Panasonic AG-DV2500P, AG-DV2500 User Manual

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NTSC

Digital Video Cassette Recorder

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

Model AG

EJECT

PAUSE

A.DUB

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

INPUT

REMOTE

LINE

OFF

9PIN

WIRELESS

2 / 4

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

REC

REC INH.

PAL

PLAY

SET

REW

STOP

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

Printed in Thailand VQT0C54

LLT0029-001A

1. Read all of these instructions.

2. Save these instructions for later use.

3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

5. Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

6. Do not use this appliance near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

7. Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

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8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

9. This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

10. This appliance system is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third (grounding) pin). This plug 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 plug.

11. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.

14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

15. Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.

16. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17. Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance. c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation. e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This unit should be used with 120 V AC only. CAUTION:

To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power source.

INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

●

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY PANASONIC COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

ATTENTION

RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION

SE REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME.

AVERTISSEMENT: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA

PLUIE.

Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant alternatif en 120 V.

ATTENTION: Afin d’éviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas utiliser d’autres sources d’alimentation électrique.

WARNING:

The battery used in the AG-DV2500P must be replaced by a PANASONIC authorized service dealer only.

AVERTISSEMENT:

La pile utilisée dans l’appareil AG-DV2500P doit être remplacée chez un marchand de services autorisé par PANASONIC.

The Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numerique de la Classe B est conforme a la nonne NMB-003 du Canada.

L’appareil digital (Classe B) est conforme à l’ICES-003 canadien.

NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOITER.

AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N’EST

A REGLER PAR L’UTILISATEUR.

Le symbole de l’éclair à l’intérieur d’un triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur la présence d’une “tension dangereuse” non isolée dans le boîtier du produit. Cette tension est suffisante pour provoquer l’électrocution de personnes.

Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur la présence d’opérations d’entretien importantes au sujet desquelles des renseignements se trouvent dans le manuel d’instructions.

*Ces symboles ne sont utilisés qu’aux Etats-Unis.

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Thank you for purchasing our Digital Video Cassette Recorder AG-DV2500P.

As this is a DV-format video cassette recorder, video cassettes with the or logos can be used with it. DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV format.

This VTR features dual support for NTSC and PAL. Certain functions however, are supported by only one signal system. They are indicated with (NTSC only) or (PAL only).

● In order to prevent crumpling due to tape

slack, please do not perform important recording within the first and last 2 - 3 minutes run of the tape.

● Recorded video (music) is meant for personal

entertainment only and must not be used for other purposes without the prior consent of the copyright owner.

● Our company shall not guarantee the con-

tent of any recording effort should this VTR fail to record normally due to defects, either of the main unit itself or the video cassette tape.

MAIN FEATURES

● DV format

High picture and sound quality by digital technology.

● Compatible mechanisms for standard/mini DV cassettes

It records on and plays back DV cassettes of the standard and mini size. (SP mode only)

DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV format.

A tape recorded with the DVCAM format can be used only for playback for this VTR.

● Equipped with composite and S-VIDEO input & output terminal devices.

●

Equipped with DV IN/OUT terminals. (IEEE1394)

It can exchange digital signals with IEEE1394 compatible devices.

● Dual support for NTSC/PAL

It automatically determines the signal system when playing back or receiving DV signal input. It supports composite or Y/C signal input with the use of a switch.

● Wireless remote control

It can be controlled with the provided wireless remote controller.

● Support for RS-422A interface

It can be used as a player for an editing system that uses the RS-422A-compatible editing remote controller AG-A850.

● Recording/playback of time codes

● Audio-dubbing (after-recording) function

Audio dubbing at a sampling frequency of 32kHz is allowed on CH3 and CH4 (except during DV input).

● Series recording function

By linking with other DV devices, long-duration continuous recording is possible.

● Indexed search and blank search function

It can search for indexed signal recorded positions or unrecorded parts.

● Can be placed in an upright position

With the use of the provided stand, it can be positioned upright.

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INTRODUCTION

Precautions .................................................... 6

Daily maintenance and regular inspection ..... 7

Precautions on the use of cleaning tape ........ 8

Cassette tape ................................................. 8

Condensation ................................................. 9

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS

Front panel ................................................... 10

Rear panel .................................................... 14

Wireless remote controller ........................... 16

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

Regarding on-screen display........................ 18

Status display ............................................... 19

Event display ................................................ 21

Alarm display ................................................ 22

PREPARATION

Provided wireless remote controller ............. 24

Power ........................................................... 26

Selecting the NTSC/PAL signal system ....... 28

Loading/ejecting cassettes ........................... 29

Setting/displaying date and time .................. 30

EDIT

Using the unit in an editing system .............. 48

MENU SCREEN

Structure of the menu ................................... 51

Setting the menu .......................................... 52

Contents of the menus ................................. 54

OTHERS

Placing the unit in an upright position .......... 61

Warning display ............................................ 62

Troubleshooting ............................................ 64

Checking the hour meter .............................. 65

Specification ................................................. 66

Supplement .................................................. 67

RECORDING

Connection and setting ................................ 33

Setting time codes ........................................ 35

Recording method ........................................ 37

Series recording function ............................. 38

Audio dubbing .............................................. 39

PLAYBACK

Connection/setting ....................................... 41

Basic playback method ................................ 43

Special playback function ............................. 44

Locate function ............................................. 46

Selecting playback audio output................... 47

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INTRODUCTION

Precautions

䡵 Place of storage and use

Please avoid storing or using this VTR in the following places:

● Extremely hot or cold places beyond the allowable temperature for operation (5˚C – 35˚C).

● Humid or dry places beyond the allowable humidity range for operation (30% –80% RH).

● Dusty or sandy places.

● Places exposed to oil, smoke or steam, such

as the kitchen vicinity.

● Intensely vibrating or unstable places.

● Places prone to condensation.

● Places that generate strong magnetic fields,

e.g., transformer or motor.

● Places near devices that generate electric waves, e.g., transceiver or mobile phone.

● Places that generate radiation, X-rays or corrosive gases.

䡵 Handling the unit

● Please do not place heavy objects on the VTR,

like a monitor or TV.

● Please do not insert foreign objects into the cassette slot.

● Mind your finger when loading the cassette.

Please be careful not to get your fingers

clamped when loading the cassette to prevent injury.

● Place this VTR out of reach of young children. As injury may result from fingers getting clamped when loading the cassette, please keep this VTR out of reach of young children.

● Please do not block the ventilation openings.

● Avoid violent shocks to the unit. Do not drop

the unit.

● Please remove the cassette tape from the cassette slot when transporting the unit.

● Please remove the AC adapter to save energy when the unit is not in use.

䡵 Maintaining the unit (Please turn off the

power before performing maintenance work.)

Please wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not wipe it with thinner or benzene lest the surface melts or becomes dull. For stubborn stains, wipe first with a water-diluted neutral detergent and then wipe dry.

䡵 Please use the provided AC adapter to

connect the VTR to a power source.

䡵 Use the supplied mains cable. Using a

different type or damaged cable may cause fire or electric shock.

Note

Before turning on the power, be sure to remove the guard sheet. (Otherwise, a warning display will be shown. In this case, turn the power off and then on again.)

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Daily maintenance and regular inspection

This unit uses consumables or components that will wear off. If a worn-out or deteriorated component continues to be used, it may cause the unit to break down. To prevent this, please perform daily maintenance using the head-cleaning tape. With the head-cleaning tape alone, however, the entire tape-winding mechanism cannot be completely cleaned. Please perform regular maintenance of the components as shown below.

䡵 Regular inspection (maintenance)

The tasks of maintenance involved are similar to that of replacing the engine oil or tire of a car. Depending on the number of usage hours, please clean, inspect or replace the components as follows:

—: Inspection

䡬 : Cleaning, inspection and

Number of hours 500H 1000H 1500H 2000H 4000H

Drum assembly (including head)

Head cleaner 夡䢇夡䢇䢇

Tape guide, roller 䡬夡夡䢇䢇

Reel disk, tension bands — 夡 — 䢇䢇

䡬䡬䡬䢇䢇

Usage Time :You can check the drum usage time via the hour meter display.

For details, please refer to page 65, “Checking the hour meter”.

Maintenance consultation :For details on the maintenance plan and fee, please consult with your

nearest PANASONIC-authorized service agent.

䡵 Head cleaning

● Recording or playing back with a stained head

will result in block noise or disrupted sound. Please perform regular head cleaning to main-

● If dust adheres on the head, “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!” will be displayed on the monitor when this unit plays a tape.

tain superior image and sound quality.

䡬 : Cleaning, inspection and

adjustment

夡 : Cleaning and inspection;

Replacement if necessary

䢇 : Replacement

Maintenance necessity and frequency depends on the environment and usage. The above information serves only as a guide.

Block noise

● For information on how to use the head cleaning tape and the relevant precautions, please refer to page 8, “Precautions on the use of cleaning tape”.

HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!

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INTRODUCTION

Precautions on the use of cleaning tape

Please use cleaning tape produced by PANASONIC.

Please follow the instructions below when using the cleaning tape.

The tape will run for 10 seconds in the PLAY mode. (Thereafter, it stops automatically and enters the STOP mode.)

• After loading the cleaning tape, press the PLAY button.

For a single cleaning session, use it up to 3 times.

Please refer to the following table as a guide for cleaning.

Memo:

1. Under low humidity conditions, (10% RH to 30% RH), please perform head cleaning at intervals of half of the following stated periods.

2. If DVM83 is used immediately after cleaning, the VTR warning (“HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED!”) may disappear only after the tape has run for some time.

3. Please use the cleaning tape at room temperature (10˚C to 35˚C).

4. Instructions for using the cleaning tape are stated inside its case. The contents may be slightly different from those stated here. Please follow the instructions in this manual.

Operating environment of the unit 5˚C to 10˚C 10˚C to 35˚C

Guide for using 1 to 2 times every 1 to 2 times every cleaning tape 5 hours 20 to 30 hours

Low temperature Room temperature

Cassette tape

This unit can record onto and playback standard DV and mini DV cassette tapes (for SP mode only). Please use the following PANASONIC cassettes with the or the logos.

●

Mini DV cassettes

䡵 Erasure prevention

DV cassettes have a safety slide at the back to prevent accidental erasure.

● To prevent accidental erasure of important

records, push the slide to the “SAVE” position.

● To record, push the slide to the “REC” posi-

tion.

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䡵 For recording and storing videotapes in the best condition

Observe the following instructions for the best recording and storage of videotapes.

● Ta ke care of the conditions of handling videotapes. It is recommended that you record and store videotapes in the environment below.

Storage

Recording Short period Long period

(Up to 10 years) (Over 10 years)

Temperature 17°C to 25°C 15°C to 23°C 15°C to 19°C

Humidity 30% to 70% 40% to 55% 25% to 35%

Hourly temperature change Less than 10°C – –

Hourly humidity change Less than 10% – –

● Do not leave the videotapes neglected for a long period. If videotapes are left wound for a long period of time, it may result in distortion of the tape. Also it may cause tape-to-tape adhesion (known as blocking). It is recommended that videotapes be unspooled and rewound once a year for refreshing.

● When tapes are not in use, store them in cases and on end. Storage cases protect videotapes from humidity, dust and ultraviolet. Keep tapes in cases and do not store them lying flat. When housed in a horizontal position, pressure from other tapes can cause distortions and deformations of the tape edges.

Condensation

● When this unit is moved from a cold to a warm place abruptly, the vapor in the warm air will come into contact with the head drum or the tape guides. When chilled, the vapor turns into droplets of water. This state is known as condensation. When condensation occurs, the videotape will adhere to the head drum or the tape guides and will be damaged.

● Condensation occurs on this unit in the following circumstances:

• It is moved abruptly from a cold place to a warm

place.

• It is used in a room immediately after the heater

has been turned on, or when cold breeze from an air-conditioner blows onto it.

• It is used at a place of high humidity.

Head drum

Videotape

● When condensation occurs, the monitor displays the following warning:

CONDENSATION ON DRUM

To remedy, leave the unit with the power ON and wait until the WARNING indicator disappears.

● Prevention of condensation When transporting the AG-DV2500P from a cold

to a warmer place abruptly, first take out the cassette. Then place the AG-DV2500P in a plastic bag and seal it before transporting the unit. Leave the AG-DV2500P in the sealed plastic bag until the unit has the same temperature as the surroundings. This will prevent condensation.

When a cassette tape is loaded, please do not transport e.g., from an external cold place to a warm room thereby subjecting the unit to drastic temperature changes. After moving the unit, please do not use it until the innards are stabilized.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS

– Front panel –

POWER

A.DUB

AG-DV2500

OFF

WIRELESS

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

REMOTE

MIC

9PIN

[POWER] Power button/LED

● Press this button to turn on the power and op-

erate the unit. (Power ON) Press this button again to turn off the power. (Power OFF)

● The POWER LED lights up as follows.

Power ON : the LED lights up green Power OFF : the LED lights up red VTR error : the LED blinks in red

Memo

● When the DC IN MODE item of the SYS-

TEM menu is set to “POWER ON” and power is supplied to the 1 DC IN terminal located at the rear panel, the unit goes into the POWER ON state even if this button is not pressed.

