Panasonic AJ-P, AJ-HD1200AP User Manual

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE GROUNDED

To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power outlet which is effectively grounded through normal household wiring. Extension cords used with the equipment must be threecore and be correctly wired to provide connection to the ground. Incorrectly wired extension cords can be extremely hazardous. The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily does not imply that it is grounded, and the installation is not necessarily safe. For your safety, if in any doubt about the effective grounding of the equipment or power outlet, please consult a qualified electrician.

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.

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 QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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 CHANGE OF SWITCH SETTING INSIDE THE UNIT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

OTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

OTO 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:

THE AC OUTLET (MAINS SOCKET) SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

CAUTION:

Even when the Power Switch is in the OFF position, a small current flows the filter circuit.

indicates safety information.

For your safety

IMPORTANT

“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.”

Operating precaution

Operation near any appliance which generates strong magnetic fields may give rise to noise in the video and audio signals. If this should be the case, deal with the situation by, for instance, moving the source of the magnetic fields away from the unit before operation.

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 TO 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 (service) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Warning:

To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to external units. Also any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate it.

CAUTION:

This apparatus can be operated at a voltage in the range of 100 – 240 V AC. Voltage other than 120 V is not intended for U.S.A. and Canada.

CAUTION:

Operation at a voltage other than 120 V AC may require the use of a different AC plug. Please contact either a local or foreign Panasonic authorized service center for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.

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For your safety

Notice (U.S.A.only):

This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Parts and their functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Inserting the tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Usable tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Turning on the unit’s power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

STOP mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Pause/recording (follow-on recording) . . . . . . . . 16

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Cue/review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Still image playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Linear 0.3k playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Variable speed playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Repeat playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Time code & user’s bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Time code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

User’s bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Setting the time code (from the menu) . . . . . . . . 20

Setting the time code (from the front panel) . . . . 20

Setting the user’s bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing back the time code and user’s bit . . . . . . 21

Superimposed screen displays . . . . . . 22

Setup (initial settings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Setting method using the on-screen menus . . . . 24

Returning to the factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Setting the user defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Loading the user defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Menu protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Releasing the menu protection mode . . . . . . . . . 27

Displaying the DIAG menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Setup menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Menus which are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

BASIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

INTERFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

TAPE PROTECT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

TIME CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

VIDEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

AUDIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

DIF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Emergency eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Video head cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Introduction

The AJ-HD1200A multi-format digital video cassette player is capable of playing not only all types of materials ranging from HD (DVCPRO HD and DVCPRO HD-LP) to SD (DVCPRO50, DVCPRO50P and DVCPRO) recorded in the DVCPRO formats on 1/4-inch wide compact cassette tapes but also consumer DV and DVCAM tapes. A down-converter provided as a standard feature verifies all tapes, whatever their format, using analog composite output signals. Furthermore, by installing an optional board, the unit can be used as a recorder to record HD signals (1080i/59.94 Hz, 1080i/50 Hz or 720p/59.94 Hz) in the DVCPRO HD-LP format. In addition, 720/24p over 60p sources recorded using a variable frame rate camera can be converted into 1080/24 PsF format output signals to support cinema applications.

Similarly, 720/25p over 60p sources can be converted into 1080/25 PsF or 576i format output signals. Thanks to the incorporation of highly efficient digital compression technology, the deteriorations in the image and sound quality during dubbing are now significantly reduced with this high image quality VTR. The compact size and light weight of the unit enable it to be carried around and mounted in a standard rack with ease. You can perform the unit’s settings interactively with the on-screen menus displayed on the TV monitor.

Features

Compact size and light weight.

The unit has a width of 214 mm, a height of 132 mm, and a depth of 428 mm, and weighs only 7.9 kg. Grips are also attached for easy carry.

Efficient installation in a rack

The unit’s width is one-half of 19 inches and its height is 3U: this translates into greater saving of installation space in a standard rack compared to conventional models.

DVCPRO HD cassette tapes used

The unit uses 1/4-inch wide cassette tapes.

<Note>

When recording2HD signals, use DVCPRO HD cassettes.

High image quality

The unit achieves a high image quality by recording 4:2:2 HD component signals with a recording rate (=100 Mbps) which is four times as high as that for existing DVCPRO formats.

1080i or 720p, NTSC or PAL selectable

By switching the settings provided for the video signal input (1080i/59.94 Hz or 720p/59.94 Hz) on the setup menu, the unit can record2and play back the signals of the system selected. The unit also supports the PAL mode. Playback of 1080i/50 Hz or PAL SD materials is enabled by switching the setting on the system menu.

Frame rate conversion

When playing back a tape recorded at a frame rate of 24 fps using a variable frame rate camera, the tape’s signals can be converted to the 1080/24 PsF format and output by selecting a menu item setting. When playing back a tape recorded at a frame rate of 25 fps, the tape’s signals can be converted to the 1080/25 PsF or 576i format and output.

