FOCUS Enhancements FS-4 Pro User Manual

FS-4 HD and FS-4Pro HD

Port able DTE Recorders

User Guide

MANL-0954-04

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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: FS-4 HD and FS-4Pro HD
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 comply within 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 technician
for help.

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Symbol Used In the FS-4 HD and FS-4Pro HD Unit

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

Symbols Used in This Documentation

Important Information the User Should Read

This symbol indicates information about conditions or
actions that could result in damage to the device or
data.

Information of Interest to the User

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 supply 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
FS-4 HD/Pro HD 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 A VEC UN PROLONGATEUR, 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 against 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 FS-4 HD/Pro HD,
verify that the antenna or
cable system is
grounded. This provides
some protection against
voltage surges and built­up 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 FS-4 HD or FS-4Pro HD 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 technician to restore
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 FS-4 HD/Pro HD
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

FS-4 HD Features 3
FS-4Pro HD Features 4

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 10
Pause, Stop and Power OFF 11
Forward Index 11

Top Panel 11

Computer FireWire Connector 12
Remote Control, Serial Connector 12

Camera FireWire Connector 12
Rear Panel 13
Side Panel 13
Bottom Panel 14

Internal Speaker 14
The FS-4 HD Menu System 15
Powering the FS-4 HD 19

Connecting the FS-4 HD to AC Power 19
Installing / Removing the Battery Pack 20

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Table of Contents

Installing a Battery 20
Removing a Battery 20

Charging the Battery 21
Connecting a FS-4 HD to a DV/HD Camcorder 22
Record and Playback with the FS-4 HD 23

Power On the FS-4 HD 23
Select HDD Recorder Mode 24
Select a DV/HD File Format 25
Set Time and Date 26
Record With the FS-4 HD 28

Manual Recording 29

Creating a New File without Dropping Frames 29

Syncro Slave Recording 30

Recording Timecode in the File 30

Playback on the FS-4 HD 31

Using the FS-4 HD with a Computer 33

Initial Setup 34
Mounting the FS-4 HD in Windows 34

FS-4 HD and FAT 32 37

Using Avid OMF Clips 38
Dismounting the FS-4 HD (Windows) 41
Mounting the FS-4 HD (Macintosh) 42
Dismounting the FS-4 HD (Macintosh) 43
Mounting Hardware 44

Mounting FS-4 HD to a Camcorder 44

Clipping to a Belt 45

FS Functions 47

General Screen Information 48

Welcome Screen 48

Home Screen 49

DISP (display) Information Fields 50

FS-4 HD System Information Screens 51
Record Screens 52

Normal Record 53

Retro Cache Record Mode 53

Retro Disk Record Mode 54

Loop Record 54

Saving Loop Record Clips 55

Snap Record 55

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Time Lapse Record 56

HDD Mode Screen 57

Setting Up Master and Slave FS-4 HD 59

Format Screen 60

DV Formats 60
HD Format Screen 61

Setup Screens 62

Date 63
Time 64
Version 64
LCD Light ON, OFF, AUTO 65
Alarm ON, OFF 65
Stop Frame, Gr ay, No Video 65
EXT CTL OFF, Pause, Frame, File 66
TIME CODE EXT, REC RUN, FREE RUN, REGEN 67
TC SET 68
UB SET 69
TC DROP, NON-DROP 70
HDV TC TYPE 70
LCD CONTRAST 71

Functions Screen 72

Functions List 73

LOCK/UNLK: 75
Assigning Clips to Reels 76
Blank 76

Utilities Screen 77

Organize Reel 78
Organize OMF 78
Organize MXF 78
Organize Pinn 79
Delete Clip 80
Format Disk 81
Repair Disk 82
Repair Clip 83
File Name 84
Upgrade 85

Upgrade Error 87
System Reset 88
Diagnostic 88
Status 89

Reels Screen 90

Placing a Clip in a Reel 90

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Table of Contents

Using a Wired Remote Control 91

Play Screen 92
Play From Screen 93
Control Screen 94

LCD Display Symbols and Text 97
Technical Specifications 99

Physical Description 99
Input/Outputs 99
Power 99
Audio/Video/Timecode Specification 100
DTE File Formats 100
Disk Information 100
Log Files 101
Error Messages 101
Warranty 102
Temperature 102
Compatible Camcorders and Accessories 102

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Focus Enhanc em e nts portable direc t­to-edit (
FS-4Pro HD are the first portable DV/HD disk recorders with DTE
technology designed for hand 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 you 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

DTE) disk recorder . The FS-4 HD and the profe ssional version

Information About Specific FS-4 HD Models

Throughout this manual, FS-4 HD indicates information that pertains to all
models of the FS-4 HD family.

