00:00:00.

6. Time remaining on the disk.

7. FA Functions with

SYNC as the default, refer to “Functions

Screen” on page 77 for more information.

8. FB Functions with

DISP as the default, refer to “Functions

Screen” on page 77 for more information.

9. FC Functions with

LOCK as the default, refer to “Functions

Screen” on page 77 for more information.

3

4

5

6

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DR-HD100 Functions

10. Reel Display
In

Record or Playback modes, this item displays the particular

REEL that a clip is located in or, has been marked to. If in

PLAY FROM > REEL LIST mode, the REEL appears in

brackets for example, [REEL]. This area is blank if
has been selected.

11.

DISP information field that displays data type.

12.

DISP information field that displays current data.

DISP (display) Information Fields

Use the DISP function button to display current operation
information fields 11 and 12. The data shown depends on the
mode of operation, i.e. DV or HD Recorder.

NO REEL

Pressing the

DISP button advances the display to the next

category of information. Below is a table of the data types and
data available with

Field
Number

11 COUNTER
12 Shows frame count of current video clip during record or

11 REMAINING
12 Record: counts down number of available frames

1 1 DV (NTSC or PAL) or HD (see note following table)

12 Record: displays the external timecode value being

DISP.

Data Type /
Data Description

playback.

remaining, as time, on a specific disk.
Playback: displays time remaining of the current clip.

The type of timecode displayed in HD RECORDER
mode from this screen is defined by the HDV TC TYPE
setting, see page 75.

generated by a camcorder or other device during a
recording session. Timecode mode must be set to EXT
TC for this function to operate, refer to “TIME CODE
EXT, REC RUN, FREE RUN, REGEN” on page 71.
Playback: displays the embedded DV timecode value in
a particular track.

11 UB NTSC

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12 Displays the set user bit value in a particular clip. A user

bit value must be added for this to display, refer to “UB
SET” on page 73.

1 1 ABSOLUTE

12 Displays an absolute timecode value for the particular

session: the sum of all COUNTER timecodes on
connected volumes.
Absolute is primarily used when setting the DR-HD100
to AV/C mode and controlling it with an external FireWire
device, such as a computer.

DV (NTSC or PAL) and HD

The information displayed in fields 11 and 12 depends, in part, on which
Recorder Mode is set.

DV RECORDER

Line 11 displays the Standard Definition (SD) video format. It can not be
changed.

HD RECORDER

Line 11 displays the HD resolution of the current track which depends on
the camcorder in use with the DR-HD100 HD unit. Possible values are:

• 1080/50i TC

• 1080/60i TC

• 720/30p TC

• 720/60p TC

• 720/50p TC

• 720/25p TC

• 720/24p TC

• 576/50p TC

• 480/60p TC

Refer to the camcorder manual for supported resolutions.

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DR-HD100 Functions

DR-HD100 System Information Screens

The DR-HD100 automatically creates information screens to indicate
conditions such as high temperature, power remaining, or drive
capacity remaining.

WARNING

5%

POWER

REMAINING

OK

OK to clear the screen and return to the last screen.

Press

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DR-HD100 Functions

Record Screens

RECORD

NORMAL

-RETRO DISK
RETRO CACHE
LOOP RECORD

The Record screen permits setting the DR-HD100 to various
recording modes, depending on the model:

•NORMAL

• RETRO DISK

• RETRO CACHE

• LOOP RECORD

• SNAP

• TIME LAPSE DV modes only

DV modes only

Once a record mode is selected, the recorder remains in that mode
until a different mode is chosen. Exiting the
returning to

Home, enables the selected recording mode.

Record screen and

T o verify that the digital recorder is set to the correct recording mode,
refer to the upper left-hand of the Home screen where the recorder
mode is displayed.

Record Mode Indicator
(Retro Cache)

C STOP 1 -

Symbol Indicates

L Retro Disk
C Retro Cache
O Loop Record

SNAP Snap Record

T Time Lapse

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For more about LCD display symbols and text, see “LCD Display
Symbols and Text” on page 101.

Normal Record

This is the standard recording mode.

• All control is from the DR-HD100 front panel.
Initially , the

• Pressing Record

Home screen displays  STOP.

 puts the DR-HD100 into II REC PAUSE

mode.