<Notes>

O Use tapes that are shot with a variable frame

rate camera.

O Do not use dubbed or edited tapes. The tape

control information may be lost, making it impossible to convert the signals for playback.

O To convert a tape recorded using a frame rate

other than 24 (25) fps to the 1080/24 (25) PsF format, use the frame rate converter (AJ-FRC27) available as an optional accessory.

DVCPRO-compatible playback

In addition to DVCPRO HD-LP playback, the unit can play back tapes recorded using the existing DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50 and DVCPRO formats. It can also play back consumer DV tapes (SP) and DVCAM tapes.

2 The unit’s recording function become operational

only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

Playback format Output format

DVCPRO HD-LP, DVCPRO HD

DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DV

DVCPRO P, DV, DVCAM DV

When the E-E mode is established: O Install the AJ-YA120AG board

which is available as an optional accessory.

O Select a setting other than

“1394” for menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL].

<Notes>

When any of the settings below is established, no signals will be output from the digital video interface. O When “23/24,” “25(HD)” or “25(SD)” is selected as the menu

item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] setting

O When “60/24” is selected as the menu item No.030 [HD

FREQUENCY] setting

O When “720p” is selected as the menu item No.630

[1080i>HD_OUT] setting

O When “1080i” is selected as the menu item No.632

[720p>HD_OUT] setting

DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DV

DVCPRO50 DVCPRO50, DV

DVCPRO DVCPRO, DV

Features

SD down-converter

The unit comes with a built-in SD down-converter as a standard feature to enable the output of SD SDI signals2and analog composite signals at the same time as HD SDI output signals2and for monitoring the signals on an SD monitor.

Up-converter function

When an SD format tape is played back, it is possible to up-convert the signals to the HD format while at the same time outputting the signals in the SD format.

Cross-converter function

The unit comes with a built-in cross-converter to enable 1080i/59 Hz format signals to be converted into 720p/59 Hz format signals or, conversely, to enable 720p/59 Hz format signals to be converted into 1080i/59 Hz format signals.

HD analog component output

This feature enables HD signals to be monitored with ease.

AC/DC operation

The unit supports AC supply voltages ranging from 100V to 240V and DC12V power supply as well.

Follow-on recording function

Using the REC button and PAUSE button together activates the auto back function, enabling the next image to follow on from the last image with no disruptions in the continuity.

On-screen menu settings

Highly detailed and individualized function settings can be performed on-screen.

Time code

The unit is equipped with a built-in time code generator/time code reader (TCG/TCR). Since time code signals can also be input from an external device2, regeneration to an external time code is possible.

[Multi-functional interfaces]

Serial digital input/output

The unit’s HD component serial I/O interface enables interfacing with HD component video signals and 8-channel digital audio signals using a single BNC connector. (SMPTE 292M/296M/299M) The unit is also equipped with an SD downconverter as a standard feature so that SD component serial signals can be output as well. (SMPTE 259M-C, 272M-A, ITU-R BT.656-4)

Analog video output

Since the unit’s analog composite down-converter comes as a standard feature, the signals can be monitored on an SD monitor.

9-pin remote

The unit’s 9-pin remote control connector enables it to be operated with an external remote controller (AJ-A95: optional accessory).

IEEE1394 digital input/output

Use of the digital video interface board (AJYAD120AG: optional accessory) enables signals to be input and output using an interface which complies with the IEEE 1394 standard.

2 The unit’s recording function become operational

only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

REMOTE

REC

INH

CH 1 CH 2

dB -30

-25 -20 -16 -12 -8 -4 0

CTL TC UB

HOURS MINUTES SECONDS FRAMES

SERVOSCH

POWER

OFF

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO OUT SEL

AUDIO MON SELECT

INPUT

ANALOG

PULL

FOR VAR

3-4

720 P

CH1·2 CH3·4

CH 1

REC

CH 2

CH 3 CH 4

CH1

CH2

METER

TAPE

PAUSE/STILL

FFSTOPREW PLAY

REC(OPTION)

EJECT

LOCAL

OFF ON

REC INH (OPTION)

REMOTE

COUNTER

RESET

EESETs DATA rMODEDOWN MENU UPPAGE

1 2 3

> Q

P O

NMLKIHGBFE JAD

4 5 6 8 9 :

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Parts and their functions

Front panel

Counter display

1POWER switch 2Cassette slot

Align the center of the cassette with the center of the slot and push it gently inside. The cassette tape is loaded automatically.

3EJECT button

When this is pressed, the tape is unloaded, and several seconds later the cassette will be automatically ejected. When it is pressed while the counter display shows the CTL display, the display will be reset.

