Panasonic AJ-FRC27E User Manual
VQT9737
Model No. AJ- E
Operating Instructions
Frame Rate Converter
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
2 (E)
indicates safety information
FOR U.K. ONLY
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that
the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it
is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ïor the BSI mark Ìon the
body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used
until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
local Panasonic Dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE
FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN
THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG
CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A
DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE
CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP
SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring
code as shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
Caution for AC Mains Lead
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
• The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW
must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol Óor
coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
• The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter L or coloured RED.
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc. and the other one is only
for U.K.
Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the other type of mains cable is not suitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.
FOR U.K. ONLY
If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket outlet, it should be cut off and appropriate one fitted.
How to replace the fuse
1.Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.
2.Replace the fuse.
Fuse
Contents
3 (E)
ENGLISH
Operating precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
System configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Parts and their functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Menu selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Time code (TC) and user’s bit (UB) . . . . . .15
Input/output formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Error displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Operating precautions
O This unit uses a hard disk drive: prior to operation, save
some data into a part of the memory that is free or load
data from the drive to check that the drive is working
properly.
O Since this unit uses a hard disk drive, it should never be
used when condensation has formed inside.
O If the unit has not been shut down properly, the data on
its hard disk drive may be destroyed or malfunctioning
may result.
O Do not set the power switch back to the ON position
immediately after it was set to the OFF position. Doing
so may cause malfunctioning.
O After operating the unit, ensure that the area around the
air intake openings on the front panel is well-ventilated
and keep it adequately ventilated.
O The cooling fans at the front and back of the unit are
maintenance parts: replace them at regular intervals.
$
DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVER BY
UNSCREWING.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover. No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
$
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug must be
inserted only into a standard three-pin power point
which is effectively earthed through the normal
house-hold wiring.
Extension cords used with the equipment must be
three-core and be correctly wired to provide connection to earth. Wrongly wired extension cords are a
major cause of fatalities.
The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily
does not imply that the power point is earthed and
that the installation is completely safe. For your safety, if in any doubt about the effective earthing of the
power point, consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL
LIQUIDS-USE AND STORE ONLY IN LOCATIONS
WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT
PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS ON TOP OF
THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, REFER MOUNTING OF THE OPTIONAL
INTERFACE BOARD TO AUTHORIZED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
THE SOCKET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
CAUTION:
Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase,
built-in cabinet or any other confined space in
order to maintain adequate ventilation. Ensure
that curtains and any other materials do not
obstruct the ventilation to prevent risk of electric
shock or fire hazard due to overheating.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, REFER INSTALLATION OF HARD- DISK
DRIVE TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
HARD-DISK DRIVE MUST BE BEARING THE CEMARKING.
Features
4 (E)
System configuration
Frame rate conversion function
Using the HD-SDI input signals from a variable frame rate
camera (AJ-HDC27F) or DVCPRO HD VTR, this unit converts frame rates by taking out only the effective frames of
variable frame rate recorded clips, recording them, and playing them back. It can reproduce the slow or quick speed
effects intended during shooting on the spot. Its built-in
hard disk drive is capable of recording up to 100 minutes (at
24 fps) and playing back the recordings without the use of a
VTR.
Format conversion function and line/down-conversion
function
During playback, this unit can select a frame rate of 24, 25,
30 or 60 fps and line-convert to 1080/24p or down-convert
to an existing SDTV (480/60i) format. It supports both online and off-line editing environments. When frame rate
conversion is not needed, the unit can provide EE through
conversion where the input signals are converted and output
directly.
AUTO REC function
When this unit is connected to a variable frame rate camera
(AJ-HDC27F) using the HD-SDI connector, each cut can be
automatically recorded in the unit as a separate clip in conjunction with the REC/STOP operation of the camera. Even
with editing operations undertaken in the studio, each cut
can be automatically turned into a clip by using the START
and END marks recorded on the tape in the variable frame
rate camera to play back the cuts in a VTR and then record
them in this unit. Afterwards, all that the user needs to do is
choose the acceptable cuts and play them back.
Simple operation functions
Recording and playback are easily accomplished using the
unit’s front panel controls. The various settings can be
checked or changed using the cursor keys.
External RS-422 control
When a simple remote controller (AJ-A95) is connected to
the remote IN connector on the unit’s rear panel, the unit
can be operated by remote control using simplified remote
control functions.