• Pressing Record

REC mode.

 a second time puts the DR-HD100 into

Retro Cache Record Mode

RETRO CACHE

:00

:SS

This line is not active:
reference only.

BACK

The Retro Cache mode insures that important material at the very
start of a recording session is captured. Retro Cache stores in the on
board memory a continuous loop of video captured by video camera
during pauses. Pressing Record

 begins active recording at the last

frame stored in the cache. The resulting video clip has the cached
video at the beginning.

Retro Cache is available in

External control modes.

Local, JVC GY-HD, Syncro Slave, and

Set the length of video that the Retro Cache should store: 0 to 10
seconds.

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Retro Disk Record Mode

RETRO DISK

HDD AVAIL:
176 min

RETRO TIME:
010 min

BACK

The Retro Disk mode records video in a continuous loop to a user­defined portion of disk space. Pressing Record
active recording. The Retro Disk session is appended to the beginning
of the new clip. The result is a set of clips beginning with the cached
video and continuing with the newly recorded video.

• When calculating the amount of hard disk space needed for a
Retro Disk record session, always include additional space
beyond the recording requirements. The added space depends
on the length of the loop.

• Loops less than 60 minutes, need an additional 1 minute of

unused disk space.

• Loops 60 minutes and greater, require an additional 2GB of

unused disk space.

• When looping less than one hour, Retro Disk records the
loop in a series of 1 minute clips.

This is the only
editable line on screen.

 seamlessly begins

• Retro Disk is available in

External control modes.

• When Retro Disk is set, the symbols

Local, JVC GY-HD, Syncro Slave and

L (Record and L)

appear in the DR-HD100 display.

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Loop Record

Loop Record is similar to Retro Disk.
Loop Record continuously records a series of video clips to available

disk space. When all available disk space is used, Loop Record
begins sequentially replacing the earliest clip with the most recent.

• The size of the video clip depends on the length of the loop.

• Loops of 60 minutes or less are recorded in one-minute clips.

• Loops greater than 60 minutes, are recorded in 2GB clips.

• When the capacity of the disk is reached, one additional clip is
created. The size of the last clip depends on the length of the
loop i.e., one-minute or 2GB. The disk must have at least 30
minutes of disk space available for this functionality.

Saving Loop Record Clips

Press STOP during a record session.
The DR-HD100 stops recording and saves the current LOOP RECORD

session clips to a folder on the disk.

Snap Record DV modes only

Use Snap to record individual frames. In Snap mode, pressing
Record

 captures individual frames. All the frames recorded in the

same session are stored in a single file.

• To start a new
between

SNAP record session, place the unit in STOP

SNAP records.

• Snap Record is available only in DV modes of operation.

• Use Snap in

Local, JVC GY-HD, Syncro Slave, and External

control modes.

• Removing power from the DR-HD100 in the midst of a Snap
recording session causes the unit to return to Normal
recording mode when it powers back up.

Another Method to Capture Single Frames

An alternative to Snap is EXT CTL FRAME. For more information see
“EXT CTL OFF, Pause, Frame, File” on page 70.

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Time Lapse Record DV modes only

TIME LAPSE
00:00:00:00

HH:MM:SS:FF

BACK

Time lapse provides the ability to record a single frame at specific
time intervals, for example one frame per minute, 00:01:00:00. Time
lapse applications can include capturing the traffic on city streets, the
growth of a plant from seed to maturity, and construction projects.

Features of the Time Lapse function include:

• All the captured frames are recorded in a single clip.

• The time between recording periods can be set in frames,
seconds, minutes, and hours.

This line is not active:
reference only.

• The maximum time between recorded frames is 24 hours.

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HDD Mode Screen

HDD MODE

-DV RECORDER
HD RECORDER
DD DRIVE >
USE EXT DR-HD

This screen displays the following items:

• DV RECORDER

This sets the DR-HD100 as a DV recorder.
Connect the camera to the DR-HD100 DV I/O port using a

FireWire cab l e.

• HD RECORDER

This sets the DR-HD100 as an HD recorder.
Connect the camera to the DR-HD100 DV I/O port using a

FireWire cab l e.
Recording in this mode only works with HDV camcorders

that have a 1394 FireWire connector and that support an HD
resolution, such as 1080i or 720p.