4REC/REC INH lamp

REC: The lamp lights during recording

REC INH:

The lamp lights when the cassette is set to the accidental erasure prevention status.

It also lights when the REC INHIBIT switch Q is

set to the ON position. Recording operations cannot be performed while it is lighted.

5REMOTE lamp

This lights when the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE

switch > is set to the REMOTE position.

2 This function is operational only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

Front panel

6REPEAT lamp

This lights during repeat playback.

<Note>

The lamp flashes and repeat playback is not performed if the counter display mode which has been set using menu items No.161 [CTL (TC) BGN] and No.162 [END] is at variance from the counter display mode used for repeat playback.

7SYSTEM format lamp

This indicates the status of the mode which has been selected by menu item No.15 [SYSTEM FREQ].

Off: 59/60 Hz mode On: 50 Hz/25 PsF mode Flashing: 23/24 Hz mode2, 25 Hz mode

8SCH lamp

When SD signals are supplied to the HD/SD REF VIDEO IN connector, this lights while the subcarrier phase of the signals is within the prescribed range.

9SERVO lamp

This lights when the drum servo or capstan servo is locked.

:Channel condition lamps

The lamp corresponding with the error rate status lights to indicate the channel condition. (Green 5 white 5 red) Green : This lights when the error rates of both the

video and audio playback signals are satisfactory.

White : This lights when the error rate of either the

video playback signals or audio playback signals has deteriorated. Normal playback images appear even while it is lighted.

Red : This lights when correction or interpolation

is initiated for either the video playback signals or audio playback signals.

;Level meter

This indicates the levels of the audio signals. The levels of the input signals are shown during recording2or E-E2selection, and the levels of the output signals are shown during playback.

<Cassette insertion/tape travel indicator lamp

This lights when a cassette is inside the unit.

: This appears when a tape is inserted and

the STANDBY ON mode is established.

: This appears when a tape is inserted and

the STANDBY OFF (HALF LOADING) mode is established.

: This appears when the tape is traveling,

and the segment display moves as the tape travels.

: When the fan has shut down, the “”

corresponding to the stopped side flashes.

=Counter display

This displays the TC and CTL counts, user’s bit (UB), remaining tape length and total tape length as well as the on-screen information and other messages. If the voltage drops when the unit is powered with DC power supply, the display flashes to provide a warning. When the voltage drops down to 10.6 V or so, the unit’s power is automatically turned off. (When “TYPE-A” or “TYPE-B” is not selected as the menu item No.180 [BATTERY SEL] setting)

CTL, TC and UB lamps

The corresponding lamps flash when the TC and UB information cannot be read during playback. The lamps remain lighted when the information can be read properly.

>LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch

Use this switch to select the menu settings or control the unit from an external device.

LOCAL:

Select this position when the unit is to be operated using the controls on its operation panel.

MENU:

Select this position to perform on-screen menu settings.

REMOTE:

Select this position when the unit is to be operated using the external remote controller (AJ-A95).

Parts and their functions

2 This function is operational only when the AJ-

YA120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

?ANALOG lamp

This lights when ANALOG is selected for the audio input signals as the menu item No.700 [AUDIO IN SEL] setting. When it is off, the HD SDI signal input or INT SG status is established.

<Note>

The signals which are input for each of the channels when analog signals are supplied are recorded on the following audio tracks of the tape.

CH1 input 5 CH1 and CH5 tracks CH2 input 5 CH2 and CH6 tracks CH3 input 5 CH3 and CH7 tracks CH4 input 5 CH4 and CH8 tracks

@METER button and lamp (CH3•4)

Each time the METER button is pressed, the

signals which are output to the headphone jack E

and represented on the level meter display are switched between CH1/CH2 and CH3/CH4. When the CH1/CH2 signal levels are displayed, the CH3•4 lamp goes off.

<Note>

The METER button takes effect when LINE is selected as the menu item No.780 [AUD OUT SEL] setting for the analog audio output connectors.

AAudio output lamps (CH1•2, CH3•4)

The audio channels to which the signals are output are indicated by these lamps.

BAudio monitor selector switch

This is used to select the audio monitor output and headphone output channel.