● Even when the power has been turned off

with this button, a small amount of electricity will still be channeled into the unit. Therefore, if the unit is not going to be used for a long period of time, please remove the AC adapter to reduce energy consumption.

Cassette slot

● Load a cassette into or unload it from the slot.

Please insert a standard DV or a mini DV cas-

sette. (☞ Page 29)

● When the unit is in the POWER OFF state

and if a cassette is loaded, it goes into the ON state.

EJECT

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE

SET

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

[A. DUB] Audio dubbing button/LED

REC

REW

● Press this button for audio dubbing (after-re-

cording). For audio dubbing, set the AUDIO MODE item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu to “32K”. Sound produced by the 6 MIC terminal or the 9 AUDIO IN terminal at the rear panel (☞ Page 15) is recorded on CH3 and CH4 channels.

● During audio dubbing, the A. DUB LED lights

up red.

● If the INPUT switch is set at “DV”, audio dub-

bing is not possible. (☞ Page 39, “Audio dubbing”)

[INPUT] Input video signal selection

switch

● Select the video signal input with this switch.

S-VIDEO : YC separate video signals from the

S-VIDEO IN terminal

LINE : Composite video signals from the

LINE IN terminal

DV : DV signals from the DV IN/OUT

terminal (IEEE1394)

Note

During recording, manipulating this switch will not bring about any effect.

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POWER

A.DUB

AG-DV2500

OFF

WIRELESS

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

REMOTE

MIC

9PIN

[REMOTE] Remote select switch

Use this switch to select the remote controller type.

9 PIN :

EJECT

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE

SET

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

REC

REW

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS

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– Front panel – (continued)

POWER

A.DUB

AG-DV2500

OFF

WIRELESS

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

REMOTE

MIC

9PIN

[REC] Record button/LED

● Hold down this button and press the 9 PLAY

button to start recording. During recording, the LED lights up red.

● Hold down this button and press the 0 PA USE

button to pause the recording.

● When this button is pressed during recording,

an index signal is recorded on the tape (valid when the INDEX WRITE item in the SYSTEM menu is set to ON).

● When recording is stopped, the time code gen-

erator value can be verified by holding this button down. If the DV TC DUP. menu item is set to ON, EE signals of the DV Input time code and Date/Time can be verified.

[PLAY] Play button/LED

● Press this button to start playing back a tape.

During playback, the LED lights up green.

● When the menu is displayed, use this button

to select the menu items or setting values.

[PAUSE] Pause button/LED

●

During recording, press this button to pause it. During playback or STOP mode, press this

button to enter the STILL mode. When recording is paused or when the unit is in the STILL mode, the LED lights up green.

● When recording is paused, press this button

to resume recording.

● If this button is pressed simultaneously with

the A.DUB button in the STILL mode, the Audio Dubbing Pause mode will be engaged.

● When the menu is displayed, use this button

to confirm the menu items or setting values.

EJECT

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE

SET

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

REC

REW

[FF] Fast forward button/LED

● When the unit is in the STOP mode, press

this button to execute fast-forward winding of the tape.

● When the unit is in the PLAYBACK or STILL

mode, press this button to execute fast-forward playback.

● During fast-forward winding or fast-forward

playback, the LED lights up green.

● When the menu is displayed, use this button

to display selected menu items. When setting up the date, time or time code,

use this button to select the data segment.

[STOP] Stop button/LED

● Press this button to stop operation. (of rewind,

playback, etc.)

● When the menu is displayed, use this button

to select the menu items or setting values.

[REW] Rewind button/LED

● When the unit is in the STOP mode, press

this button to rewind the tape.

● When the unit is in the PLAYBACK or STILL

mode, press this button to execute reverse playback.

● During rewinding or reverse playback, the LED

lights up green.

● When the menu is displayed, press this but-

ton to return to the previous screen. When setting up the date, time or time code,

use this button to select the data segment.

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POWER

A.DUB

AG-DV2500

OFF

WIRELESS

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

Indicator

REMOTE

MIC

9PIN

:When a cassette is loaded, the LED

lights up green. (Likewise when the unit is in the POWER OFF state.)

When a cassette is being loaded or ejected, the LED blinks.

DVCAM : When the unit plays back a tape re-

corded in the DVCAM format, the LED lights up green.

NTSC : The LED lights up green in the follow-

ing cases:

• In the composite video or S-VIDEO signal input mode and the 2 NTSC/ PAL switch located at the rear panel (☞ Page 14) is set as “NTSC”.

• A tape recorded with NTSC signals is played back.

• When NTSC system DV signals are input while the INPUT switch is set at “DV”.

PA L : The LED lights up green in the follow-

ing cases:

• In the composite video or S-VIDEO signal input mode and the 2 NTSC/ PAL switch located at the rear panel is set as “PAL”.

• A tape recorded with PAL signals is played back.

• When PAL system DV signals are input while the INPUT switch is set at “DV”.

REC INH : The LED lights up red in the following

cases:

• When a cassette with its rear switch set at the SAVE position is inserted.

• When A.DUB is not possible such as on tapes recorded in 48kHz mode. (Approx. 3 sec)

EJECT

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE

SET

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

Audio indicator

REC

REW

This is an indicator for determining the presence of audio signals (CH audio selected via the AUDIO OUT SEL item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu).

Sensor for wireless remote controller

When using the provided wireless remote controller, please point it to this sensor. (☞ Page 25, “Using the wireless remote controller”)

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS

DC power input terminal (2P)

This is used for DC12V input. It connects the DC mains cable of the provided AC adapter.

Memo

● When power is supplied to this terminal, the

POWER indicator located at the front panel lights up. (The LED lights up red when the POWER indicator is OFF.)

● Setting this unit to POWER ON, POWER

OFF or PLAY mode when the power is supplied to this terminal can be done by making the appropriate selections from the DC IN MODE item in the SYSTEM menu.

– Rear panel –

[NTSC/PAL] NTSC/PAL signal se-

lection switch

Use this switch to select NTSC or PAL as the signal system. Use it to make a selection when composite video signals or YC separate video signals are input.

NTSC : Use this setting for NTSC signal input.

The NTSC indicator on the front panel lights up.

PAL : Use this setting for PAL signal input.

The PAL indicator on the front panel lights up.

Memo

● For playback or DV signal input, signals are

determined automatically and not affected by the status of this switch.

● Please turn the unit to POWER OFF before

using this switch. If switching is performed when the VTR is in the POWER ON mode, the VTR will automatically go into the OFF mode before engaging the ON mode.

● It cannot be used for NTSC/PAL conversion.

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SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING :

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

AVIS :

DV IN/OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

LINE

S -VIDEO

[S-VIDEO IN] S-VIDEO input

terminal (4P)

This is the input terminal for YC separate video signals.

● To input video signals from this terminal, set the

INPUT switch on the front panel to S-VIDEO. When Wide discriminating signals are input, ID

signals for Wide discriminating signals are recorded.

[VIDEO LINE IN] Video line input termi-

nal (PHONO)

This is the input terminal for composite video signals.

● To input video signals from this terminal, set the

INPUTswitch on the front panel to “LINE”.

[S-VIDEO OUT] S-VIDEO output termi-

nal (4P)

This is the output terminal for YC separate video signals.

When tapes recorded with Wide discriminating signals are played, ID signals for discriminating signals are output.

[VIDEO LINE OUT] Video line output

terminal (PHONO)

This is the output terminal for composite video signals.

Memo

● Besides video signals, the following signals

from the S-VIDEO OUT terminal and VIDEO LINE OUT terminal are displayed on-screen.

• Menu screen signals

• Character display of date, time or opera-

tion modes (Status screen)

By pressing the DISPLAY button on the wireless remote controller or by setting the DISPLAY item in the DISPLAY menu, the user can choose to turn the status display on/off.

● The SETUP item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu

can be set to determine whether setup will be added to the signals of S-VIDEO OUT terminal and VIDEO LINE OUT terminal. (NTSC only)

I N

9PIN REMOTE

O U T

[AUDIO IN] Audio input terminal

AUX

NTSC PAL

DC 12V

(PHONO2)

This is the audio signal (analog) input terminal. For audio dubbing, sounds from the CH1/3 ter-

minal are recorded on the CH3 channel while those from the CH2/4 channel are recorded on the CH4 channel.

Memo

● When the MIC terminal on the front panel is con-

nected to a microphone, sounds from this terminal will not be recorded.

[AUDIO OUT] Audio output terminal

(PHONO2)

This is the audio signal (analog) output terminal.

Memo

● The audio channel to play back tapes recorded in

the 32K mode can be selected with the OUT SELECT button on the wireless remote controller or by setting the AUDIO OUT SEL. item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu.

● The output level of the playback audio can be se-

lected with the OUT LEVEL button of the wireless remote controller or by setting the AUDIO OUT LEVEL item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu (NORMAL or ATT).

[DV IN/OUT] DV input/output terminal

This is the input/output terminal for digital signals of IEEE1394 standard. It is connected to video devices with DV terminals.

● To input signals from this terminal, please set

the INPUT switch on the front panel to “DV”.

● Signals from this terminal are output regard-

less of the INPUT switch setting.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS – Wireless remote controller –

POWER

VCR

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

BLANK

0 ! $

[POWER] button f

Press this button to turn on the power of the unit. (POWER ON)

Press this button again to turn off the power. (POWER OFF)

[DISPLAY] button

Use this button to turn on/off, the on-screen (e.g. status screen) display on the monitor connected to the VIDEO LINE OUT terminal and S-VIDEO OUT terminal. Each time this button is pressed, the display mode changes in the following sequence: ON (always display) ¥ AUTO (display when switching mode) ¥ OFF.

(☞ Page 18, “On-screen display”)

[BARS] button

When this button is pressed in the Stop or RECPause mode, the color bar of the built in signal generator will be output. When it is pressed again, the screen returns to the usual display. During DV signal input, the color bar will not be output.

MODE

AUDIO

SET

SEARCH–

PAUSE

VEQ3533

STOP

MUTING

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

REC

F.A DV

PLAY

MENU SEARCH+

A.DUB

F.REV

REW FF

INDEX –

INDEX

Note

Please do not use it as the standard signal because the signals are simplified.

6 7 8 @

# &

[STILL MODE] button

Use this button to select images in the STILL mode.

When the unit is in the STILL mode, press this button to toggle images in the following sequence.

Field image (1st/2nd alternate still) ¥ 1st field image ¥ 2nd field image ¥ frame image

[BLANK] button

When the unit enters the STOP mode, press this button to begin a blank search. Once it finds a blank part of the tape, it will enter the STILL mode. (☞ Page 46)

[AUDIO MUTING] button

During playback, press this button to mute the audio output. Press this button again to re-enable audio output.

[AUDIO OUT SEL.] button

When playing back tapes recorded in the 32K mode, use this button to select the audio channel that allows output from the AUDIO OUT terminal.

CH1/2 ¥ CH3/4 ¥ MIX

[AUDIO OUT LEV.] button

Use this button to switch the standard level of the playback or EE audio output (NORMAL or ATT). When it is set to ATT, the output level is reduced by 8dB.

Buttons related to menu setting and

variable speed playback

 [MENU] button

When the unit enters the STOP mode and this button is pressed, a menu will be displayed on the monitor connected to the VIDEO LINE OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal. When the menu is displayed, press this button to return to the usual screen display.

 [SEARCH+] /  button

• During playback, STILL mode or variable speed playback in the forward direction, press this button to speed up playback.

• During reverse playback or variable speed playback in the reverse direction, press this button to slow down the playback speed. (☞ page 45)

• When the menu is displayed, use this button to select the menu items or setting values.

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 [SEARCH–] /  button

• During playback, STILL mode or variable speed playback in the forward direction, press this button to slow down the playback speed.

• During reverse playback or variable speed playback in the reverse direction, press this button to speed up the playback speed. (☞ page 45)

• When the menu is displayed, use this button to select the menu items or setting values.

 [P] /  button

• During reverse payback/ variable-speed playback, press this button to execute forward playback.

• When the menu is displayed, use this button to display the selected menu items. During date/time or time code setup, press this button to move the cursor to the right.

 [p] /  button

• During forward playback/ variable-speed playback, press this button to execute reverse playback.

• When the menu is displayed, press this button to display the previous menu. During date/time or time code setup, press this button to move the cursor to the left.

 SET button

During menu display, press this button to confirm the menu items or setting values.

[F. ADV] button

Each time this button is pressed in the STILL mode, the image is advanced one frame. When holding down this button, the image is advanced continuously frame by frame.

[F. REV] button

Each time this button is pressed in the STILL mode, the image is reversed one frame. When holding down this button, the image is reversed continuously frame by frame.

Memo

The image of frame advance playback or frame reverse playback can be selected with the STILL MODE item of the SYSTEM menu or the STILL MODE button on the wireless

[A. DUB] button

Press this button to perform audio dubbing (after-recording). (☞ Page 39, “Audio dubbing”)

[PAUSE] button

●During recording, audio dubbing or playback, press this button to pause recording or enter the STILL mode. If this button is pressed in the STOP mode, the STILL mode will be engaged.

●Press this button to resume recording from the PAUSE mode.