Switching Between Recorder Modes (DV and HD)

Switching between recorder modes resets the RECORDER mode to
Normal, see “Normal Record” on page 58.

Power-cycle After Changing Recorder Modes

It is recommended that the DH-HD100 be power-cycled after switching
RECORDER modes.

• DD DRIVE

Use this option when connecting the DR-HD100 to a
computer. The DR-HD100 functions as a volume visible to
the computer. In addition, th is setting permits the connecting
of multiple DR-HD100s together to increase recording space.

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• USE EXT DR-HD

Use this option when longer recording times are needed. USE

EXT DR-HD

permits the connecting of two DR-HD100
together to provide more disk storage for longer recording.
One unit acts as the master with the other as a slave: the
master records to itself until full and then continues recording
on the slave unit.

Identifying Master/Slave Volumes During Record/Playback

When two DR-HD100s are in combined via USE EXT DR-HD and in
either Record or Playback mode, the volume on the Home screen will
display 1-xxx when the master unit is recording or playing back and 2­xx if it is the slave.

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Setting Up Master and Slave DR-HD100

4

1

Master DR-HD100

2

COUNTER
00 : 00 : 00 : 00
DISK 1 000min

SYNC DISP LOCK

STOP 1 - 001

Slave DR-HD100

CONNECT
COMPUTER THEN
ENABLE BYPASS

SUCCESS
EXIT

3

Step 1: Connect the camcorder to the master DR-HD, DV I/O connector

using the supplied FireWire cable.

Step 2:

Master

Power on unit.
Go to the

USE EXT DR-HD.

Step 3: Connect the DR-HD1 00s through the units

HDD Mode menu screen and enable

Computer I/O

connectors using a 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable.

Step 4:

Slave

Power on the unit

Step 5:

Go to the

Master

HDD Mode screen and enable DD DRIVE.

Begin recording or playback using the master DR-HD100.

Use DD Drive Mode when Connecting to a PC

It is important to take the master DR-HD100 out of USE EXT
DR-HD mode before attempting to connect to a computer.
To do this, select DD DRIVE from the HDD Mode screen.
This returns use of the unit to hard disk mode.

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Format Screen

DV Formats

-RAW DV
AVI TYPE 1
AVI TYPE 2
CANOPUS AVI

DV formats include:

•RAW DV

• AVI TYPE 1

• AVI TYPE 2

•CANOPUS AVI

• MATROX AVI

• QUICKTIME

•AVID OMF

• QUICKTIME 24P

• AVI TYPE 2 24P (NTSC only)

• PINNACLE

•MXF OPAtom

DR-HD100 Functions

DV FORMATS

(NTSC only)

DR-HD100 2.0 upgrade only

Using Organize

AVID OMF, MXF OPAtom (2.0 only), and PINNACLE formats require using
the Utilities functions, Organize OMF, Organize MXF, or Organize PINN
respectively. Refer to the section, “Utilities Screen” on page 82.

Formats for 25P Applications

Use standard file formats for all 25P applications except AVID OMF . OMF is
not compatible with 25P DV streams.

The latest DTE supported applications and file formats are listed on
the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com.

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HD Format Screen

HD FORMATS

-M2T
QUICKTIME

The DR-HD100 2.0 upgrade provides the additional HD DTE format
QUICKTIME.

The latest DTE supported applications and file formats are listed on
the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com.

Check regularly for updates.

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Setup Screens

SETUP

10 / 10 / 05
21 : 10: 50
V 2. 0. 0

-LCDLIGHT ON

The items on the Setup Screen are grouped by function. Within the
function the items act like radio buttons, i.e. when one is active the
others are not.

In some cases, such as the Date, a settings screen appears. To return
from a settings screen, use the

The items displayed on the Setup screen include:

•DATE Displayed

•TIME

• VERSION

Displayed

Displayed

BACK function button.