Parts and their functions

Front panel

Reference:

Combination of setup menu items and audio outputs selected by the front panel switches

2 This function is operational only when the AJ-

YA120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

Setup menu item

No.780

AUD OUT

SEL

No.770

MONITOR

MIX

No.771

H.PHONE

MIX

Front panel

Audio monitor selector switch

Audio

output

lamps

METER

lamp

Headphone

output

AUDIO

MONITOR

Rear panel

AUDIO OUT connectors

CH1 CH2 CH3/L CH4/R

LINE

CH1/2

CH3/4

——

STEREO

CH1+2

——

STEREO

CH1+2

——

STEREO

CH1+2

——

STEREO

CH1+2

STEREO

CH1+2

——

STEREO

CH1+2

STEREO

CH1+2

——

CH1

CH2

CH1

CH2

CH1

CH2

Off

L=R (CH1)

L=R (CH3)

L=CH1/R=CH2

L=CH3/R=CH4

L=R (CH1+2)

L=R (CH3+4)

L=R (CH2)

L=R (CH4)

L=R (CH1)

L=CH1/R=CH2

L=R (CH1+2)

L=CH1/R=CH2

L=R (CH1+2)

L=R (CH2)

L=R (CH3)

L=CH3/R=CH4

L=R (CH3+4)

L=CH3/R=CH4

L=R (CH3+4)

L=R (CH4)

L=R (CH1)

L=R (CH3)

L=CH1/R=CH2

L=CH3/R=CH4

L=R (CH1+2)

L=R (CH3+4)

L=R (CH2)

L=R (CH4)

L=R (CH1)

L=CH1/R=CH2

L=R (CH1+2)

L=CH1/R=CH2

L=R (CH1+2)

L=R (CH2)

L=R (CH3)

L=CH3/R=CH4

L=R (CH3+4)

L=CH3/R=CH4

L=R (CH3+4)

L=R (CH4)

CH1

CH3

CH2

CH4

CH3

L=CH1

L=CH1+2

L=CH2

L=CH3

L=CH3+4

L=CH4

CH4

R=CH1

R=CH2

R=CH1+2

R=CH2

R=CH3

R=CH4

R=CH3+4

R=CH4

CH3•4

CH3•4CH1•2

CH3•4

CH3•4CH3•4

CH3•4

CAnalog audio signal recording level controls

These are used to adjust the recording levels of the analog audio signals for CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4 (coupled to CH5, CH6, CH7 and CH8). These are “pull for variable” controls: pull up a control to adjust it. If a control is pulled down, the signals of the corresponding channel are set to the default level.

<Note>

These controls cannot be used to adjust the levels of HD digital audio signals.

D720p lamp

This lights when the 720p system is selected.

EHeadphone jack

When stereo headphones are connected to this jack, the recording2or playback sound can be monitored through the headphones.

FVolume control

This is used to adjust the headphones volume.

GREW button

Press this to rewind the tape. While the button is held down in one of the search modes (search still, FWD search, FWD search still or REV search still), the REV search mode is established, and the tape is reviewed at the speed selected using menu item NO.150 [SEARCH SPEED]. (See page 17) When the button is pressed in one of the slow modes (slow still, FWD slow or FWD slow still), the tape is played back at the REV linear 0.3k speed. (See page 18)

HSTOP button

When this is pressed, the tape stops traveling, and

when the TAPE/EE switch N is set to TAPE, still

images can be monitored. The cylinder continues to rotate even in the stop mode, and the tape remains tightly wound around it. When the unit has been in the stop mode for a period exceeding the prescribed time, it is automatically set to the standby OFF (half loading) mode in order to protect the tape. The stop mode is established immediately after a tape is inserted into the unit. When a still image is displayed, noise may appear on the monitor: this is normal and not indicative of trouble.

IFF button

Press this to fast forward the tape. While the button is held down in one of the search modes (search still, REV search, REV search still or FWD search still), the FWD search mode is established, and the tape is cued at the speed selected using menu item NO.150 [SEARCH SPEED]. (See page 17) When the button is pressed in one of the slow modes (slow still, REV slow or REV slow still), the tape is played back at the FWD linear 0.3k speed. (See page 18)

JSEARCH button

When this is pressed, the unit is set to the search mode or slow mode. (See pages 17, 18)

KPLAY button

Press this to start playback. Recording starts when it is pressed together with the REC button.

LPAUSE/STILL button

When this is pressed during recording, the tape temporarily stops (pauses). When it is pressed again, recording

is resumed. When it is pressed during playback, a still image appears. When it is pressed again, playback is resumed. When it is pressed during FWD or REV search, the tape pauses (FWD or REV search still). When it is pressed again, the FWD or REV search is resumed. When it is pressed during FWD or REV slow playback, the tape pauses (FWD or REV slow still). When it is pressed again, the FWD or REV slow playback is resumed. In the FWD or REV slow playback mode, the tape is played back at the linear 0.3k speed. When the tape pauses, noise may appear on the monitor: this is normal and not indicative of trouble. (See page 18)

Parts and their functions

Front panel

2 This function is operational only when the AJ-

YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

Parts and their functions

MREC button

No optional board installed

This unit is a video cassette player so it cannot record by pressing the REC button. When the REC button is pressed, the REC INH lamp on the counter display lights for several seconds. When T&S&M has been selected as the menu item No.006 [DISPLAY SEL] setting, “NO OPTION FOR REC” appears in the superimposed mode display area.