The acronyms DV and HD refer to the recorder’s video recording format,
digital or high definition, respectively. By default, both the FS-4 HD and
FS-4Pro HD employ DV and HD recording.

The FS-4 HD DTE disk recorder eliminates the need to capture,
transfer or convert video clips before editing. The FS-4 HD is a
stand-alone device that records DV25, HD 720p, and HD 1080i
video to its disk drive as a NLE native file. The HD versions
add the capability of capturing to disk HD 720p and 1080i
video from HDV camcorders equipped with a 1394 interface.
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.

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Introduction

Unpacking

3

1

7

6

2

5

4

Verify that the FS-4 HD has the following items:

1. FS-4 HD unit

2. Belt Clip

3. User Guide

4. Two Firewire cables, a one foot and a four foot long, 6­pin to 4-pin

5. Power cable (international only)

6. Power supply with cable and connector to the FS-4 HD

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]
USA Telephone: [phone]
EMEA Email: [e-mail]
EMEA Telephone: +49 4307 - 83 58 58

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Features

FS-4 HD Features

All FS-4 HD models offer 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 FS-4 HD to a
computer and instantly be ready to edit in the timeline.

Files are recorded to disk as RawDV, AVI Type1, AVI
Type2, Matrox AVI, Canopus AVI, or QuickTime. In
addition, 24p AVI Type2 and QuickTime are available
in NTSC mode.

Support for cutting edge HDV camcorders with 720p
and 1080i MPEG-2 capabilities equipped with a
FireWire 1394 connection

Introduction

• Fast and Efficient Editing

When shooting is finished, mount the FS-4 HD 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 FS-4
HD as your media source.

• Confidence in Recording

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

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Introduction

• Compact, Lightweight, Rugged Design

The FS-4 HD weighs about a pound including the
battery and is only 1.5" thick. You can mount the FS-4
HD directly to your camcorder using the optional
camera mount kit, or clip the FS-4 HD directly to your
belt. The FS-4 HD is designed to withstand the rigors of
field shooting. The six second electronic shock cache
ensures your video is always recorded even in the
roughest of conditions.

• Flexible Capacities and Power

The FS-4 HD comes with a 40GB (about 3 hours) hard
drive. Extend record times by linking two FS-4 HD
units together. Power the FS-4 HD using slim,
removable battery packs or power it using the supplied
AC adapter.

• Easy to Use, Control and Update

The FS-4 HD 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 FS-4 HD
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

The FS-4 HD's six second retro record mode means you
are always recording. When action happens, you know
up to six seconds prior to the event occurring is saved
in your clip.

FS-4Pro HD Features

The FS-4Pro HD offers these additional professional features:

• 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 10-second retro cache record feature

• User definable time lapse and loop playback modes

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Introduction

• Pinnacle, Avid DV-OMF, and MXF OPatom DV
support

• Available with a 60GB, 80GB or 100GB hard drive and
with equivalent record times of about 4.5, 6, or 7.5
hours respectively.

• Free Run and Regen timecode modes

•QUICKTIME HD DTE format

• HD TC display and re-stripe capabilities

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Quickstart

This section provides the following information necessary for using
the FS-4 HD as quickly as possible.

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

The FS-4 HD Menu System ................................................ 15

Connecting the FS-4 HD to AC Power ................................ 19

Installing / Removing the Battery Pack ............................... 20

Connecting a FS-4 HD to a DV/HD Camcorder .................. 22

Record and Playback with the FS-4 HD ............................. 23

Power On the FS-4 HD ....................................................... 23

Select HDD Recorder Mode ............................................... 24

Select a DV/HD File Format .......... .... ... ... ... .... ... ...... ... .... ... .. 25

Set Time and Date .............................................................. 26

Record With the FS-4 HD ................................................... 28

Manual Recording ............................................................... 29

Syncro Slave Recording ..................................................... 30

Playback on the FS-4 HD ................................................... 31

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Quickstart

Physical Description and Basic Controls

Front Panel Controls

LCD

Display

Function

buttons

A B C

Power ON

Record
Button

Navigation
buttons

Transport
Control
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. T o
correct, hold the SELECT button down for 5 seconds.