• LCDLIGHT ON

Group Default

• LCDLIGHT OFF

• LCDLIGHT AUTO

• ALARM ON

Group Default

• ALARM OFF

• STOP FRAME; (1st frame of current clip)

Group Default

•STOP GRAY

• STOP NO VIDEO

• EXT CTL OFF

Group Default

• EXT CTL PAUSE

• EXT CTL FRAME

• EXT CTL FILE

• TC EXT

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Group Default

DR-HD100 Functions

• TC REC RUN DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

• TC FREE RUN

• TC REGEN

• TC SET

• UB SET

DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

• TC DROP

• TC NON-DROP

• HDV TC TYPE HD

• LCD CONTRAST

Date and Time Must Be Set

The date and time must be set. They are used in the DR-HD100 file naming
function. Refer to “Set Time and Date” on page 27.

NTSC only

Default, NTSC only

2.0 upgrade only

Date

SET DATE
09 / 18 / 05
MM / DD / YY

BACK

Time

SET TIME

10 : 50 : 40

HH : MM : SS

BACK

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Version

VERSION

2.0.0.01010106
NTSC

DR-HD100

This screen displays:

• DR-HD100 Firmware version

• SD video of the unit.

• DR-HD100 model

LCD Light On, Off, Auto

DR-HD100 Functions

BACK

These items enable or disable the DR-HD100's LCD's backlight.

• LCDLIGHT ON Group Default

keeps the backlight on permanently.

• LCDLIGHT OFF

Keeps the backlight off permanently.

• LCDLIGHT AUTO

Turns off the backlight after one minute, pressing any button
pad button turns the backlight back on.

Any information screen turns the backlight on.

Alarm On, Off

Default is On.

• When the alarm is enabled, pressing any button on the DR­HD100 produces audio feedback.

• The DR-HD100 alarm triggers when conditions such as low
battery charge, low disk space, or over heating occur.

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• When Alarm is set to Off, the audio feedback for the buttons
is disabled, however the alarm will still sound for low power,
high heat, or low disk space conditions.

Stop Frame, No video

These settings determine the DR-HD100 video output when using the
search index keys to view recorded clips.

• STOP FRAME DV only

Displays the first frame of the clip.

•STOP GRAY DV only

Displays a black frame.

• STOP NO VIDEO Group Default

Video output is Off.

EXT CTL OFF, Pause, Frame, File

These options permit the use of an external device to control the DR­HD100 through the optional RS-232 cable.

RS-232 Cable Available from Focus Online Store

The RS-232 cable required to connect the DR-HD100 to an external control
device is Focus part number CBLA-0113-01. It and other accessories
mentioned in this manual are available at https://www.focusinfo.com

• EXT CTL OFF

.

Use this option when connecting an external device using an
RS232C cable.

• This requires the use of a a 3.5mm-to-DB9 adapter cable,

plugged into DR-HD100

Control port.

In Local mode, select this item to control the DR-HD100
with the optional wired remote control unit.

The following options permit control functions to occur from a
simple contact closure.

• EXT CTL PAUSE

Controls Pause and Resume during a record or playback
session.

• EXT CTL FRAME DV Mode Only

Captures a single frame of video and records it to a file. Each
time this function is triggered, it sequentially adds another
frame to the same file until stopped.

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• EXT CTL FILE

Creates a new file during a record session without losing
frames.

TIME CODE EXT, REC RUN, FREE RUN, REGEN

The DR-HD100 2.0 upgrade provides the additional functions TC

REC RUN

This functionality is only active when the

QUICKTIME. In M2T mode, all TC modes act as TC EXT.

, TC FREE RUN, and TC REGEN in HD RECORDER mode.

HD FORMAT is set to

The following are timecode (

TC) functions.

• TC EXT Group Default

Records the incoming source timecode. If the timecode is not
running, the DR-HD100 records the same timecode number
in each recorded frame. Choose
stored number.

• TC REC RUN DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

In this mode, after a power cycle, the DR-HD100 starts its TC
record count using the

TC SET value. Later recordings add to the

last value recorded. A power cycle resets the TC record value to the

TC SET value.

• TC FREE RUN

DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

This function causes the DR-HD100 to begin counting from
the value stored by

• A number entered through TC SET is not stored and available
to the DR-HD100 until exiting
DR-HD100 begin counting using that number.

• TC REGEN

DV mode or 2.0 upgrade only

TC SET.