[REC] button

● Hold down this button and press the PLAY

button to begin recording.

● During recording, press this button to record

an index on the tape. (when the INDEX WRITE item of the SYSTEM menu is set to ON)

● When the unit enters the STOP mode, hold-

ing this button down will enable you to check the value of the time code generator.

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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

– Regarding on-screen display –

Besides E-E images and playback images, the monitor connected to the VIDEO LINE OUT terminal and SVIDEO OUT terminal provides the following on-screen information.

DISPLAY

button

Wireless remote controller

POWER

VCR

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

MODE

MENU SEARCH+

SET

SEARCH–

A.DUB PAUSE

BLANK

AUDIO

MUTING

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

REC

DISPLAY menu

–––DISPLAY–––

DISPLAY ON COUNT ER POS I . L OWER -R TIME CODE ON VTR MODE ON TAPE REMA IN OFF TIME/DATE OFF AUD IO I NFO . OFF DATE STYLE M /D / Y TIME STYLE 24HOUR BARS OFF PAGE BACK

Set at ON or AUTO

On-screen display Contents Method

Status display

It displays the setting status of date/ time, time code and VTR operation mode.

Event display

It displays the operating status of the blank search, index recording/search, or the wireless remote control.

Alarm display

It displays alarm messages upon operation errors or if the unit is in a poor state for operation.

Warning display It displays warning messages with er-

ror codes in the event of VTR anomalies. (☞ Page 62)

Menu display It displays the menu setting screen.

(☞ Page 51)

Main unit

Set the DISPLAY item of the DISPLAY menu as follows:

ON : Always display. Depending

on the items, Event and Alarm displays are shown for about 3 seconds.

AUTO : It displays for about 4 sec-

onds after switching between modes.

OFF : No on-screen display.

Remote controller

The display can be turned ON/OFF with the DISPLAY button. Each time the DISPLAY button is pressed, the display mode changes in the following sequence: ON (Always display) ¥AUTO ¥ OFF.

*The settings for the DISPLAY menu

items will also change accordingly.

It is displayed automatically when anomalies happen.

Main unit

If the EJECT and STOP buttons are pressed simultaneously while no cassette is loaded, the MENU screen will be displayed.

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Remote controller

If the unit is in the STOP mode and the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will be displayed.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY – Status display –

䡵 Status display: It displays the current settings and operating status.

min

32K CH–1/2 0

10 / 10 / 02 STANDBY-OFF 12 : 00 : 00 TCR 02:00:00:00

No. Item Content

Sampling frequency/audio

output CH

Memo

If the time code display position is set to the upper left, this item will be displayed on the lower right.

Date/time

Memo

If the display position of the time code is set to the lower left, this item will be displayed on the lower right.

• Sampling frequency During recording, the setting value of the AUDIO MODE item

of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu is displayed (32K or 48K). During playback, the sampling frequency of the sound re-

corded on the tape is displayed (32K, 48K, 44.1K). During DV signal input, the sampling frequency of the sound

input is displayed.

• A.LOCK Lights up when the video and audio sampling clocks (at

48kHz) are synchronized in the PLAY mode. Lights up in the RECORDING mode and EE mode. Does not light up when the sampling rate is 32kHz or 44.1 kHz.

•Audio output channel During recording, the audio channel recorded on the tape is

displayed. During playback, the audio channel output from the AUDIO

OUT terminal is displayed (CH1/2, CH3/4, MIX). (only in 32K mode)

• The AUDIO INFO. item of the DISPLAY menu can be set to activate/deactivate the display.

• It displays the date (M/D/Y) and time (HR:MM:SS).

• When the unit is in the RECORDING or STOP mode, it displays the data of the built-in clock.

• During playback, fast forward or rewind, the data recorded on the tape is displayed.

• During DV signal recording, the data from the DV terminal is displayed. If the REC button is pressed in the STOP mode, the input data from the DV terminal will be displayed.

• The style for displaying the date and time can be selected from the DATE STYLE and TIME STYLE items of the DISPLAY menu.

• The TIME/DATE setting of the DISPLAY menu can be set to turn on/off the date and time display or to select the style.

• When the date/time is not set, “– –” will be displayed. If a tape with no date and time data is played, "– –" will be

displayed.

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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY – Status display –

(continued)

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min

No. Item Content

Time code

VTR operation mode

• It displays the time codes (hour, minute, second and frame). During playback, the time codes recorded on the tape are

displayed.

TCR : time code reader data TCG : time code generator data DTCG : time code data input from a DV IN terminal

• The symbols for the second and frame differ according to the framing modes. (NTSC only)

00 : 00 : 00 : 00

dot (.) is used for a dropped frame.

colon (:) is used for a non-dropped frame.

• The time code display position can be set via the COUNTER POSI. item of the DISPLAY menu.

• The TIME CODE item can be set to turn on/off the time code display.

• The user’s bit is not displayed.

It displays the VTR operation modes, including: PLAY, EJECT, FF, REW, STOP, STANDBY-OFF, STILL, REC, REC PAUSE, A. DUB, A. DUB PAUSE, SHTL (shuttle search), JOG (F.ADV, R.ADV), BLANK SRH (blank search), NO CASSETTE (cassette not loaded), POWER OFF.

When SHTL or JOG is displayed, the speed will also be displayed at the same time.

• The VTR MODE item of the DISPLAY menu can be set to turn on/off the VTR operation mode display.

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Remaining tape

Memo

If the display position of the time code is set to the upper right, this item will be displayed on the lower right.

It displays the remaining tape duration (minutes).

• The TAPE REMAIN item in the DISPLAY menu can be set to turn on/off the remaining tape duration display.

• Please use the remaining tape time as a gauge.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY – Event display –

䡵 Event display : When a specific function is in activation or when the operation status is

changed with the remote controller, etc, the events will be displayed at the positions shown below.

32K CH–1/2 0

10/1 0 / 0 2 STANDBY 11 : 20 : 00 TCR 02:00:00:00

BLANK SEARCH

AUD I O MUTING ON

䡵 Display at position A

...Operation in progress

Display Contents

BLANK SEARCH

INDEX + 1

INDEX MARK

Blank search in progress.

Index search in progress. The number indicates the index search position.

When an index is written on the tape during recording.

min

OFF

䡵 Display at position B

...Display for about 3 seconds

Display Contents

AUDIO MUTING ON

AUDIO MUTING OFF

AUDIO OUT LEVEL NORM

AUDIO OUT LEVEL ATT

AUDIO OUT CH-1/2

AUDIO OUT CH-3/4

AUDIO OUT MIX

DISPLAY ON

DISPLAY AUTO

Audio is muted with the remote controller.

Audio is de-muted with the remote controller.

The standard level of the playback or EE audio level is set to NORMAL or ATT with the remote controller.

The playback audio channel is set to CH1/2, CH3/4 or MIX with the remote controller.

The on-screen display is turned on with the remote controller.

The on-screen display is set to AUTO with the remote controller. In the AUTO mode, the on-screen display is shown for about 4 seconds between mode switches.

DISPLAY OFF

FIELD STEP

1ST FIELD STILL

2ND FIELD STILL

FRAME STILL

The on-screen display is set to OFF with the remote controller.

Field by field advance playback is selected with the remote controller.

When still or frame advance playback is selected with the remote controller, the type of still image is displayed.

• 1st FIELD STILL

• 2nd FIELD STILL

• FRAME STILL

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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY – Alarm display –

䡵 Alarm display : Alarm messages are displayed as shown below, when an operation error

has occurred or when the unit is in a poor condition for operation. E.g., dirty head.

32K CH–1/2

min

HEAD CL EANING REQUIRED!

INVALIDTAPE !

1 0/10/02 STANDBY 12 : 00 : 00 TCR02:00:00:00

OFF

䡵 Display at position A : Displays which show the state of the unit continues to be displayed

here until the conditions are rectified.

Display Contents

LOW VOLTAGE

HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!

NO DV SIGNAL

The voltage of the DC input power is low. Continued operation will bring the unit to the POWER OFF mode. Displayed irrespective of the DISPLAY mode setting.

The video head is dirty. Please clean it with the dedicated head-cleaning tape. (☞ Page 8) If the head is clogged, it will be detected in the PLAYBACK mode and displayed. When the unit enters the STOP mode or the cassette is ejected, the display goes off. Displayed irrespective of the DISPLAY mode setting.

Despite DV connection, signals are not received. Displayed when DISPLAY mode is set to ON/AUTO.

䡵 Display at position B : Messages indicating operation errors are displayed for about 3 sec-

onds. They are displayed when the DISPLAY mode is ON or AUTO.

Display Contents

INVALID TAPE!

LP TAPE!

DV NOT CONNECT

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Data tapes for PC use or DVC PRO tapes has been inserted. The cassette will be ejected.

The user attempts to play back a tape recorded in the LP mode. This unit cannot record or play in the LP mode.

DV connection is not done.

Display Contents

COPY INHIBIT

The user attempts to record signals protected with the copy guard.

REC INHIBIT

The user attempts to record on a write protected cassette tape. (The rear slide is pushed to “SAVE”.)

A. DUB INHIBIT (REC TAB)

A. DUB INHIBIT (48K)

The user attempts to perform audio dubbing on a write protected cassette tape. (The rear slide is pushed to “SAVE”.)

This message is displayed when audio dubbing is attempted under the following conditions:

• The AUDIO MODE item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu is set to 48K.

• The tape is recorded with a sample frequency of 48kHz.

A. DUB INHIBIT

The user attempts to perform audio dubbing on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

(LP)

A. DUB INHIBIT

The user attempts to perform audio dubbing on a blank tape.

(BLANK)

A. DUB INHIBIT (DV)

A. DUB INHIBIT (NTSC/PAL)

A. DUB INHIBIT

The user attempts to perform audio dubbing during DV signal input. (The INPUT switch is set to “DV”)

This message is displayed when the signal system is changed during audio dubbing (NTSC or PAL).

The user attempts to perform audio dubbing on a DVCAM format tape.

(DVCAM)

䡵 Warning display : When anomalies occur in the VTR, warning messages with error codes

will be displayed.

32K CH–1/2 0

min

ARNING 7001

DRUM MOTOR FA I LURE

10 / 10 / 02 STANDBY 12 : 00 : 00 TCR 02:00:00:00

OFF

Warning display

For details, please refer to page 62, “Warning Display”.

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PREPARATION

– Provided wireless remote controller –

Loading the batteries

Before using the wireless remote controller, please load 2 batteries (AA) in.

Lift up the cover of the battery compartment.

Battery compartment cover

Load in 2 batteries (AA).

• Please insert the · pole

Memo

Guide on battery replacement.

When the operable distance of the remote controller is decreased, the batteries have become exhausted. Please replace them. Guide for replacement: Approx 3 months based on average usage of 1000 times a day.

When replacing the batteries

• Please use AA batteries.

• Please use 2 new batteries. (Do not mix new and old batteries.)

• Please load the batteries correctly according to the ª and · signs.

• Please read the precautions printed on the batteries.

in first.

Close the cover.

Precautions on the use of battery

• The provided batteries are for confirmation of operation.

• If the remote controller is not to be used for a long period of time, please remove the batteries from the compartment.

• If the remote controller does not work as expected, please remove the batteries and reload them after 5 minutes.

Note

If fluid leaks from the battery, please wipe the battery compartment thoroughly. If the fluid comes into contact with your body, please rinse the affected parts with water thoroughly.

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Using the wireless remote controller

POWER

Before using the wireless remote controller, please set the REMOTE switch to “WIRELESS”.

AG-DV2500

MIC

9PIN

REMOTE

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

INPUT

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

LINE

S-VIDEO

2 / 4

AUDIO

REC

REW

Sensor for the wireless remote controller

Caution on using the wireless remote controller

When more than 2 VTRs are being individually operated in the same place, please ensure that the front panel REMOTE switches of all VTRs except the one to be manipulated, are NOT set at “WIRELESS”.

䡵 Operable scope of the wireless remote controller

Sensor for the wireless remote controller

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

A.DUB

INPUT

REMOTE

LINE

OFF

S-VIDEO

9PIN

WIRELESS

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

PLAY

REC

REW

STOP

About 30˚

EJECT

PAUSE

SET

Not further than 6m

Maximum distance to the sensor of the unit : 6m Angle : within 30˚

EJECT

PLAY

PAUSE

SET

STOP

About 30˚

Notes

• The remote controller will hardly work if there are obstructive objects between the remote control sensor of the main unit and the remote controller.

• The remote controller will hardly work when sunlight or strong light shines directly on the remote control sensor of the main unit.

• Do not press the buttons on the main unit and the remote controller simultaneously for this may cause malfunction.

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PREPARATION – Power –

Connecting to the AC adapter

Connect the provided AC adapter to the main unit.

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING :

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

AVIS :

DV IN/OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

9PIN REMOTE

O U T

S -VIDEO

LINE

AUX

NTSC PAL

DC 12V

Screw Clamp

Provided AC adapter

Provided AC mains cable

DC IN terminal

POWER indicator

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

9PIN

REMOTE

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

POWER button

Memo

•Even in the POWER OFF mode, a small amount of electricity will still flow into the unit.