Half rack unit dimensions
This unit is compactly designed with a width equivalent to a
half rack unit and a height of 5U. Its carrying handle
enables it to be carried around for use on location. Its ability
to enable the images shot to be viewed on the spot and the
results of its speed effects to be monitored makes it a worthy representative of the new style of digital cinema production.
<Notes>
O This unit is not designed to meet portability (drip-proof,
dust-proof) specifications. Bear in mind that operating it
outdoors or moving it with its power still on may cause
malfunctioning. In particular, take care to protect the
hard disk drive from vibration and impact.
O If a problem has occurred with the hard disk drive, the
recorded data may be destroyed or the system may not
start up. Consult with your dealer, and replace the drive
with a new one.
AJ-HDC27F
AJ-HD150
AJ-HD150
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
HD monitor
SD monitor
Composite
signals
Remote
control
HD-SDI
AJ-FRC27
AJ-A95
When recording using the VTR, set the VTR in
such a way that regeneration is initiated with the
external time code. For further details, contact
your dealer.
ON
OFF
CH CONDITION ENTER ESCAPE SHIFT
POWER
METER
FULL/FINE
L
MONITOR SELECT
R
CH
ASMBL
LEVEL
CH 1/5 CH 2/6 CH 3/7 CH 4/8 CUE
1
REC
PREVIEW
REVIEW
HEADPHONES
PULL
OPEN
PB
PULL FOR VARIABLE
AUDIO CH SELECT
1
CH
4
CH 5CH
8
VIDEO
CH1/5CH2/8 CH3/7 CH4/8 CUE TC
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
MULTICUE
AUTO EDIT
PREROLL
EJECT
M-cassette / ADAPTER
Caution: Do not insert S-cassette without adapter
MODE
CONTROL
PUSH
TC INTTCTAPE
REMOTE
JOG SHTL
RESET
SLOW
REV FWD
UB
EXT EE
LOCAL
TC/CTL
STAND BY
PLAYER
RECORDER
TC SET
SHIFT ADJ
START
SERVO
REC INHIBIT
EDIT PLAY
REC
INSERT
A
A
IN
OUT
TRIM
REW STOP
FF
IN
SET OUT
PULL
OPEN
ON
OFF
CH CONDITION ENTER ESCAPE SHIFT
POWER
METER
FULL/FINE
L
MONITOR SELECT
AUDIO CH SELECT
R
CH
1
CH
4
CH 5CH
8
ASMBL
VIDEO
CH1/5CH2/8 CH3/7 CH4/8 CUE TC
LEVEL
CH 1/5 CH 2/6 CH 3/7 CH 4/8 CUE
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
INSERT
MULTICUE
A
REC
PREVIEW
IN
AUTO EDIT
PREROLL
REVIEW
HEADPHONES
PULL
OPEN
IN
PB
PULL FOR VARIABLE
EJECT
M-cassette / ADAPTER
Caution: Do not insert S-cassette without adapter
MODE
CONTROL
PUSH
TC INTTCTAPE
REMOTE
JOG SHTL
RESET
SLOW
REV FWD
UB
EXT EE
LOCAL
TC/CTL
STAND BY
PLAYER
RECORDER
TC SET
SHIFT ADJ
START
SERVO
REC INHIBIT
EDIT PLAY
REC
A
OUT
TRIM
REW STOP
FF
SET OUT
PULL
OPEN
Parts and their functions
5 (E)
ENGLISH
1 POWER switch
After the unit’s operation has been shut down properly,
set this switch to the OFF position. If the power is turned
off while the unit is operating, the data may be destroyed
or the hard disk drive may malfunction.
2 WARNING lamp
This flashes when an error or warning has occurred. For
details, refer to the error table (page 19).
3 HDD lamp
This lights when the hard disk drive is being accessed.
4 REW key
Press this to search backward through the recorded data
or search for a previous clip. To search for a previous
clip, press the REW key and SHIFT key at the same time.
5 STOP key
Press this to stop the unit’s operation.
6 FF key
Press this to search forward through the recorded data or
search for a subsequent clip. To search for a subsequent
clip, press the FF key and SHIFT key at the same time.
7 PLAY key
Press this to play back recorded data, switch to the V-V
mode or record new data. To record new data, press the
PLAY key and REC key at the same time.
8 SHIFT key
Press this to search for recorded data. To search for a
previous clip, press the REW key and SHIFT key at the
same time; to search for a subsequent clip, press the FF
key and SHIFT key at the same time.