When the DR-HD100 powers up in TC REGEN mode, it:

• Reads the timecode of the last track recorded.

• Adds 1 to the number.

• Stores the new timecode as the number that will be assigned to
the first frame of the next recording session.

If the drive is empty, i.e. no existing recordings, the
DR-HD100 uses the

TC SET value.

TC EXT mode to clear any

TC SET. Only th en does the

TC SET and UB SET Can Be Set at the Same Time

Both parameters, TC SET and UB SET, may be set and are not mutually
exclusive as in some groups, i.e. LCDLIGHT.

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TC SET

TC SET

00 : 00 : 00 : 00
HH : MM : SS : FF

BACK

The Timecode Set parameter stores a user defined timecode in the
DR-HD100’s non-volatile memory. This value is available for use by
the DR-HD100 immediately after exiting

• TC FREE RUN

The DR-HD100 uses this value on the next recording after it
is set in

• TC REGEN

TC SET.

This is the starting value when using an empty hard disk
drive for recording.

• TC REC RUN

This is the value used to begin every recording session after a
power cycle.

TC SET.

The TC SET value is only actively applied when the unit is in
DV RECORDER mode.

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UB SET

UB SET

FF : FF : FF : FF

BACK

The User Bit Set function provides the ability to change the user bits
in the timecode recorded in the video files.

• Timecode values are not set when in

TC EXT mode.

Professional applications employ user bits to add metadata to
recordings to assist in post production. For example, multiple
cameras are used during a shoot. Each DR-HD100 has a unique UB
setting that identifies it and the camera it serves. Later, the user bits
are used to determine from which camera station the footage was
recorded.

The UB SET value is only actively applied when the unit is in
DV RECORDER mode.

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TC DROP, NON-DROP NTSC only

These parameters are only available for NTSC and only one may be
enabled at a time. Drop and non-drop enable and disable the drop­frame function that modifies how the timecode is calculated during
recording. These options are only applied when the unit is in DV
RECORDER mode.

• TC DROP

Enables the drop-frame function:

• Frames 00 and 01 are dropped from each minute of video
recorded.

•

Exception The first minute of each hour is not dropped.

• TC NON-DROP

Disables drop-frame. No frames are dropped during
recording and the timecode reflects the actual time during
recording.

Use with TC FREE RUN or TC REGEN

TC DROP and TC NON-DROP may only be set when using the TC FREE
RUN or TC REGEN settings.

Group Default

Type of Seperator Indicates TC DROP or NON-DROP

The timecode displayed on the LCD indicates the TC DROP/NON-DROP
mode by using either a semi-colon or a colon as a separator between hours,
minutes, seconds and frames:

• DROP HH

• NON-DROP HH

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;MM;SS;FF

:MM:SS:FF

DR-HD100 Functions

HDV TC TYPE DR-HD100 2.0 upgrade only

HDV TC TYPE

-TTC
GOP TC
REC TC
PTS

BACK

This menu sets the source of the timecode displayed in TC DISP mode,
while in HD RECORDER mode. In addition, this timecode is
reported in AV/C control mode.

• TTC (Title Timecode)

• GOP TC (Group of Pictures Timecode)

• REC TC (Recorded Timecode)

• PTS (Presentation Ti mestamp)

Each NLE utilizes a different HDV TC TYPE for their workflow. The
following table shows which HDV TC TYPE to use with a given
NLE:

NLE 720p 1080i
AVID GOP TC TTC
FCP TTC TTC
Edius TTC TTC

Refer to the NLE’s user guide for more information.

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LCD CONTRAST

SET CONTRAST

VALUE: 00

BACK

Use this function to adjust the contrast of the LCD display for easier
viewing.

Step 1: Use the Right nav igati on button to go to the SET CONTRAST

submenu.

Step 2: Use the

decrease the contrast number.

Step 3: Press

Up and Down navigation buttons to increase and

BACK when done.

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Functions Screen

The Functions buttons FA, FB, and FC provide convenient Home
screen shortcuts by acting as toggle switches for specific system
settings. The Home screen below is an example of the information
displayed.

STOP 1-

COUNTER
00 : 00 : 20 : 15
DISK 1 168 min

Reel receiving

clips.