• When the unit is in the POWER OFF mode, no operation can be performed except that of the POWER buttons (on the main unit and the remote controller) and cassette loading/ ejecting.

Notes

• Please supply power to the unit via the provided AC adapter. Do not use other power sources.

LOW VOLTAGE

• During recording or playback, please do not unplug the DC or mains cable.

• When the supply voltage is low, the “LOW VOLTAGE” alarm message will be displayed. (☞ Page 62)

DC cord

Connect the DC cord of the AC adapter to the DC IN terminal of the main unit.

To prevent accidental disconnection of the DC cord, fasten the DC cord with a clamp.

1Remove 1 screw followed by the clamp. 2Insert the DC cord into the clamp and fasten

the clamp unto the main unit.

Connect the provided mains cable to the AC IN terminal of the AC adapter.

Connect the power plug to an AC 120 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz socket.

•Power is channeled into the unit and the POWER indicator lights up red. (POWER OFF mode)

• If the DC IN MODE item of the SYSTEM menu is set to “POWER ON” or “PLAY”, the POWER indicator will light up green. (POWER ON mode) If it is set to PLAY, the VTR will automatically start to play the loaded tape.

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Alarm message

Switching on the power

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

9PIN

REMOTE

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

PLA

REC

REW

STO

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PREPARATION

This unit supports both the NTSC and PAL signal system. Before inputting analog signals (composite or YC separate video signals), please select the signal system.

– Selecting the NTSC/PAL signal system –

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PREPARATION – Loading/ejecting cassettes –

Please use standard DV cassettes or mini DV cassettes.

Guide

POWER

A.DUB

AG-DV2500

MIC

INPUT

REMOTE

LINE

OFF

S-VIDEO

9PIN

WIRELESS

Standard DV cassettes

SAVE

Cassette indicator

A.DUB

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

REC

PAL

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

Slide

REC

REW

EJECT button

REC INH.

EJECT

PAUSE

REC

PLAY

SET

REW

STOP

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

A.DUB

INPUT

REMOTE

LINE

OFF

S-VIDEO

9PIN

WIRELESS

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

EJECT

PLAY

PAUSE

REC

SET

REW

STOP

Mini DV cassettes

Loading the cassette

Check the cassette.

• Set the rear slide. Push it to “REC” for recording or “SAVE” to prevent lighted contents from being erased accidentally.

• Check that the tape is not slackened.

EJECT

PLAY

PAUSE

SET

STOP

Check that the cassette indicator on the unit is unlit.

When a cassette is loaded, the cassette indicator will lit up.

Load the cassette.

•For the standard DV cassette, just align it with the cassette slot and insert.

•

For the mini DV cassette, load it in between the left and right guides. Set the tape, window face up, and push the cassette in slowly

until it is drawn in automatically.

While the cassette is being loaded, the cassette indicator blinks. The indicator lights up when cassette loading is complete.

Memo

• The cassette can be loaded/

ejected even when the unit is in the POWER OFF mode.

• The loading/ejection process

takes about 6 seconds.

• Ejection cannot be done with

the wireless remote controller.

Ejecting the cassette

Press the EJECT button on the unit.

Ejection begins. During ejection, the cassette indicator blinks.

Eject the cassette.

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PREPARATION

– Setting/displaying date and time –

This function sets up the date and time data of the built-in clock. With the built-in chargeable battery, the configured date and time data is maintained even after the main power is turned off. The data will be displayed on the monitor according to the menu setting. During tape recording, the time and date data is registered.

button

EJECT

EJECT button

PAUSE

PLAY

SET

STOP

PAUSE/FF button

MENU button

DISPLAY

BARS

MODE

MENU SEARCH+

SEARCH–

POWER

VCR

STILL

BLANK

AUDIO MUTING

OUT SEL.

SET

OUT LEV.

button

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

REC

REW

SET

button

Top MENU

–––MENU–––

SYSTEM. . REMOTE . . AUD IO / V I DEO . . TIME CODE. . DISPLAY SET. . CLOCK ADJUST . . FACTORY SETTING CANCEL DRUM HOUR ME TER 000000H EX I T

CLOCK ADJUST menu

–––CLOCK ADJUST–––

DATE ( M /D /Y ) 1 0/10/02 TIME 00:00 PAGE BACK

PLAY/STOP button

Setting the date and time

The date and time data is set up via the CLOCK ADJUST menu. Setting can be performed while viewing the monitor screen connected to the VIDEO LINE OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal.

• The date and time can be set up using either the remote controller or the unit.

䡵 Press the POWER button on the unit or the remote con-

troller to turn on the power and enter the STOP mode.

* When setting it using the main unit, eject the loaded cassette, if

any.

Displaying the top MENU.

Remote controller

Press the MENU button.

Displaying the CLOCK ADJUST menu.

Remote controller

Press the 䊱 or 䊲 button

and bring the cursor to the CLOCK ADJUST item.

Press the SET or 䊳 button.

Main unit

Press the EJECT and STOP buttons simultaneously while no cassette is loaded.

Main unit

Press the PLAY or STOP

button and bring the cursor to the CLOCK ADJUST item.

Press the PAUSE or FF

button.

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button

PLAY button

VCR

MENU button

button

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

MODE

MENU SEARCH+

SEARCH–

BLANK

SET

button

Date (M/D/Y)

–––CLOCK ADJUST–––

DATE ( M /D / Y )10/10/02 TIME 00:00 PAGE BACK

Time

–––CLOCK ADJUST–––

DATE ( M /D / Y )10/10/02 TIME 12:00 PAGE BACK

POWER

AUDIO

MUTING

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

EJECT

SET button

button

REC

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

PLAY

REW

STOP

REW button

Set the date or time on the CLOCK ADJUST menu.

Remote controller

Press the 䊱 or 䊲 button

and bring the cursor to the date or time setting. Then press the 䊳 or SET button.

Press the 䊳 or 䊴 button

and select the data segment to set up.

• The selected data segment blinks.

Press the 䊱 or 䊲 to set the

value. Repeat step 1 – 3. After

completing the necessary settings, press the SET button.

Main unit

Press the PLAY or STOP

button and bring the cursor to the DATE or TIME setting. Then press the FF or PAUSE button.

Press the FF or REW but-

ton and select the data segment to be set up.

• The selected value blinks. Press the PLAY or STOP

button to set the value. Repeat step 1 – 3. After

completing the necessary settings, press the PAUSE button.

EJECT button

PAUSE

PAUSE button

SET

FF button

STOP button

Memo

The ‘seconds’ segment cannot be set up. After the ‘minute’ segment is set up, please press the SET button (remote controller) or the PAUSE button (main unit) in synchronization with a time signal (clock).

–––CLOCK ADJUST–––

DATE ( M /D / Y )10/10/02 TIME 12:00 PAGE BACK

To return to the top MENU after completing all settings, do the following:

Remote controller

• Press the 䊴 button.

• Press the 䊱 or 䊲 button to bring the cursor to PAGE BACK and then press the SET button.

To return to the usual menu, do the following:

Remote controller

• Press the MENU button.

•Bring the cursor to the EXIT item of the top MENU and press the SET button.

Main unit

• Press the REW button.

• Press the PLAY or STOP button to bring the cursor to PA GE BACK and then press the PAUSE button.

Main unit

• Press the EJECT button.

•Bring the cursor to the EXIT item of the top MENU and press the PAUSE button.

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PREPARATION

– Setting/displaying date and time – (continued)

Selecting date/time display

The date and time information is displayed on the monitor screen connected to the VIDEO LINE OUT or the S-VIDEO terminal. To set whether to display the date and time information and the display style, use the DISPLAY menu screen. (For details on setup method:

Top MENU

–––MENU–––

SYSTEM. . REMOTE . . AUD IO / V I DEO . . TIME CODE. . DISPLAY SET. . CLOCK ADJUST . . FACTORY SETTING CANCEL DRUM HOUR ME TER 00000H EX I T

DISPLAY menu

–––DISPLAY–––

DISPLAY ON COUNT ER POS I . L O TIME CODE ON VTR MODE ON TAPE REMA IN OFF TIME/DATE OFF AUD IO I NFO . OFF DATE STYLE M /D / Y TIME STYLE 24HOUR BARS OFF PAGE BACK

ER -R

Page 52)

☞

Setting

Select DISPLAY SET item from the top MENU and display the DISPLAY menu.

Set the TIME/DATE setting on the DISPLAY menu.

䡵 TIME DATE

OFF : Does not display date or time. TIME : Displays time only. DATE : Displays date only. DATE + TM : Displays both the time and date.

Set the DATE STYLE and TIME STYLE items of the DISPLAY menu.

䡵 DATE STYLE... Set the order of the date display.

Y/M/D: Year / month / day M/D/Y: Month / day / year D/M/Y: Day / month / year

䡵 TIME STYLE...Select the style of time display.

24H: 24-hour time mode 12H: 12-hour time mode

DISPLAY button

POWER

VCR

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

MENU SEARCH+

On screen display

32K CH–1/2

10 /10 / 02 STANDBY–OFF 12 :00 : 00 TCR 02:00:00:00

Date/time display

BLANK

MODE

AUDIO

MUTING

0min

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Enabling on-screen display:

Remote controller

• Press the DISPLAY button.

Main unit

• Set the DISPLAY item of the DISPLAY menu to ON or AUTO.

Memo

• RECORDING or STOP mode : Data in the built-in clock is displayed.

• During Playback : The date/time recorded on the tape is

• During DV signal recording : The date/time data from the DV termi-

displayed.

nal is displayed.

RECORDING – Connection and setting –

This chapter explains the connection, setting and operation methods required to use this unit as a recorder. This unit cannot be used as an editing system recorder.

Connection

䡵 When connected to a video device equipped with a DV terminal

Images can be recorded with almost no deterioration of image quality.

Player DV terminal

Another VTR

Separately available DV cable

Flow of

DV terminal

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING :

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

AVIS :

DV IN/OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

LINE

S -VIDEO

9PIN REMOTE

O U T

Recorder

DC 12V

NTSC PAL

AUX

Monitor

signal

Memo

• When signals are input from the DV terminal, the sound recording mode of the recorder is the same as that of the player.

• The Date and time data from the DV terminal will be recorded.

•To record the time code data from the DV terminal, set the DV TC DUP. item of the TIME CODE menu to ON. (☞ Page 58)

䡵 This unit is connected to a video device with no DV terminal (analog input) :

S-VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT VIDEO LINE IN

Player Another VTR

Y/C(S) video cable

Video cable

Audio cable

AUDIO OUT

Flow of signal

AUDIO

WARNING : AVIS :

DV IN/OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

S-VIDEO IN

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

S -VIDEO

LINE

Recorder

9PIN REMOTE

O U T

DC 12V

NTSC PAL

AUX

Monitor

Memo

• When search pictures or low-quality video signals are input, video and sound output may be temporarily distorted. Please input stable signals via a TBC, etc.

• For analog input, use either Y/C(S) video cable or video cable. Set the front [INPUT] input video signal selection switch according to the chosen cable.

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RECORDING – Connection and setting –

Setting

NTSC indicator PAL indicator

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

REMOTE

9PIN

A.DUB

INPUT

LINE

OFF

S-VIDEO

WIRELESS

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

INPUT switch

Memo

• For DV signal input, the sig-

nal system (NTSC/PAL) is identified automatically.

• For DV signal input, the AU-

DIO MODE item cannot be set. It will be the same mode as that of the input signal. (48K/44.1K/32K)

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

EJECT

REC INH.

PAL

REC

REW

PAUSE

PLAY

SET

STOP

G :

SQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

N/OUT

DIO VIDEO

CH 2/4

䡵 Setting the signal system (NTSC/PAL)

The signal system for analog input is set with the NTSC/PAL switch located at the rear panel. Either the NTSC or the PAL indicator on the front lights up, depending on the setting.

* Before setting the NTSC/PAL switch, please set the unit to the

POWER OFF mode.

䡵 Selecting the video input signal

Please use the INPUT switch on the front panel.

S -VIDEO

LINE

Rear panel

I N

9PIN REMOTE

O U T

DC 12V

NTSC PAL

AUX

NTSC/PAL switch

S-VIDEO : Input Y/C separate video signals. LINE : Input composite video signals. DV : Input DV signals.

AUDIO/VIDEO menu

–––AUDIO VIDEO–––

AUD IO MODE 4 8K AOUT AT SEARCH ON AUD IO OUT SE L CH - 1 / 2 AUD IO OU T LEV NORM SET UP ( NTSC) OFF PAGE BACK

䡵 Setting the AUDIO/VIDEO menu (☞ Page 57)

• AUDIO MODE Use this menu item to set the audio sampling frequency for recording.

32K : Perform recording with an audio sampling frequency of 32kHz.

Use this setting when performing audio dubbing on CH3 and CH4.

48K : Perform recording with an audio sampling frequency of 48kHz.

Audio dubbing is not available.

• SET UP (NTSC only) During recording : Selects whether to use setup on the input com

posite and Y/C separate signals.