Function buttons (A, B, C)

Below the FS-4 HD 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 screen. The function of
these soft buttons changes, depending on the options
displayed above that specific button. Refer to the

Screen on page 72 for more information.

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Functions

Quickstart

Power On Button

The Power ON button provides two functions.

• Power ON FS-4 HD

• Reset FS-4 HD

• FS-4 HD first must be powered on.

•Hold down the

Power On button for more than a second.

•Power OFF

Hold down the OFF button  for three (3) seconds.
During power off, the FS-4 HD beeps, indicating that it
is turning off.

Navigation Buttons

Use these buttons to navigate through the FS-4 HD menus.
The navigation buttons are

Left, Right, Up, Down, and Select.

Transport Control Buttons

Record

Back
Search

Back

Index

Play

STOP

Power Off

Forward
Search

Forward

Index

Use these buttons to control FS-4 HD playback and record
functions. You usually operate these transport buttons
while on the

HOME Screen.

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Quickstart

Record 

Press this button once when the FS-4 HD is in
the FS-4 HD into

REC-PAUSE. Press it again to start recording.

Stop mode to put

Pressing 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 paragraph.

Play

X

Press this button to start playback of the selected clip.

Some HD Camcorders Require a Moment to Synchronize

Some HD 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 FS-4 HD is now in 2X FF mode. This
applies as well 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 Compatibility

During Fast Forward and Reverse modes, some camcorders do not display
video when played-back from an external device, such as the FS-4 HD.

Back Index

|WW

This button returns the FS-4 HD to the beginning of the current
clip when in playback mode. Press this button twice in sequence
to return the FS-4 HD to the previous clip during playback. In

STOP mode, press this button to return the FS-4 HD to the

beginning of the previous clip.

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Quickstart

Pause, Stop  and Power OFF

While in the Home screen, and in any transport mode, press this
button to
Refer to the section,

Pause the FS-4 HD. Press it again to stop the FS-4 HD.

Setup Screens on page 62 for more

information.

To power off the FS-4 HD, hold down the

Stop button  for

three seconds. During power off, the FS-4 HD 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.

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)

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
Amber, flashing Insufficient Voltage to Charger

(Charging almost completed.)

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Quickstart

Status LED States

LED Indicates
Off Power OFF
Green Power ON
Orange, solid Playback
Orange, fluttering Hard drive being accessed during playback.
Red, solid Recording Mode
Red, blinking Recording Pause

(Power On but there is no activity.)

Computer FireWire Connector

• In/Out: 6-pin IEEE-1394a port x 1

• Asynchronous Data I/O

Remote Control, Serial Connector

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

• Can configure to act as a simple contact closure or RS­232C port.

• Connect an optional wired remote commander.

Camera FireWire Connector

• DV/HD Video I/O

• 6-pin IEEE-1394a connector

• Isochronous 25Mb/s DV video I/O
FS-4 HD supports 1080i/720p video I/O when used with
HDV camcorders equipped with a 1394 connection.

• DV Audio: embedded 2-channel (48kHz, 16-bit) or 2­channel (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.

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Rear Panel

The rear panel contains the following important items:

Quickstart

Fan Intake

Vent

Do Not Block

Belt Clip Post
Battery

Compartment
Latch

Battery
Compartment

Side Panel

The side panel contains cooling vents as illustrated below.

Cooling Vents

Do Not Block

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Quickstart

Bottom Panel

The FS-4 HD bottom panel features a single 2-pin DC power
connector. Connect the supplied AC power adapter here.

DC

Power Connector

Cooling Vent Cool ing Vent

Cooling Vent

Do Not Block

Internal

Internal

Speaker

Speaker

Do Not Block

Internal Speaker

An internal speaker provides alarms and audible feedback.

To disable the audible feedback, go to the Settings menu
and select the

ALARM OFF setting. However, the power,

temperature, and disk capacity alarms are always active.

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