When the AJ-YA120AG or AJ-YAD120AG is installed

When the REC button is pressed together with the PLAY button, recording starts. When it is pressed during stop or eject, the input video signals and audio signals can be checked even when the TAPE/EE switch is set to TAPE. The value of the time code generator can also be checked. (REC CHECK mode) The REC CHECK mode is released when the STOP button or other operation button is pressed.

NTAPE/EE switch

This is used to select the signals which are to be output in the STOP mode.

TAPE:

The signals played back from the tape are output.

EE:

No optional board installed

The signals selected by menu item No.106 [EJECT EE SEL] are output. The black signal for the video signals and mute for the audio output are the factory settings.

When the AJ-YA120AG or AJ-YAD120AG is installed

The signals selected by menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] are output as the video signals, and the signals selected by menu item No.700 [AUDIO IN SEL] are output as the audio signals. However, when “1394” is selected as the VIDEO IN SEL setting, the audio input signals will also be supplied from the DV connector (digital video interface).

<Note>

The image and sound may be disrupted when this switch’s position is changed.

Front panel

PRESET button

When this is pressed in the CTL mode, the counter display is reset to zero.

QREC INHIBIT switch

This is used to enable or disable recording on the cassette tape. ON : Recording on the cassette tape is disabled.

The REC INHIBIT lamp on the display lights.

OFF : When the cassette tape’s accidental

erasure prevention mechanism is at the recording enable setting, recording onto the cassette tape is enabled.

OCOUNTER button

This is used to switch the counter display. Each time it is pressed, the display is switched by one step in the following sequence: CTL 5 TC 5 UB 5 r 5 PB FORMAT 5 CTL and so on.

CTL : The tape timer (control signal) is displayed. TC : The time code is displayed. UB : The user’s bit is displayed. r:The remaining tape length and total tape

length are displayed in 1-minute increments. Example:

r30-46 = 30 minutes of tape remaining out of a total tape length of 46 minutes

PB FORMAT:

The format of the tape now playing is displayed.

Counter displayPlayback tape format

DVCPRO HD-LP (1080i) DVCPRO HD-LP (720P) DVCPRO HD (1080i) DVCPRO HD (720P) DVCPRO50 (422) DVCPRO (411) DVCPRO50 (420P) DV

DVCAM

Hd 1080 Hd 720P Hd 1080 SP Hd 720P SP Sd 50 Sd 25 Sd 50P The DV lamp on the counter display lights.

–––—

2 This function is operational only when the AJ-

YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

(OPTION)

PUSH PUSH

HD/SD REF VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

OUT

DC OUT

DC IN

SIGNAL

GND

FUSE 250V T2.5AH F1

AC IN

12V 250mA

E M O

T E

AUDIO OUT

(OPTION)

75Ω

(SUPER)

Y/G

OFF

MONITOR

AUDIO

MON OUT

;

Rear panel

Parts and their functions

1AC IN inlet

This is the AC power inlet. Connect the accessory power cable here. When both an AC power supply and DC power supply have been connected, the AC power supply takes priority.

2DC IN socket

This is the input connector for the DC 12V supply voltage. Use the optional AC adapter (AJ-B75 or AJ-B95). When the voltage has dropped to around 10.6V, the unit’s power is automatically turned off. (When “TYPE-A” or “TYPE-B” is not selected as the menu item No.180 [BATTERY SEL] setting) Even when the supply voltage is restored later, the power will not automatically come back on. The POWER switch must be set to OFF and then back to ON several seconds later. When both AC power supply and DC power supply are connected, the AC power supply takes priority.

3DC OUT socket

This is the DC 12V output socket. Power is supplied from here to the external remote controller (AJ-A95). The DC power cable is packed together with the AJ-A95.

4Fuse holder

This holds the AC 250 V/2.5 A fuse (time lag type).

<Note>

Use the fuse specified by Panasonic.

<Note>

Supplying +12V power to the GND terminal by mistake may give rise to ignition, resulting in a fire, or it may cause injury.

Pin No.

1 2 3 4

Signal

Ground

––– –––

+12 V

Pin No.

1 2 3 4

Signal

Ground

––– –––

+12 V

Rear panel

Parts and their functions

=Fan motor

This is provided to cool off the unit.

>Grips

Grips are provided on both sides of the unit, but the unit should be placed on a flat, level surface for operation.

?Option panel

When the AJ-YA120AG or AJ-YAD120AG option is to be installed, remove this panel, and replace it with the panel packed with the option. For details on installation, refer to the instructions accompanying the option concerned.

:AUDIO OUT/MONITOR connector (CH1, CH2,

CH3, CH4)

These are the output connectors for the analog audio signals. The CH3 and CH4 connectors are also used as the audio monitor output connectors (left and right channels). (See page 9)

;AUDIO MONITOR connectors

These are the audio monitor output connectors. The same signals are output as the headphone output signals.