SYSTEM menu

–––SYSTEM–––

ST I LL MODE F I ELD SER IES REC T I ME OF F ST I LL T I MER 5MI N PAUSE PROTECT F . ADV

RITE ON

INDEX DC I N MODE PO PAGE BACK

ER OFF

During playback : Selects whether to apply setup to the compos-

ite and Y/C signals.

* A high level of knowledge pertaining to video signals is necessary

to set this menu. Generally, SETUP OFF is used.(☞page 57)

䡵 Setting the SYSTEM menu (☞ Page 55)

• INDEX WRITE This setting turns on/off automatic recording of index signals when

recording begins.

䡵 Setting the time code recording during DV signal input

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Set the DV TC DUP. item of the TIME CODE menu to determine

whether to use the time code from the built in time code generator or the data from the DV terminal. (☞ Page 58)

RECORDING – Setting time codes –

Time code recording

This unit has a built-in time code reader/ generator. During recording, time codes are recorded. During recording of data from the built-in time code generator , the user-bits are not recorded. According to the recording conditions, time codes are recorded as follows: Time codes are recorded in the REC RUN mode. (REC RUN: time codes advance only during recording.)

Condition Time code recording

Time code is preset with this unit.

• Time codes preset in the built-in time code generator are recorded. (First time only)

• When recording ends, the set time codes becomes void and regeneration occurs.

Memo

The framing mode is selected from the NDF/DF item of the TIME CODE menu. (NTSC only)

Time code is not preset.

• It reads the time codes recorded on the tape and continues recording time codes from these values. (Regeneration)

• If no time code is recorded, it starts from “00”. * Sometimes, the time codes recorded at the beginning of the

tape may not be read.

Preset time codes

button

DISPLAY

STILL

BLANK

BARS

MENU button

button

MODE

MENU SEARCH+

SET

SEARCH–

button

Memo

When the REC button is held down in the STOP mode, the value of the built-in time code generator is displayed.

AUDIO MUTING

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

SET button

button

S-VIDEO

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

REW button

Time codes are preset via the TIME CODE menu. It can be set via either the remote controller or the Main unit.

䡵 Press the POWER button on the Main unit or the re-

POWER

VCR

mote controller to turn on the power and set the unit to the STOP mode.

*To set it with the main unit, first remove the cassette from the

unit if it is loaded.

PLAY button

REC

REW

EJECT

PLAY

STOP

STOP button

PAUSE

SET

EJECT button

PAUSE button

FF button

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RECORDING – Setting time codes –

Top MENU

–––MENU–––

SYSTEM. . REMOTE . . AUD IO / V I DEO . . TIME CODE. . DISPLAY SET. . CLOCK ADJUST . . FACTORY SETTING CANCEL DRUM HOUR ME TER 000000H EX I T

TIME CODE menu

Time Code

–––TIME CODE–––

TC 0 0:00:00:00 CLEAR CANCE L

NDF /D F ( NTS C ) DROP DV TC DUP . OF F TC OUT OFFSET OFF PAGE BACK

Minute Frame

Hour Second

Framing mode (NTSC only)

䡵 Resetting the time code

to zero:

Select the CLEAR menu

item.

Set the value to EXECUTE

and press the SET button (remote controller) or the PAUSE button (Main unit).

Memo

Framing mode (NTSC only)

DROP

:Time codes that match

the actual time.

NON DROP

Use this setting if the number of frames is important.

Display the top MENU.

Remote controller

Press the MENU button.

Display the TIME CODE menu.

Remote controller

Select the TIME CODE item with the 䊱/䊲 button and press the SET or 䊳 button.

Preset the time code (hour, minute, second and frame).

Remote controller

Select the TC item with the

䊱/䊲

button and press the

SET or 䊳 button. ¥ The hour digits blink. Press the 䊳/䊴 button to

shift to the next digit segment.

Press the 䊱/䊲 button to

change the value of the blinking digits.

Repeat steps 2 and

above and set all the values. Press the SET button.

Set the framing mode (NON DROP / DROP) ... (NTSC only)

Remote controller

Select the NDF/DF item

with the 䊱/䊲 button and press the SET or 䊳 button.

Press the 䊱/䊲 button to

select the value. Press the SET button to

confirm the setting value.

Return to the usual screen.

Remote controller

Press the MENU button.

Main unit

Press the EJECT and STOP buttons simultaneously while no cassette is loaded.

Main unit

Select the TIME CODE item with the PLAY/STOP button and press the PAUSE or FF button.

Main unit

Select the TIME CODE item

with the PLAY/STOP button and press the PAUSE or FF button.

Press the FF or REW but-

ton to shift to the next digit segment.

Press the PLAY/STOP but-

ton to change the value of the blinking digits.

Repeat 2 and 3 steps

above and set all the values. Press the PAUSE button.

Main unit

Select the NDF/DF item with

the PLAY/STOP button and press the SET or FF button.

Press the PLAY/STOP but-

ton to select the value. Press the PAUSE button to

confirm the setting.

Main unit

Press the EJECT button.

Recording time codes of a DV input terminal:

• Set the DV TC DUP. item of the TIME CODE menu to ON.

• When the DV TC DUP. item is set to ON, the time code and user-bits form the DV terminal are recorded.

Memo

If the REC button is held down in the STOP mode when the DV TC DUP. item is set to ON, the EE signals of the time codes from the DV input terminal can be checked.

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RECORDING – Recording method –

Remote controller

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

VEQ3533

REC button

REC

F.AD V

INDEX

PAUSE button

PLAY button

STOP button

A.DUB

F.REV

REW FF

INDEX –

Memo

• If recording has been paused for an extended period of time, the unit will automatically go into the STOP mode to protect the tape.

• This unit cannot perform editing functions.

Main unit

PLAY

REC

button

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

REMOTE

9PIN

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

INPUT

LINE

2 / 4

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

REC

REW

EJECT

PLAY

PAUSE

SET

STOP

STOP button

Load the cassette.

• Before loading the cassette, please check that the rear slide of the cassette is pushed to REC.

¥ The Main unit is powered on.

Start recording.

• Hold down the REC button and press the PLAY button.

Pause recording.

• Press the PAUSE button.

Resume recording.

• Press the PAUSE button or press the PLAY button while holding

down the REC button.

Stop recording.

• Press the STOP button.

Recording index signals

PAUSE button

When the INDEX WRITE item of the SYSTEM menu is set as ON, an index signal is recorded at the starting position of recording. In the PLAYBACK mode, the position where the index signal is recorded can be detected. (Index search)

䡵 During recording, please press the REC button to record

the index signal.

* Please allow at least an interval of 1 minute between recording of

index signals. Recording of index signals after tape recording is not possible.

Memo

Audio recording level PCM audio recording level of DV-format VTRs can be divided into 2 main groups:

1) The group that uses full scale -20dB as the standard level, to which this unit belongs.

2) The group that uses full scale -12dB as the standard level. When a tape recorded with this unit is played on a VTR based on full scale -12dB, the volume is decreased by about 8dB. This is not a malfunction.

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RECORDING – Series recording function –

By linking this unit to other DV devices, this unit can perform continuous, long-hour recording. This unit can be set as a backup unit connected to a DV camcorder. When the recording tape of the source unit ends, this unit can start recording. This enables long-hour recording.

Backup unit: the main unit

DV Camcorder

DV cable

DV terminal DV terminal

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

A.DUB

INPUT

REMOTE

LINE

OFF

9PIN

WIRELESS

INPUT switch

S-VIDEO

EJECT

PAUSE

REC

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

PLAY

SET

REW

STOP

Connection

Connect the DV terminal of the source unit to the DV terminal of this unit with a DV cable.

Setting up this unit

䡵 Set the INPUT switch on the front panel

to “DV”.

䡵 Set the SERIES REC TIME item of the

SYSTEM menu.

Use the following settings according to the length of the tape of the source unit.

* For DV or mini DV cassettes: 25MIN : 30-minute tape

55MIN : 60-minute tape 75MIN : 80-minute tape 115MIN : 120-minute tape 175MIN : 180-minute tape 265MIN : 270-minute tape OFF : No series recording

䡵 Set the DV TC DUP. item of the TIME

CODE menu to “OFF”.

• It records the data of the built-in time code generator or the built-in clock.

• If the time code of the DV camcorder stops advancing with the DV TC DUP. menu item set to “ON”, the time code of this unit, while performing series recording, also stops advancing.

Operation

Recording begins on the source unit.

* Please record from the beginning of the re-

cording tape.

* After inserting the tape, wait 10 seconds be-

fore starting to record.

This unit begins recording when the tape of the source unit is near the end (about 5 minutes before the end of the tape).

• This unit begins recording when the recording time of the source unit reaches the time configured by the SERIES REC TIME setting.

Memo

• Series recording records the video and sound from the source unit to the main unit. While this unit is performing series recording, please continue shooting from the source unit.

• The audio mode is the mode configured in the source unit. (32K/48K)

• Please set the SERIES REC TIME item to “OFF” if the unit is not performing series recording.

• Certain DV camcorders do not support DV format’s Absolute Track Number. In this case, the series recording function does not work.

• For AG-DVX100, depending on the menu setting, series recording is possible even if the SERIES REC TIME item of this unit is set to OFF.

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RECORDING – Audio dubbing –

For tapes recorded in the 32kHz audio mode, audio dubbing can be performed on the CH3 and CH4 channel after the recording. (After-recording)

Notes

• For tapes recorded in the 48kHz audio mode, audio dubbing cannot be performed.

• Audio dubbing cannot be performed for DV input signals.

A.DUB

button

PLAY

button

STOP button

PAUSE button

PAUSE

A.DUB

F.REV

PLAY

REW FF

STOP

INDEX –

VEQ3533

A.DUB button

REC

F.AD V

INDEX

POWER

AG-DV2500

REMOTE

MIC

9PIN

MIC terminal

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

INPUT

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

LINE

2 / 4

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

PLAY button

PLAY

REC

REW

STOP

STOP buttonINPUT switch

EJECT

PAUSE

SET

button

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RECORDING – Audio dubbing –

Connection

Audio dubbing sounds are input from the AUDIO IN terminal on the rear panel or the MIC terminal on the front panel. MIC terminal prevail over the AUDIO IN terminal.

Setting

• Set the AUDIO item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu to “32K”.

• Do not set the INPUT switch on the front panel to “DV”.

Operation

Press the PLAY button to play the tape.

At the position where you want to audio dub, press the PAUSE button.

¥ The unit goes into the STILL mode.

Hold down the A.DUB button and press the PAUSE button.

¥ The unit goes into the audio dubbing pause

mode.

Press the PAUSE button.

¥ Audio dubbing begins. Audio signals are

recorded on the CH3 and CH4 channel.

䡵 To stop audio dubbing temporarily, press

the PAUSE button.

To end audio dubbing, press the STOP button.

Memo

• During audio dubbing, if the tape comes to a part recorded in a non dubbing-feasible mode (such as LP mode or 48kHz audio mode), the VTR will enter the STOP mode. When this happens, highvolume noise from the DV output will occur. Hence, before audio-dubbing, please check the recording mode of the tape.

• In the case that a microphone is connected to the MIC terminal, sound output from this terminal will be recorded. In the absence of MIC input, signals from the CH1/3, CH2/4 AUDIO IN terminal on the rear panel will be recorded.

• When audio dubbing cannot be performed, an alarm message will be displayed on the monitor. ( ☞ Page 23)

• Audio dubbing PAUSE cannot be executed directly in the STOP mode. Please execute it in the STILL mode.

During audio dubbing pause, sound from the CH3/CH4 channel is output via the monitor but sound output from the DV terminal is not possible.

• If audio dubbing is repeated on a short section of the tape, noise may occur for an instant when the section is played.

• During audio dubbing, noise may be produced on the playback video or playback sound but the recording is normal.

• The playback sound of CH1/2 cannot be recorded on CH3/4 (sound on sound).

• During backspace operation of audio dubbing, audio dubbing cannot be performed on unrecorded parts.

• When audio dubbing is performed on tapes recorded on other devices, it may not record correctly. Please record with this unit before performing audio dubbing.

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PLAYBACK – Connection/setting –

This section explains the required connection, setting and operation method for using this unit as a player.

Connection

䡵 Using this unit as a standalone device

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING :

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

AVIS :

DV IN/OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

AUDIO OUT

I N

9PIN REMOTE

O U T

S -VIDEO

LINE

S-VIDEO OUT

VIDEO LINE OUT

DC 12V

NTSC PAL

AUX

Y/C (S) video cable

Video cable

Audio cable

䡵 Connecting this unit to a video device with a DV terminal

It can record with almost no loss in image or sound quality.

Monitor

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PLAYBACK – Connection/setting –

Setting

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

9PIN

REMOTE

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

INPUT

LINE

S-VIDEO

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

REMOTE switch

SYSTEM menu

–––SYSTEM–––

ST I LL MODE F I ELD SER IES REC T I ME OF F ST I LL T I MER 5MI N PAUSE PROTECT F . ADV

RITE ON

INDEX DC I N MODE PO PAGE BACK

ER OFF

AUDIO/VIDEO menu

AUD IO V I DEO

AUD IO MODE 4 8K AOUT AT SEARCH ON AUD IO OUT SE L CH - 1 / 2 AUD IO OUT LEV NORM SET UP ( NTSC) OFF PAGE BACK

Memo

AUDIO OUT SEL or AUDIO OUT LEVEL items can also be set via the AUDIO OUT SEL or AUDIO OUT LEV button on the wireless remote controller.