Function Keys

R1
DISP DD

FA FB FC

Function Groups

Function settings are user-assignable and available in the Functions
screen. Changing a setting with a Function button has the same effect
as manually changing the setting.

FUNCTIONS

-FA JVC GY-HD
FA SYNC
FA AV / C
FA EXTERNAL

• There are three groups of functions F A, FB, and FC displayed
via the Functions screen.

• The function groups are independent of each other.

• In each group only one selection is active at a time.

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DR-HD100 Functions

Functions List

A list of the Function button menu is below. In each group, the default
selection is listed first.

MENU Appears on LCD as…

FA JVC GY-HD JVC

FA SYNC SYNC

FA AV/C AV/C (Toggles between AV/C and LOCAL control)
FA External EXTL (Toggles between External TRIGGER and LOCAL control)
FA REELS REEL Increments current reel number
FA R0-0 R0 Marks Current Clip to Reel 0,
FA R1-1 R1 Marks Current Clip to Reel 1,
FA R2-2 R2 Marks Current Clip to Reel 2,
FA R3-3 R3 Marks Current Clip to Reel 3,
FA R4-4 R4 Marks Current Clip to Reel 4,
FA R5-5 R5 Marks Current Clip to Reel 5,
FA R6-6 R6 Marks Current Clip to Reel 6,
FA R7-7 R7 Marks Current Clip to Reel 7,
FA R8-8 R8 Marks Current Clip to Reel 8,
FA R9-9 R9 Marks Current Clip to Reel 9,
FA LCD ON/OFF LCD1/LCD0 LCD On/Off Toggle
FA LCD AUTO LCDA/LCD0 LCD Auto On/Off Tog gle
FA BLANK No Function.

Toggles between JVC GY-HD and LOCAL control modes.

Toggles between SYNCRO and LOCAL record control. Default

FB DISP DISP (Toggles the different TC display modes) (Default)
FB ALARM ALRM/MUTE Turn s the DR-HD100 alarm on or off.
FB FILE FILE (Toggles between normal and display of the file name)
FB REELS REEL Increments current reel number
FB R0-0 R0 Marks Current Clip to Reel 0,
FB R1-1 R1 Marks Current Clip to Reel 1,

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MENU Appears on LCD as…

FB R2-2 R2 Marks Current Clip to Reel 2,
FB R3-3 R3 Marks Current Clip to Reel 3,
FB R4-4 R4 Marks Current Clip to Reel 4,
FB R5-5 R5 Marks Current Clip to Reel 5,
FB R6-6 R6 Marks Current Clip to Reel 6,
FB R7-7 R7 Marks Current Clip to Reel 7,
FB R8-8 R8 Marks Current Clip to Reel 8,
FB R9-9 R9 Marks Current Clip to Reel 9,
FB BLANK No Function.

DR-HD100 Functions

FC LOCK LOCK/UNLK Locks the buttonpad (Default) - toggles between

FC DV/DD DD Toggles DR-HD100 between DV/HD and HDD Modes
FC REELS REEL Increments current reel number
FC R0-0 R0 Marks Current Clip to Reel 0,
FC R1-1 R1 Marks Current Clip to Reel 1,
FC R2-2 R2 Marks Current Clip to Reel 2,
FCR3-3 R3 Marks Current Clip to Reel 3,
FC R4-4 R4 Marks Current Clip to Reel 4,
FC R5-5 R5 Marks Current Clip to Reel 5,
FC R6-6 R6 Marks Current Clip to Reel 6,
FC R7-7 R7 Marks Current Clip to Reel 7,
FC R8-8 R8 Marks Current Clip to Reel 8,
FC R9-9 R9 Marks Current Clip to Reel 9,
FC BLANK No Function.

LOCK and UNLK <Unlock>

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DR-HD100 Functions

LOCK/UNLK

This function locks or unlocks the keys on the front panel of the
DR-HD100.

To prevent the accidental unlocking of the front panel, there is
unlock confirmation screen:

UNLOCK KEYS

PRESS SELECT

TO CONFIRM

EXIT

After pressing the
panel keys.