Keep pressing both the SHIFT key and the [2] (down)
key for more than 2 seconds and a shutdown confirmation message will appear on END screen of this unit.
9 REC key
Press this to record data or forcibly switch to the E-E
mode.
: [# ] (up) key
This is used to move the item to be shown on the display
panel upward.
; [2 ] (down) key
This is used to move the item to be shown on the display
panel downward.
< [! ] (left) key
This is used to move the cursor or item to be shown on
the display panel to the left.
= [1 ] (right) key
This is used to move the cursor or item to be shown on
the display panel to the right.
> SET key
This is used to enter the item shown on the display panel.
? CANCEL key
This is used to restore the screen immediately before the
one now shown.
@ Display panel
The basic screens and menu screens (page 10) appear
on this panel.
Front panel
POWER
ON
1
2
3
OFF
45678
REW
WARNING
HDD
PREV SHIFT
@
CANCEL
< =
>
STOP FF PLAY REC
NEXT
?
:
;
9
Parts and their functions
6 (E)
1 HD SDI IN connector (BNC)
The HD SDI signals are supplied to this connector.
2 HD SDI through connector (BNC)
The HD SDI input signals are passed straight through the
unit and output here.
3 HD SDI OUT connector (BNC)
The HD SDI signals are output from this connector.
4 REMOTE IN (RS-422) connector
The remote controller is connected to this connector.
The only commands supported in the remote control
mode are FF, REW, STOP, PLAY, REC and SHTL.
<Note>
Functions that cannot be used when an external control
unit is used
OClip location function initiated by pressing the SHIFT
key and FF or REW key at the same time
OEject control function initiated by pressing the SHIFT
key and REW key on the remote controller (AJ-A95)
5 SD OUT VIDEO connector
The down-converted signals are output from this connector.
6 AC IN socket
The power cord is connected to this socket.
7 FUSE holder
This contains a 3.15A fuse.
8 SIGNAL GND
To minimize noise, this is connected to the signal ground
on the component connected. It is not a safety ground.
9 Fan motors
These are used to cool down the unit.
123
5
4
6
7
8
9
REMOTE IN
SD OUT
HD SDI
VIDEO
IN
ACTIVE
THROUGH
OUT
AC IN
~
SIGNAL
GND
F
U
S
E
P
U
S
H
Rear panel
Basic operations
7 (E)
ENGLISH
Startup
1.
Set the power switch to the ON position.
Panasonic AJ-FRC27
Now Booting/222...
05141501 00:00:00:00
720/60P STOP >
2.
The following message appears on the display panel.
3.
When startup is completed normally, the following display appears on the display panel.
Recording
1. Check that the HD SDI signals are being input from the
variable frame rate camera.
2. Select ON as the AUTO REC setting on the setup
menu.
3. Return to the basic screen, and press the REC key to
set the unit to the recording standby mode (both the
REC and STOP lamps now light).
The data recording is now automatically controlled by
the AUTO REC flag set in the HD SDI signals. (While
recording is in progress, both the REC and PLAY
lamps light.)
OVariable frame rate camera in REC mode:
When the unit detects the REC START signal, recording starts automatically.
O Variable frame rate camera in STOP mode:
When the unit detects the STOP signal, recording
stops automatically.
$ When AUTO REC is set to ON
Control flow when AUTO REC is set to ON
There are two recording mode settings: AUTO REC ON
where data is recorded automatically in accordance with the
variable frame rate camera, and AUTO REC OFF where
data is recorded manually.
When new data is recorded, it is always recorded under a
new clip name. The clip name is shown on the display
panel in the form of a date and time.
Example:
The name of the clip whose recording started on May 14
(2002) at 15 hr 01 min 30 sec appears as “05141501.”
If the remaining memory is reduced to under one minute
(equivalent to 60p) during recording when ON has been
selected as the ALARM setting on the setup menu, the
“DISK FULL” message is displayed, and the alarm sounds.
When there is no more free memory remaining, recording is
stopped.
<Note>
When the variable frame rate camera’s frame rate has been
switched from 23P to 24P or from 25P to 24P, the screen
may be subject to an instantaneous disturbance as an E-E
output. Bear this in mind when switching the frame rate during recording if the unit’s output signals are recorded on an
external VTR.
STOP detected
START mark STOP mark
REC detected
Recording starts
STOP
Variable frame
rate camera
AutoRec Flag
AJ-FRC27
STOP
REC
STOP STOP
REC
Recording stops
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