AUDIO

䡵 REMOTE switch on the front panel

To use the wireless remote controller, set the switch to “WIRELESS”.

RECPAL

NTSC

Memo

To control the unit with the 9 PIN REMOTE terminal, set the switch to “9PIN”.

䡵 SYSTEM menu

• STILL MODE Use this to select the image type for still image playback or frame advance playback.

(Field image, 1st field image, 2nd field image and frame image) Note: Still images can also be selected with the STILL MODE

button of the wireless remote controller.

• STILL TIMER Use this menu item to set the time interval, after the lapse of which, the unit will go into the tape protection mode. (5, 3, 2 or 1 minute, 30 seconds)

• PAUSE PROTECT MODE Use this mode to select the operation state when tape protection mode is engaged after an extended period of being in the STILL mode. (F.ADV or STBY-OFF)

䡵 AUDIO/VIDEO menu

• A. OUT AT SEARCH Use this menu item to turn ON/OFF audio output during variable speed playback.

• AUDIO OUT SEL Use this menu item to select the output audio channel when playing tapes recorded in the 32kHz mode. (CH1/2, CH3/4, MIX)

• AUDIO OUT LEVEL Use this menu item to select the standard level for audio output. (NORMAL.ATT)

To reduce the AUDIO output level, set to ATT.

• SETUP (NTSC only) Use this setting to determine whether to apply the setups to the composite video or Y/C separate video output signals.

Memo

Audio recording level PCM audio recording level of DV-format VTRs can be divided into 2 main groups:

1) The group that uses full scale -20dB as the standard level, to which this unit belongs.

2) The group that uses full scale -12dB as the standard level. When a tape recorded with a VTR based on full scale -12dB is played on this unit, the volume is increased by about 8dB. In this case, set the AUDIO OUT LEVEL menu item to ATT.

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PLAYBACK – Basic playback method –

Field image 1st Field image 2nd Field image Frame image

PAUSE button

PLAY button

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

VEQ3533

REC

F.ADV

INDEX

REW button

A.DUB

F.REV

REW FF

INDEX –

STOP button

Note

Tapes recorded in the LP mode cannot be played back. The monitor will display the alarm message: "LP TAPE!"

Memo

When output of still image continues for a prolonged period, the unit will automatically go into the tape protection mode. The lapse time can be selected from the STILL TIMER item of the SYSTEM menu.

STILL MODE button

REC

REW

REW button

PLAY button

EJECT

PLAY

PAUSE

SET

STOP

STOP button

PAUSE button

FF button

DVCAM indicator

POWER

REMOTE

9PIN

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

INPUT

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

LINE

2 / 4

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

FF button

AG-DV2500

MIC

Load a recorded tape.

¥ The unit is powered on.

Start playback.

Press the PLAY button. ¥ Start playback. If the tape is recorded in the DVCAM format,

the DVCAM indicator will light up.

Pause

Press the PAUSE button. ¥ A still image is output.

䡵 To change the still image type

Remote controller

Press the STILL MODE button. The still image changes as follows each time the button is pressed.

POWER

VCR

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

MODE

MENU SEARCH+

SET

SEARCH–

BLANK

AUDIO

MUTING

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

Resume playback.

Press the PAUSE button.

Stop playback.

Press the STOP button.

Fast forward/rewind

䡵 When the unit is in the STOP mode, pressing the FF

button will fast-forward the tape.

䡵 When the unit is in the STOP mode, pressing the REW

button will rewind the tape.

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PLAYBACK – Special playback function –

Frame advance (reverse) playback

Use the remote controller.

Setting

POWER

VCR

F.REV button

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

BLANK

MODE

AUDIO

SET

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

VEQ3533

MUTING

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

REC

F.A DV

INDEX

MENU SEARCH+

SEARCH–

A.DUB

F.REV

REW FF

INDEX –

F.ADV button

䡵 The STILL MODE item of the SYSTEM menu

Select the amount of frame advance playback and still image.

FIELD : Image is advanced field by field. (1st /2nd alternate) 1st FIELD : Image is advanced frame by frame and the 1st field

image is displayed.

2nd FIELD : Image is advanced frame by frame, and 2nd field im-

age is displayed.

FRAME : Image is advanced frame by frame, and frame image

is displayed.

Operation

Set the unit to the STILL mode.

Frame advance in the forward direction.

Press the F. ADV button. When the F. ADV button is held down, the image will advance

continuously in the forward direction.

䡵 Frame reverse in the reverse direction.

Press the F. REV button. When the F. REV button is held down, the image will reverse con-

tinuously in the reverse direction.

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Variable speed playback

Use the remote controller.

Set the unit to the search mode.

The main unit button can also be used to set the unit to the search mode.

Set the unit to the PLAYBACK or the STILL mode.

Press the FF button to execute fast-forward playback. Press the REW button to execute reverse playback.

Changing the speed of fast-forward playback or reverse playback:

䡵 During normal playback or forward search:

If the SEARCH + (䊱) buttons are pressed, the playback speed increases.

If the SEARCH – (䊲) buttons are pressed, the playback speed decreases.

䡵 During reverse playback or reverse search:

If the SEARCH + (䊱) buttons are pressed, the playback speed decreases. If the SEARCH – (䊲) buttons are pressed, the playback speed increases. The variable playback speed changes as follows in the forward and reverse direction.

0¥0.1¥0.2¥0.33¥0.5¥1¥2¥5¥Maximum speed * Maximum speed: 9X for NTSC, 10X for PAL, 7X for DV CAM(NTSC/

PAL)

(Still) * 0.1 X speed indicates step slow playback (continuous frame advance).

䡵 During the STILL mode:

If the SEARCH + (䊱) buttons are pressed, the tape will play in the forward direction.

If the SEARCH – (䊲) buttons are pressed, the tape will play in the reverse direction.

Changing the direction of playback

䡵 To change from normal or fast-forward playback to re-

verse playback:

• Press the p ( 䊴 ) button. If this button is pressed during playback, reverse playback will be

engaged.

䡵 To change from reverse or rewind playback to forward

playback:

• Press the P ( 䊳 ) button. If this button is pressed during reverse playback, normal playback

will be engaged. If this button is pressed during rewind playback, fast-forward play-

back will be engaged.

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PLAYBACK – Locate function –

REC

Index search

This function locates and advances/rewinds to the position where the index signal is recorded. Use the remote controller.

A.DUB

PAUSE

F.REV

REW FF

INDEX –

INDEX – button

PLAY

STOP

VEQ3533

F.ADV

INDEX + button

Monitor screen

INDEX

䡵 To locate an index in the forward direction vis-a-vis the

current tape position:

• Press the INDEX + button. The index position to be located can be specified by the number

of times this button is pressed. (Max: 99)

䡵 To locate an index in the reverse direction vis-a-vis the

current tape position:

• Press the INDEX - button. The index position to be located can be specified by the number

of times this button is pressed. (Max: 99)

䡵 When the INDEX + or INDEX - button is pressed, the unit

will fast-forward or rewind to the specified indexed position and start playing.

INDEX+1

During index search, this message is displayed on the monitor

(the number represents the position of the index).

Memo

• If the interval between index signals is less than 1 minute, the function

may not work well.

• The specifications for index signal recording varies with the device used.

Blank search

This function locates the unrecorded parts of the tape. Use the remote controller.

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PLAYBACK – Selecting playback audio output –

The output mode for audio playback can be selected with the remote controller.

䡵 To turn the audio muting function ON/

OFF or to mute the EE audio, press the AUDIO MUTING button.

To resume the audio output, press the button again.

䡵 Selecting the audio output channel for

playback of tapes recorded in the 32kHz mode.

Each time the OUT SEL. button is pressed, the channel changes in the following sequence:

CH1/CH2 CH3/CH4 MIX

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

MODE

MENU SEARCH+

SET

SEARCH–

A.DUB

PAUSE

F.REV

POWER

VCR

BLANK

AUDIO

MUTING

AUDIO MUTING

F.ADV

button

OUT SEL. button

OUT LEV. button

REC

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

PLAY

REW FF

STOP

INDEX –

VEQ3533

INDEX

Memo

• The output channel for playback audio of tapes recorded in the 32kHz mode can also be set via the AUDIO OUT SEL item of the AUDIO/VIDEO menu of the main unit.

• The audio output level can be set via the AUDIO OUT LEVEL item of the AUDIO/ VIDEO menu.

(☞ Page 57 “AUDIO/VIDEO menu”)

• CH3/CH4 : CH3 audio is output via the CH1/3 AUDIO OUT terminal whereas CH4 audio is output via the CH2/4 AUDIO OUT terminal.

• MIX : Sounds mixed from CH1 and CH3 are output via the CH1/3 AUDIO OUT terminal whereas Sounds mixed from CH2 and CH4 are output via the CH2/4 AUDIO OUT terminal.

Note

Depending on the sound source, noise may occur in the MIX mode. In this case, please use CH1/CH2 or CH3/CH4.

䡵 Select the output level for audio play-

back

Each time the OUT LEV. button is pressed, the standard level for the output audio level changes. (NORMAL or ATT)

• When the output level is set at ATT, the audio

output level is decreased by 8dB.

•To play back tapes recorded on this unit, set

the output level to NORMAL.

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EDIT – Using the unit in an editing system –

This unit can be used as a feeder (player) for an editing system that uses a RS-422A-compatible editing remote controller (AG-A850).

 Applicable model

Editing remote controller

Recorder :DVC PRO.......... AJ-D455

:AG-A850

Player (AG-DV2500P)

Audio

Video

S-VIDEO OUT

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING :

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

AVIS :

DV IN/OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

VIDEO

LINE OUT

LINE

S -VIDEO

I N

O U T

9PIN REMOTE

9PIN

DC 12V

NTSC PAL

AUX

Remote controller

Memo

If editing precision is critical, please input the composite signals of the VIDEO LINE OUT of AG-DV2500P as standard synchronization signals into the editing remote controller. Use the S-VIDEO OUT terminal for video signals.

Recorder (AJ-D455)

S-VIDEO IN

ANALOGTIME CODE

VIDEO

~AC IN

SIGNAL

GND

REF IN

OUT

OFF

AES/EBU

REF VIDEO

OFF

VIDEO

OUT

(SUPER)

THROUGH OUT

OUT

S1-VIDEO IN

S1-VIDEO OUT

REMOTE

ENCODER REMOTE

RS-232C

CH1

9PIN

ANALOGREMOTE

AUDIO

OUT

OPTION 1

IN OUT

DIGITAL

CH2

SERIAL IN SERIAL OUT

OPTION 2

DIGITAL

DVCPRO/DV

AUDIO MONITOR

(VJH1193)

AG-A850

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REMOTE menu

–––REMOTE–––

LOCAL FUNCTION STP+EJT PREROLL 7SEC

FF/RE

RE REM STOP SEL EE PLAY DELAY OF SYNCHRONIZATION ON CONTROLLER SEL TYPE3 PAGE BACK

WMODE FF/REW

• REM STOP SEL: Use this menu item to set the operation mode upon reception of a

standby-on signal.

EE : EE mode (STOP mode) PB : PLAYBACK mode (STILL mode)

• PLAY DELAY: Use this menu item to set the edit timing. If delay occurs at the

start of editing, correct this time discrepancy by adjusting the timing for starting playback.

0F : No compensation. Usually, this option is selected. 1F to 15F : Delay by the number of frames set by the user. In the

Memo

• LOCAL FUNCTION: For controlling with the

REMOTE terminal, use this menu item to select the buttons on the unit to be rendered operable.

• REM FF/REM MODE: Use this menu item to

select the action to be executed when an FF or REW command is received during playback. (FF/REW or search)

• SYNCHRONIZATION Use this menu item to turn on/off the synchronize function (BUMP)

to enhance editing precision.

OFF : No adjustments to synchronize. ON : Execute adjustments to synchronize. The editing operation

• CONTROLLER SEL Use this menu item to set the type of controller connected. (☞ Page 56) For AG-A850, set this to TYPE 3.

case that the unit is connected to an editing remote controller with no BUMP function, use this setting to adjust editing precision.

may take more time.

Notes

• Please do not use this unit as a recorder.

• It does not support AB roll editing.

• It does not support the following editing tasks: Variablle search

Slow motion edit CTL edit

• When performing jog operation using the editing remote controller, do it slowly. Otherwise, the VTR may not be able to keep up.

•For certain controllers, the LEARN function will not work normally: Enabling the LEARN function: Insert the tape with time code recorded till 23:59:00:00-00:01:00:00 into the AG-DV2500P before

activating the LEARN function.

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EDIT –

Using the unit in an editing system

–

(continued)

Using the unit in a non-linear system

This is a system that captures the content of the source tape on a non-linear editing system and records the non-linear edited contents onto the main unit.

Connection

Connecting using DV 1394 terminal

DV Te r minal

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING :

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

AVIS :

DV IN/OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

I N

9PIN REMOTE

O U

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

S -VIDEO

LINE

DV1394 (Image.Sound.Control)

Setting this unit

 Set the INPUT switch of the front panel to “DV”.