<Note>

The output signal level is fixed.

<REMOTE CONTROL connector

An external remote controller (AJ-95: optional accessory) is connected here to enable the unit to be operated using an external device.

<Notes>

O Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to

REMOTE.

O The connector satisfies the RS-422A interface

standard, but no editing-related functions are operational.

5VIDEO OUT (1, 2, Y/G, P

B/B, PR/R) connectors

By changing the menu item No.615 [V OUT SEL] setting, either analog composite video signals or HD analog component Y (or G) signals are output from the VIDEO OUT1 connector. By selecting the menu item No.616 [OUT MATRIX] setting, Y/P

B/PR or R/G/B signals can be selected

as the HD analog component signals. Video signals with superimposed information embedded can be output from the VIDEO OUT2 connector. Whether superimposed information is to be embedded in the signals is selected using menu item No.005 [SUPER].

<Notes>

O When HD analog component output or HD SDI

output

signals are output with the 60 Hz or 24 Hz system frequency, the SD SDI2signals will be output without the sync signals (NO SYNC), and the analog composite signals will be output in the black-and-white mode (burst OFF).

O A dummy sync signal for preventing the monitor

from operating incorrectly is added to the sync signals in the RGB output.

6TC IN connector

This is used to record an external time code onto the tape.

7TC OUT connector

This is used to output the playback time code during playback. During recording2, the time code generated by the internal time code generator is output from this connector.

8HD/SD REF VIDEO IN connectors and 75Ω

termination switch

These are the input connectors for the HD/SD reference video signal. For termination, set the switch to ON.

<Notes>

O When inputting an HD reference signal to the

connector, input a tri-level sync signal with positive and negative polarities. Also, supply signals matching the input signals and tape format.

O When inputting an SD reference signal to the

connector, use composite video signals which satisfy the RS-170A standard or a black burst signal.

9AUDIO IN connectors (CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4)

These are the input connectors for the analog audio signals.

Pin No.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Signal

Frame Ground

Transmit A

Receive B

Receive Common

––—–

Transmit Common

Transmit B

Receive A

Frame Ground

2 This function is operational only when the AJ-

YA120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

Tapes

Align the cassette with the center of the slot and push it gently inside. The cassette tape is loaded automatically.

Inserting the tape

Usable tapes

POWER

OFF

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO OUT SEL

AUDIO MON SELECT

INPUT

ANALOG

PULL

FOR VAR

3-4

720 PCH1·2CH3·4

REC

CH1

CH2

METER

TAPE

PAUSE/STILL

FFSTOPREW PLAY

REC(OPTION)

EJECT

LOCAL

OFF ON

REC INH (OPTION)

REMOTE

COUNTER

RESET

EESETs DATA rMODEDOWN MENU UPPAGE

M cassette size

L cassette size

Consumer DV, DVCAM cassettes

Standard DV, DVCAM cassettes Mini DV, DVCAM cassettes

Note that long-playing mini DV cassette tapes (80 minutes in standard mode, 120 minutes in long-playing mode) cannot be used. For consumer DV tapes, Panasonic recommends the Panasonic brand.

M cassettes

DVCPRO HD-LP

Tapes with up to 33 minutes of recording/playback (AJ-HP33EMG)

DVCPRO 25/50/50P HD playback tapes

L cassettes

DVCPRO HD-LP

Tapes with up to 92 minutes of recording/playback (AJ-HP64ELG, AJHP92ELG)

DVCPRO 25/50/50P HD playback tapes

Precautions for using consumer DV and DVCAM cassettes

O Use a cassette adapter (AJ-CS455P) when using

mini DV or DVCAM cassette tapes. Inserting a mini DV or DVCAM cassette tape into the unit without using a cassette adapter may cause trouble or malfunctioning.

O Tapes recorded in the LP modes cannot be

played back.

O When editing material recorded on a consumer

DV or DVCAM cassette tape, record the material onto a DVCPRO tape or onto another broadcast VTR before use.

O The maximum transport speed of a mini DV or

DVCAM cassette tape is 32x normal tape speed.

O The images may be disrupted when a consumer

DV or DVCAM cassette tape is played back in a slow motion mode.

O To protect your tapes, refrain as much as

possible from repeatedly cueing up the tapes in consumer DV or DVCAM cassettes at the same place.

O When consumer DV or DVCAM cassette tapes

are used, the maximum STILL TIMER time is set to 10 seconds.