UNLK key, press SELECT to unlock the front

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DR-HD100 Functions

Assigning Clips to Reels

STOP 1-

COUNTER
00 : 00 : 20 : 15

Currently

Selected REEL

Function FA

set to FA REELS

The function buttons are a quick way to mark video clips during
recording. The Functions menu offers two types of markers to
use, as an example

• FA REELS

Selecting the FA REELs programs the DR-HD100 to mark
the clips to the currently selected reel. The current reel is
indicated in the line

•FB R2-2

Setting a function button to this type of marker, instructs the
DR-HD100 to mark the current clip as belonging to the
REEL R2.

DISK 1 168 min
R1

REEL R2 R1

Function FB

set to FB R2-2

FA REELS and FB R2-2.

above the FA function reel selection.

Function FC
set to FC R1-1

Blank

Functions identified as Blank are inactive.

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DR-HD100 Functions

Utilities Screen

ORGANIZE REEL
ORGANIZE OMF
ORGANIZE MXF
ORGANIZE PINN

The Utilities available are:

• ORGANIZE REEL

• ORGANIZE OMF

• ORGANIZE MXF

• ORGANIZE PINN

• DELETE CLIP

•FORMAT

• REPAIR DISK

• REPAIR CLIP

•FILE NAME

• UPGRADE

• SYSTEM RESET

• DIAGNOSTIC

•STATUS

UTILITIES

2.0 only

DV mode only

Organize Functions are Mutually Exclusive

Only one Organize utility can be applied to a set of files and once it is applied,
the other organize utilities can not be used. For example, using the Organize
OMF utility eliminates the ability to perform an Organize Reel.

Organize Reel

This selection places all files identified as a REEL clip during
recording or playback into the appropriate reel folder. You can import
this folder directly into most DV NLE bins.

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Organize OMF

When files are recorded in the AVID OMF file format, this selection
allows you to take all the OMF and AIF audio files at the end of a
recording session and place them into a folder on the disk drive
named

OMFI MediaFiles. When the disk is connected to a computer,

this folder is recognized by Avid Xpress DV's Media Tool enabling
direct import of files into the Avid timeline. Refer to the section,
“Using Avid OMF Clips (Required for DV mode only)” on page 42
for more information.

Organize MXF 2.0 upgrade only

When utilizing MXF OPAtom with some NLEs, such as AVID
Xpress Pro, it is necessary to do an
the clips.

The

Organize MXF:

1. Moves all MXF video files into the

2. Moves all MXF audio files into the

3. Updates and moves the xml files from the log directory into
the

/contents/clip directory.

4. Generates thumbnails of the clips in

Organize MXF before importing

/contents/video directory.
/contents/audio directory.

/contents/icon directory.

Organize PINN

This selection organizes clips for use with Pinnacle Liquid series
NLE systems. Products such as the Pinnacle file format were created
for use with products such as Pinnacle Liquid Edition. The Pinnacle
file format creates three files simultaneously during a recording; an
AVI video file and two separate WAV audio files labeled as left and
right. An additional ALE file for each recording session is also
created which contains timecode data. This file must be kept with the
media.

Once clips have been imported into Liquid Edition, an Index file is
created on the disk drive for each clip. Do not delete this file since it
is required to continue work in the particular project.

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DR-HD100 Functions

Delete Clip

DELETE CLIP

CLIP 001

YES BACK

Use this item to delete a selected clip.

Step 1: From the Utilities screen, go to the DELETE CLIP screen.
Step 2: Enter the number of the clip to be deleted using the

navigation buttons.

Step 3: Press the

YES function key.

The selected clip is deleted.

Step 4: Press

BACK to return to the Utilities screen.

When a clip is deleted, the DR-HD100 re-organizes and displays the
remaining clips in sequence. For instance, if there are three clips on
the disk: 1-001, 1-002, 1-003. If clip 1-002 is deleted, the remaining
clips are reorganized and clip 1-003 becomes clip 1-002. However the
base file names are not affected.

Up and Down

Use Delete Clip Sparingly

Using the delete clip can cause disk fragmentation that reduces disk drive
performance and can impact both Playback and Record. To defragment the
disk or if more disk space is needed:

• Transfer all content from the DR-HD100.

• Perform the FORMAT utility, see “Format Disk” on page 85.

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