DC 12V

NTSC PAL

AUX

Non Linear Editing System

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

9PIN

REMOTE

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

INPUT

LINE

2 / 4

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

REC

REW

EJECT

PLAY

PAUS E

SET

STOP

INPUT switch

* The REMOTE switch on the front panel can be set at any position.

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MENU SCREEN – Structure of the menu –

Hierarchical menus are displayed on the monitor.

Top MENU screen

SYSTEM. . REMOTE . . AUDIO /VIDEO..

TIME CODE . . DISPLAY SET . . CLOCK ADJUST . .

FACTORY SETTING CANCEL DRUM HOUR METER 000000H EXIT

Normal screen

32K CH–1/ 2 0

10/ 10/02 STANDBY-OFF

12: 00:00 TCR 02:00:00:00

min

SYSTEM menu screen

––– SYSTEM–––

STILL MODE F IELD SERI ES REC TIME OFF STILL T IMER 5M I N PAUSE PROTECT F. ADV

RITE ON

INDEX

DC IN MODE PO

PAGE BACK

ER OF F

REMOTE menu screen

LOCAL FUNCTI ON STP+EJT

PREROLL 7SEC RE REM STOP SE L EE

PLAY DELAY OF

SYNCHRONI ZAT ION ON CONTROLLER SEL TYPE3

PAGE BACK

REMOTE

FF/REWMODE FF / RE

AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen

AUDIO / V IDEO

AUDIO MODE 48 K

A.OUT AT SEARCH OFF

AUDIO OUT SEL CH-1/2

AUDIO OUT LEVNORM

SET UP( NTSC) OFF

PAGE BACK

TIME CODE menu screen

–––TIME CODE–––

TC 0 0 : 00:00:00 CLEAR CANCEL

NDF /DF(NTSC ) DROP DV TC DUP. OFF

TC OUT OFFSET OFF

PAGE BACK

DISPLAY menu

DISPLAY ON COUNTER POS I . LO

TIME CODE ON

VTR MODE ON

TAPE REMAIN OFF

TIME/DATE OFF

AUDIO I NFO. OFF DATE STYLE M/D /Y

TIME STYLE 24HOUR

BARS OFF

PAGE BACK

DISPLAY

screen

ER-R

CLOCK ADJUST menu screen

–––CLOCK ADJUST–––

DATE (M/ D / Y)10/10/02

TIME 00:00

PAGE BACK

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MENU SCREEN – Setting the menu –

The various functions of this unit can be set from the menu. The configured settings are saved in the unit's memory and are maintained even after the power is turned off.

PLAY button

EJECT

EJECT button

PLAY

STOP

STOP button

PAUSE

SET

PAUSE button

FF button

A.DUB

INPUT

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

LINE

2 / 4

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

REC

REW

The menu screen settings can be done while viewing the monitor connected to the VIDEO LINE OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal, using either the remote controller or the buttons on the main unit.

 Set the unit to the STOP mode.

To perform setting with the operation buttons on the main unit, first remove the cassette if one is loaded.

Display the top MENU.

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PLAY button

EJECT

EJECT button

PLAY

REC

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

2 / 4

AUDIO

REW

PAUSE

PAUSE button

SET

STOP

FF button

REW button

STOP button

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MENU SCREEN – Contents of the menus –

In the menu descriptions below, settings with  marks are factory settings.

Top MENU

Items Setting Contents

SYSTEM

Displays the menus related to the operation system of this unit. REMOTE AUDIO/VIDEO TIME CODE DISPLAY SET

CLOCK ADJUST

FAC TORY SETTING

DRUM HOUR METER

EXIT

 CANCEL

EXECUTE

Displays the menus related to the remote controller.

Displays the menus related to the audio and video.

Displays the menu for setting time codes.

Displays the menu related to the displays on the monitor connected

to the VIDEO LINE OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal.

Displays the menu for setting date/time.

For information on the setting method, please refer to page 30

“Setting date/time”.

Sets whether to return the values on the menu to those initially set

at manufacture:

CANCEL : Do not use the factory settings

EXECUTE : Use the factory settings

Displays the drum usage time.

*The cursor cannot be moved to this item.

Return to the usual screen.

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SYSTEM menu

 SYSTEM menu

Items Setting Contents

STILL MODE

SERIES REC TIME

STILL TIMER

PAUSE PROTECT

INDEX WRITE

DC IN MODE

PAGE BACK

 FIELD

1st 2nd FRAME

 OFF

25MIN 55MIN 75MIN 115MIN 175MIN 265MIN

30SEC 1MIN 2MIN 3MIN

 5MIN

 F. A D V

STBY-OFF

OFF

 ON



POWER OFF POWER ON PLAY

Use this item to select the still image type during the STILL mode or frame

advance playback:

FIELD : Displays field image. During frame advance playback, 1st and

1st : displays the 1st field image.

2nd : displays the 2nd field image.

FRAME : displays the frame image.

Memo

The image type for the STILL mode can also be selected with the STILL

MODE button on the wireless remote controller.

Set this item according to the recording time of the source tape during DV

signal input series recording:

OFF : No series recording.

25MIN : Use this setting if the recording time of the source tape is 30

55MIN : Use this setting if the recording time of the source tape is 60

75MIN : Use this setting if the recording time of the source tape is 80

115MIN : Use this setting if the recording time of the source tape is 120

175MIN : Use this setting if the recording time of the source tape is 180

265MIN : Use this setting if the recording time of the source tape is 270

(☞ Page 38 “Series recording function”)

Sets the interval after the lapse of which the tape protection mode will be

engaged during an extended STILL mode. The setting for the STILL mode

can be done via the PAUSE PROTECT menu item.

30SEC: 30 seconds

1MIN : 1 minute 3MIN : 3 minutes

2MIN : 2 minutes 5MIN : 5 minutes

Memo

To prevent damage, please set as short a time interval as possible.

Sets the action to be taken when the unit has been left in the STILL mode for

an extended period of time. In the case of a recording pause, the unit will go

into the STOP state to protect the tape, regardless of the setting.

F. ADV : It advances in the forward direction. On the 6th advance-

STBY-OFF : Goes into the STOP state.

Selects whether to record the index signals during recording which is en-

gaged after the STOP or recording PAUSE mode.

OFF : No recording of index signal.

ON : Use this setting to record index signals. An index signal is automati-

Select the action to perform when power is supplied via the DC IN terminal:

POWER OFF : Sets the unit to POWER OFF.

POWER ON : Sets the unit to POWER ON.

PLAY : If a tape has been inserted, the VTR will go

Return to the top MENU

2nd field images are displayed alternately.

mins. mins. mins. mins. mins. mins.

ment, it goes into the STOP state.

cally registered at the position where recording starts.

into the PLAY mode. (AUTO PLAY)

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MENU SCREEN –

Contents of the menus

REMOTE menu

 REMOTE menu

Items Setting Contents

LOCAL FUNCTION

PREROLL

REM FF/REW MODE

REM STOP SEL

PLAY DELAY

SYNCHRONIZATION

CONTROLLER SEL

NO KEY EJECT

 STP + EJT

ALL KEYS

3SEC 5SEC

 7SEC

10SE

 FF/REW

 EE

 0F

| 15F

OFF

 ON

TYPE1 TYPE2

 TYPE3

TYPE4 TYPE5 TYPE6 TYPE7

Use this to select the buttons on the main unit to be rendered operable

when remote controlling the unit via the 9 PIN REMOTE terminal:

NO KEY : No button enabled.

EJECT : Only the EJECT button enabled.

STP + EJT : Only the STOP button and the EJECT button are ena-

ALL KEYS : All operation buttons are enabled.

When remote controlling the unit via the 9 PIN REMOTE terminal, use

this item to set the PREROLL time of the unit. Configurations done via

the editing remote controller prevail over other settings:

3SEC : 3 seconds

5SEC : 5 seconds

7SEC : 7 seconds

10SEC : 10 seconds

Memo

To enhance editing precision, please set it to at least 7 seconds.

Use this menu item to set the action to be performed when an FF/REW

command is received via the 9 PIN REMOTE terminal or DV terminal:

FF/REW : Sets the unit to execute FF/REW when a command is

SEARCH : Sets the unit to go into the SEARCH state when a com-

Use this menu item to set the action to be performed when a STANDBY

ON command is received via the 9 PIN REMOTE terminal or DV termi-

nal:

EE: Sets the unit to the EE mode. (The unit will go into the STOP mode.)

PB: Sets the unit to the PLAY mode. (The unit will go into the STILL

mode.)

Use this menu item to adjust the edit timing. When the remote control-

ler is used, there will be a slight delay time before edit starts. To rectify

the time discrepancy, adjust the timing for starting playback:

0F : No compensation.

1F to 15F : Delay by the number of frames set by the user. When this

Use this setting to turn on/off the BUMP function when the unit is con-

nected to an editing remote controller:

OFF : No synchronization.

ON :Execute synchronization. The editing precision is enhanced .

When remote control is executed via the RS-422A interface, use this

menu item to set the type of controller connected:

TYPE1 : Remote controller not of PANASONIC

TYPE2 : Remote controller not of PANASONIC

TYPE3 : AG-A850, AJ-A95

TYPE4 : Remote controller not of PANASONIC

TYPE5 - TYPE7 : (not in use)

bled.

received. This is the usual setting. mand is received. Use this setting if the locate(cue up)

function does not work well.

unit is connected to an editing remote controller with no BUMP (synchronization) function, use this setting to adjust the editing precision.

Please set the pre-roll time to at least 7 seconds.

–

(continued)

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AUDIO/VIDEO menu

Items Setting Contents

AUDIO MODE

A.OUT AT SEARCH

AUDIO OUT SEL

AUDIO OUT LEV

 48K

32K

 OFF

 CH-1/2

MIX CH-3/4

AT T

 NORM

Select the audio sampling frequency for recording:

48K : Records at 48kHz. It records in the 2-channel stereo mode.

No audio dubbing.

32K : Records at 32kHz. It records in the 4-channel mode. To

perform audio dubbing on CH3 and CH4 later, use this setting.

Memo

This setting is not required for DV signal input.

Use this menu item to enable/disable audio output from the AU-

DIO OUT terminal during a search:

OFF : No output.

ON : Output.

Use this menu item to select the audio channel output from the

AUDIO OUT terminal when playing back tapes recorded in the

32K mode:

CH-1/2 : Outputs CH1 and CH2 audio.

MIX : Outputs mixed audio of CH1 and CH3 and mixed au-

dio of CH2 and CH4.

CH-3/4 : Outputs CH3 and CH4 audio.

Memo

This setting can also be selected from the AUDIO OUT SEL. but-

ton on the wireless remote controller.

Use this menu item to select the standard level for audio playback

output:

AT T: Attenuates the output level to about 8dB. Use this setting

when playing tapes recorded on a VTR of which the standard level for PCM audio is full scale -12dB. The playback level is decreased by 8dB.

NORM : Usually, this is selected.

Memo

This setting can also be selected with the AUDIO OUT LEV. button

on the wireless remote controller. SET UP

(NTSC)

PA GE BACK

 OFF

During recording

OFF : Select this when analog signals are input without setup.

ON : Select this when analog signals are input with setup.

During playback

OFF : Setup is not applied to analog video signals (composite, S-VIDEO)

ON : Setup is applied to analog video signals (composite, S-VIDEO)

Memo

• If dubbing is repeatedly done with the settings of the playback or recording video signals differing from the setting here, the hue and bror audio playback

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MENU SCREEN

– Contents of the menus – (continued)

TIME CODE menu

Items Setting Contents

Presets the time code: For details, please refer to Page 35 "Setting Time Codes".

CLEAR

NDF/DF (NTSC)

DV TC DUP.

TC OUT OFFSET

PAGE BACK

 CANCEL

EXECUTE

NON DROP

 DROP

 OFF

+1F +2F –2F –1F

Use this menu item to choose whether to clear the time code values: CANCEL : Do not clear. EXECUTE : clear.

Select the framing mode for the time code generator: NON DROP

DROP : Sets the unit to the drop-frame mode. Use this set

Use this menu item to select the type of time code to be recorded for DV signal input: OFF : Records the time codes of the built-in time code

ON : Records the time codes and user-bits input to the

Use this menu item to set the timing to output time codes from the 9PIN remote terminal of the main unit to the editing remote controller: OFF : Usually, this is selected. +1F : Sets the timing to 1 frame faster. +2F : Sets the timing to 2 frames faster. –2F : Sets the timing to 2 frames slower. –1F : Sets the timing to 1 frame slower.

Return to the top MENU.

: Sets the unit to the non-drop mode. Use this set ting when the number of frames of the time code is important.

ting for real-time based time codes.

generator of the main unit. DV IN terminal.

The time code framing mode automatically takes on that of the input time code.

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DISPLAY menu

 DISPLAY menu

Items Setting Contents

DISPLAY

COUNTER POSI.