STOP mode

POWER

OFF

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO OUT SEL

AUDIO MON SELECT

INPUT

ANALOG

PULL

FOR VAR

3-4

720 PCH1·2CH3·4

REC

CH1

CH2

METER

TAPE

PAUSE/STILL

FFSTOPREW PLAY

REC(OPTION)

EJECT

LOCAL

OFF ON

REC INH (OPTION)

REMOTE

COUNTER

RESET

EESETs DATA rMODEDOWN MENU UPPAGE

POWER

OFF

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO OUT SEL

AUDIO MON SELECT

INPUT

ANALOG

PULL

FOR VAR

3-4

720 PCH1·2CH3·4

REC

CH1

CH2

METER

TAPE

PAUSE/STILL

FFSTOPREW PLAY

REC(OPTION)

EJECT

LOCAL

OFF ON

REC INH (OPTION)

REMOTE

COUNTER

RESET

EESETs DATA rMODEDOWN MENU UPPAGE

Operation

O If the same locations on the same tape are

repeatedly used, the cumulative standby time at these same locations will continue to mount up. To protect your tapes, minimize the amount of standby time at the same locations on the tapes.

Turning on the unit’s power

Operation

<Note>

Check that the SERVO lamp remains lighted during recording. When it flashes or it is off, the playback images will be disrupted.

This function can be used only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

Recording

Pause/recording (follow-on recording)

Press the PAUSE/STILL button while the cassette tape is playing back.

Press the REC button to set the unit to the REC PAUSE mode.

The monitor display now switches to the E-E screen. When REC-P or ALL has been selected as the menu item No.154 [AUTO BACK] setting, the tape will be rewound for several seconds from the position where the PAUSE/STILL button was pressed.

Press the PAUSE/STILL button to start recording.

The tape now runs as far as the position where the PAUSE/STILL button was pressed in step 1, and recording commences.

<Note>

The E-E screen is now displayed.

Press the PAUSE/STILL button again to temporarily stop the recording.

When REC-P or ALL has been selected as the menu item No.154 [AUTO BACK] setting, the tape will be rewound for several seconds from the position where the PAUSE/STILL button was pressed, and then it will stop temporarily.

Follow-on recording can be performed by repeating steps 3 and 4.

Set the cassette tape’s erasure prevention tab to recording enable, and insert the tape.

1. Selecting the input audio signals

1) Connect the signals to be recorded.

2) Use menu item No.700 [AUDIO IN SEL] to select the audio input signals.

<Note>

When “1394” is selected as the menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] setting, the audio signals are input from the DV connector (digital video interface) regardless of the AUDIO IN SEL setting.

2. Adjusting the analog audio levels

O Adjust the levels of the audio input signals

when analog audio signals have been selected as the audio input signals. When the audio recording level controls are at their pushed-in positions, the audio signals are recorded at the proper levels.

<Note>

When HD SDI signals or signals from the DV connector (digital video interface) are selected as the audio input signals, it is not possible to adjust their level.

While holding down the REC button, press the PLAY button.

The REC and PLAY lamps light, and recording commences. When ALL has been selected as the menu item No.154 [AUTO BACK] setting, the tape is rewound for several seconds from the position where the REC and PLAY buttons were pressed. The tape will run up, and recording will start from the position where the REC and PLAY buttons were pressed so that the new recording will follow on from the previous recording with no disruptions in the continuity of the images.

To end the recording, press the STOP button.

Recording now ends, and the unit is set to the stop mode.

Press the STOP button to set the unit to the STOP mode.

Selecting the input video signals

Use menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] to select the video input signals.

Operation

Cue/review

When the FF or REW button is pressed while one of the search modes (search still, FWD search, REV search, FWD search still or REV search still) is established, the tape is cued or reviewed at the speed which was set using menu item No.150 [SEARCH SPEED]. Furthermore, when the FF is pressed during cue or the REW button is pressed during review, the cue or review speed can be increased to 1.85x normal tape speed. When the FF or REW button is pressed again, the tape is restored to the speed which was set using menu item No.150 [SEARCH SPEED]. When the SEARCH button is pressed in the FF mode or REW mode, the tape first slows down to the speed which was set using menu item No.150 [SEARCH SPEED], and cue or review is then performed. When the PAUSE/STILL button is pressed during cue or review, the tape is temporarily stopped (paused). When it is pressed again, cue or review is resumed.

Playback

Insert a cassette tape into the unit.

Press the PLAY button.

Normal playback now commences.

To end playback, press the STOP button.

The VTR is set to the stop mode.

<Notes>

O Check that the SERVO lamp remains lighted during

recording. When it flashes or it is off, the playback images will be disrupted.

O When playback starts up, the images will be

disrupted for a moment.