TIME CODE

VTR MODE

TAPE REMAIN

OFF

 ON

AUTO

 LOWER-R

LOWER-L UPPER-R UPPER-L CENTER

OFF

 ON

OFF

 ON

 OFF

Use this menu item to choose whether to have the characters of the status screen displayed on the monitor connected to VIDEO LINE OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal: OFF : No on-screen display. Video display only. ON : Always provide on-screen display. AUTO : Provide on-screen display for about 4 seconds on switch-

ing modes.

Memo

This setting can also be selected from the DISPLAY button of the wireless remote controller.

Use this menu item to select the position on the monitor for time code display: LOWER-R : Lower right LOWER-L : Lower left UPPER-R : Upper right UPPER-L : Upper left CENTER : Center

Use this menu item to turn on/off the display of time codes on the monitor: OFF : No display ON : Display

Use this menu item to turn on/off the display of the VTR mode on the monitor: OFF : No display ON : Display

Use this menu item to turn on/off the display of remaining tape on the monitor: OFF : No display ON : Display

TIME/DATE

 OFF

TIME DATE DATE +TM

Use this menu item to turn on/off the date/time display on the monitor and to select the display format: OFF : No display of date/time. TIME : Display the time only. DATE : Display the date only. DATE +TM : Display the date/time.

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MENU SCREEN –

Contents of the menus

DISPLAY menu (continued)

Items Setting Contents

–

(continued)

AUDIO INFO.

DATE STYLE

TIME STYLE

BARS

PAGE BACK

 OFF

Y/M/D

 M/D/Y

D/M/Y

 24HOUR

12HOUR

 OFF

Use this setting to turn on/off the display of audio channel or sampling frequency on the monitor: OFF : No display ON : Display

Select the date format: Y/M/D : Display year/month/day. M/D/Y : Display month/day/year. D/M/Y : Display day/month/year.

Select the time format: 24HOUR : Display in the 24-hour mode. 12HOUR : Display in the 12-hour mode.

Use this menu item to choose whether to output, as test signals, color bar signals from the built-in signal generator: OFF : No output ON : Output

Memo

•This color bar cannot be used as the standard signal for hue calibration.

•This setting can also be selected from the BARS button on the wireless remote controller.

•During DV signal input, the color bar will not be output even if this item is set to “ON”.

Return to the top MENU.

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OTHERS – Placing the unit in an upright position –

With the use of the provided stand, the main unit can be placed in an upright position as shown in the following diagram. The left side should be at the bottom.

Stand

Notes

•To place the VTR in an upright position, please use the provided stand. If the stand is not used, the unit may topple and result in injuries or breakdown.

• Please place the unit on a leveled place.

• When inserting the cassette, do not remove your hand until the cassette is being drawn into the unit. Par ticularly, when a mini DV cassette is used, removing your hand too early may cause the cassette to drop and get damaged.

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OTHERS – Warning display –

When an anomaly occurs, this unit automatically identifies the cause and displays an errorcoded warning message on the monitor. If the unit is in a state needing rectification, or if an operation error has occurred, an alarm display will be shown on the monitor.

Warning display

32K CH–1/2

ARNING 7001

DRUM MOTOR FA I LURE

10 / 10 / 02 STANDBY 12 : 00 : 00 TCR 02:00:00:00

min

OFF

32K CH–1/2

HEAD CL EAN I NG REQU I RED !

10 / 10 / 02 STANDBY 12 : 00 : 00 TCR 02:00:00:00

Alarm display

 Alarm display (Displayed regardless of the DISPLAY mode)

Display Status Action

LOW VOLTAGE

HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!

The DC power voltage is low. The unit will eventually go into the POWER OFF mode if operation is continued.

The video head is dirty. If the head is clogged, it will be detected and the alarm message will be displayed during the PLAYBACK mode. When the STOP mode is engaged or when the cassette is ejected, the display will go off. When the head clog is cleared, the message will disappear.

Please check the power voltage.

Please clean it with the dedicated head-cleaning tape. (☞ Page 8) If the message persists despite cleaning, it could be due to bad recording condition, bad tape or lifespan of the head.

min

OFF

• For alarm messages displayed upon operation errors or when the unit is in a poor working condition (e.g. dirty head), refer to page 22.

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 Warning display (Displayed regardless of the DISPLAY mode)

When a warning display appears, this unit stops operation and cease to accept any operation commands. When TAPE DEFFECTIVE (5605 - 5609) is displayed, the unit similarly stops operation but accepts one command, viz EJECT.

Display Status Action

CONDENSATION ON DRUM

WARNING 3200 LOADING FAILURE

WARNING 3300 UNLOADING FAILURE

WARNING 4100 CASSETTE EJECT FAILURE

DEFECTIVE TAPE! 5605 - 5609

WARNING 5702 TAPE END DET. ERROR!

WARNING 5802 TAPE BEGIN DET. ERROR!

WARNING 7001 DRUM MOTOR FAILURE

WARNING 7101 CAP MOTOR FAILURE

WARNING7202 7203 SUPPLY REEL FAILURE

WARNING7302 7303 TAKE UP REEL FAILURE

WARNING7305 TAKE UP REEL FAILURE

WARNING 7401 REEL MOTOR FAILURE

UNPLUG MAIN POWER, PLUG BACK IN AFTER A WHILE

Condensation.

Unable to load tape.

Unable to eject tape.

Eject error.

Tape is cut.

Tape ending sensor error.

Tape begin sensor error.

Drum rotation error.

Capstan rotation error.

Supply reel rotation error.

Ta ke up reel rotation error.

Tape winding error during unloading.

Reel motor rotation error.

This is a system error that occurs when the power is turned on. The POWER indicator on this unit blinks in green. The unit will not accept any operation commands.

Please leave the power on and wait for the display to disappear.

This error can be resolved by restarting the unit. However, doing so may damage the tape in some cases. Please consult your PANASONIC authorized dealer.

Press the EJECT button and retrieve the cassette. Then replace the tape.

This error can be resolved by restarting the unit. However, doing so may damage the tape in some cases. Please consult your PANASONIC authorized dealer.

Unplug the mains cable from the power outlet and wait for some time before plugging it back in.

Memo

This unit uses a microcomputer. It may not function correctly if there is external noise. If this happens, please turn off the power and then on again.

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OTHERS – Troubleshooting –

Symptom Action

The power does not come on.

The cassette cannot be loaded.

Unable to record.

The operation buttons of the main unit do not work.

The 9 PIN REMOTE function does not work.

Noise appears on the playback screen. Playback audio is disrupted.

During DV signal input, the time codes are not recorded correctly.

Video and sound are distorted for a few seconds after starting playback.

Is the AC adapter correctly connected?

Is the cassette indicator lighted? If so, a cassette is already loaded. Please unload the cassette first. Push the center of the cassette and make sure that the cassette enters levelly.

Is the slide of the cassette set to "REC"? Please set it to "REC" if it is at the "SAVE" position.

Is the front REMOTE SWITCH set at OFF? If it is set at 9 PIN or WIRELESS, main unit operation is not possible.

Is the front REMOTE switch set at 9PIN?

• Is the tape damaged? Please replace the cassette.

• Is the head dirty? Please clean it with the dedicated head-cleaning tape. (☞ Page 8)

Is the DV TC DUP. item of the TIME CODE menu set correctly?

This occurs if the signal system of the playback tape is different from the NTSC/PAL setting.

The wireless remote controller does not work at all.

Power is not supplied even when the POWER button is pressed.

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• Is the REMOTE switch on the main unit set to “WIRELESS”?

• Are the batteries exhausted?

Is the REMOTE switch set at “9 PIN” when the LOCAL FUNCTION item of the REMOTE menu is set to something other than ALL KEYS? Please set the REMOTE switch to “OFF”.

OTHERS – Checking the hour meter –

This unit displays the drum usage time on the DRUM HOUR METER item of the top MENU. Please use it as a guide for regular maintenance. (☞ Page 7)

POWER

VCR

DISPLAY

STILL

BARS

BLANK

MODE

AUDIO

SET

SEARCH–

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

VEQ3533

MUTING

OUT SEL.

OUT LEV.

REC

F.AD V

INDEX

MENU button

MENU SEARCH+

A.DUB

F.REV

REW FF

INDEX –

Top MENU

–––MENU–––

SYSTEM. . REMOTE . . AUD IO / V I DEO . . TIME CODE. . DISPLAY SET. . CLOCK ADJUST . . FACTORY SETTING CANCEL DRUM HOUR ME TER 000200H EX I T

DRUM HOUR METER item

POWER

AG-DV2500

MIC

9PIN

REMOTE

OFF

WIRELESS

A.DUB

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

INPUT

LINE

2 / 4

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

REC

REW

EJECT

PAUSE

button

SET

PLAY

STOP

Operation

 To set the unit to the STOP mode:

When operating with the buttons on the main unit, unload the cassette.

Display the top MENU.

Remote controller

Press the MENU button.

• Display the drum usage time on the DRUM HOUR METER item of the top MENU.

To return to the usual screen:

Remote controller

Press the MENU button.

Main unit

Press the EJECT and STOP buttons simultaneously while no cassette is loaded.

Main unit

Press the EJECT button.

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OTHERS – Specification –

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General

Recording system Signal system : NTSC/PAL Cassette : Standard/ mini DV cassette Tape width : 6.35mm Tape speed : 18.812mm/s (NTSC)

Recording/ playback time

Fast forward/ rewind time

Power : DC12V}(supplied via the

Power consumption External dimension

Weight : About 2.3 k˝ Allowable operating temperature

Allowable storage temperature

Allowable operating RH

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Video

Recording format

Video input Line (composite) S-VIDEO Y: 1.0V (p-p), 75Ø unbalance

Video output Line (composite)

S-VIDEO Y: 1.0V (p-p), 75Ø unbalance

:DV system (SP mode only)

18.831mm/s (PAL)

: 276 minutes (DV276)

63 minutes (DVM63)

: About 3 minutes (DV276)

About 1 minute (DVM63)

provided AC adapter) : 14W, 1.17A : 174mm  (W) 68mm (H)

260mm (D) (Excluding

protruding parts, e.g., foot)

: 5˚C to 35˚C

: –20˚C to 60˚C

: 30%RH to 80%RH

:8 bit, 13.5MHz,

4:1:1 (NTSC)

4:2:0 (PAL)

: 1.0V (p-p), 75Ø unbalance

C: 0.286V (p-p) (NTSC) /

0.3V (p-p) (PAL)

75Ø unbalance

: 1.0V (p-p), 75Ø unbalance

: 0.286V (p-p) (NTSC) /

0.3V (p-p) (PAL)

75Ø unbalance

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Audio

Recording format

: 16 bit, 48kHz, 2 channels

PCM audio/12 bit, 32kHz, 4-channel PCM audio

Number of track :2 (16 bit,4 8kHz) /

4 (12 bit, 32kHz)

Audio input : –8dBu, 10kØ unbalance Mike input : –60dBu, 3kØ unbalance Audio output : –8dBu, 1kØ unbalance Frequency characteristics

: 20Hz to 20kHz (48kHz)

* 0 dBu = 0.775Vrms

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DV interface

Input/output : IEEE1394

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AC adapter section

Power :AC 100V to 240V`,

50Hz/60Hz.

Power consumption

: 1.0A to 0.5A

Output : DC 12V } 3.5A

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Accessories

Wireless remote controller ...................... 1

AC adapter .............................................. 1

Mains Cable ............................................ 1

Battery(AA) ............................................. 2

Stand ....................................................... 1

 Diagram of external dimension

(Unit: mm)

260

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174

POWER

A.DUB

AG-DV2500

INPUT

REMOTE

MIC

OFF

9PIN

WIRELESS

REC INH.

PAL

NTSC

DVCAM

1 / 3

LINE

2 / 4

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

EJECT

PLAY

PAUSE

REC

SET

REW

STOP

OTHERS – Supplement –

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AC adapter section

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION – These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the

risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

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PANASONIC BROADCAST & TELEVISION SYSTEMS COMPANY

UNIT COMPANY OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA

Executive Office:

One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000

EASTERN ZONE:

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Southeast Region:

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WESTERN ZONE:

3330 Cahuenga Blvd W., Los Angeles, CA 90068 (323) 436-3500

Government Marketing Department:

52 West Gude Drive, Rockville, MD 20850 (301) 738-3840

Broadcast PARTS INFORMATION & ORDERING:

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (EST) (800) 334-4881/24 Hr. Fax (800) 334-4880 Emergency after hour parts orders (800) 334-4881

TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

Emergency 24 Hour Service (800) 222-0741

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 (905) 624-5010

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Av angel Urraza Num. 1209 Col. de Valle 03100 Mexico, D.F. (52) 1 951 2127

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San Gabriel Industrial Park, 65th Infantry Ave., Km. 9.5, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00630 (787) 750-4300

Panasonic AG-DV2500P, AG-DV2500 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Precautions

Daily maintenance and regular inspection

Precautions on the use of cleaning tape

Cassette tape

Condensation

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

䡵 Event display : When a specific function is in activation or when the operation status is

䡵 Alarm display : Alarm messages are displayed as shown below, when an operation error

PREPARATION

POWER

RECORDING – Connection and setting –

PLAYBACK – Connection/setting –

EDIT – Using the unit in an editing system –

MENU SCREEN – Structure of the menu –

OTHERS – Placing the unit in an upright position –

Warning display