Resulting VTR

operation

VTR operation

status

Button operated

SEARCH Search still

FF or REW FF or REW

PLAY or STOP

PLAY PLAY

STOP STOP

Any status

PLAY or STOP PLAY or STOP

SEARCH FWD search (cue)

PLAY or STOP PLAY or STOP

SEARCH REV search (review)

REW

PAUSE/STILL or SEARCH or REW

FWD search (cue)

REW REV search (review)

FWD search still

FWD search speed switching

PAUSE/STILL or SEARCH or REW

REV search (review)

FF FWD search (cue)

REV search still

PLAY or STOP PLAY or STOP

FF FWD search (cue)

REW REV search (review)

Search still

SEARCH FF

REW REV search (review)

PAUSE/STILL FWD search still

FWD search (cue)

SEARCH REW

FF FWD search (cue)

PAUSE/STILL REV search still

REV search (review)

REW

REV search speed switching

Still image playback

Press the PAUSE/STILL button during playback. When it is pressed again, normal playback is restored.

<Notes>

O No sound is heard during still image playback. O Noise may appear on the still images.

Operation

Linear 0.3k playback

The unit is set to the slow still mode when the SEARCH button is pressed during still image playback (PLAY PAUSE). When the FF or REW button is now pressed, the tape is played back at the linear 0.3k speed. Pressing the PAUSE/STILL button during linear 0.3k playback will pause the tape. When the PAUSE/STILL button is pressed again, linear 0.3k playback resumes.

Variable speed playback

(when AJ-A95 is connected)

When the AJ-A95 (option) is connected to the REMOTE connector, the tape speed can be varied by operating the search dial on the AJ-A95.

<Notes>

O Noise may appear on the screen when the tape is

playing back at a speed other than 1k.

O During variable speed playback, the sound

recorded on the analog CUE track is played back.

Resulting VTR

operation

VTR operation

status

Button operated

PAUSE/STILL PLAY PAUSEPLAY

PLAY PLAY

STOP STOP

Any status

STOP 5 FF

STOP 5 REW

REW

Any status

PAUSE/STILL or PLAY

PLAY

SEARCH Slow still

PLAY PAUSE

PLAY PLAY

FF FWD slowSlow still

REW REV slow

PAUSE/STILL or SEARCH or FF

FWD slow

REW REV slow

FWD slow still

PAUSE/STILL or SEARCH or REW

REV slow

FF FWD slow

REV slow still

REW REV slow

SEARCH or PAUSE/STILL

FWD slow still

FWD slow

FF FWD slow

SEARCH or PAUSE/STILL

REV slow still

REV slow

Operation

Repeat playback

Setting the BEGIN and END points Setting the repeat playback mode

Set the VTR to the menu mode.

(This is done by setting the LOCAL/MENU/ REMOTE switch to the MENU position).

Set the VTR to the menu mode.

(This is done by setting the LOCAL/MENU/ REMOTE switch to the MENU position).

Select menu item No.160 [MEMORY MODE], and select the repeat playback mode.

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

<Notes>

O The image will deteriorate if the same tape is

played back over and over again. Once a tape has been played back for a hundred or so times, replace it with a new one.

O The image which is to be output when the tape is

returned to the BEGIN point in the repeat playback mode can be set using menu item No.163 [REPT MODE]. When FREEZE is selected as the menu item No.163 [REPT MODE] setting, the playback image will not freeze properly if the tape end is set to serve as the END point. Set the END point in a section of the tape where images have been recorded.

O If the counter display mode (TC/CTL) established

using the menu item No.161 [CTL (TC) BGN] or No.162 [END] setting and the counter display mode (TC/CTL) in which repeat playback is to be performed do not correspond, the REPEAT lamp flashes, and the repeat playback operation will not be performed.

Select menu item No.161 [CTL (TC) BGN] or No.162 [END], and press the DATA+ button (PAUSE/STILL button) or DATA- button (PLAY button). <Note>

Whether a setting is to be entered can be selected by operating the DATA+ button and DATA– button. The – –:– –:– –:– – display appears when there is no setting. When repeat playback is performed in this status, the BEGIN point serves as the tape start and END point as the tape end.

Use the COUNTER button to select TC or CTL. <Note>

When the RESET button is pressed, the display is reset to 00:00:00:00.

Use the UP button (FF button) and DOWN button (STOP button) to select the digit to be changed (the one that is flashing).

The frame digits cannot be selected, and they always appear as “00.”

The DATA+ button (PAUSE/STILL button) and DATA– button (PLAY button) are used to change the value displayed.

After performing the settings, press the SET button (REC button).

The settings are now stored in the memory.

<Note>

If the MODE button (SEARCH) button is pressed without first pressing the SET button after the settings have been performed, the settings will not be stored in the memory and the statuses established prior to those settings will be restored.

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

Setting

Operation

OFF Normal operation

M-STOP

When the tape is fast forwarded or rewound, it stops near the BEGIN point.

REPT1

When the tape is played back to the END point, it is rewound to the BEGIN point where it stops.

CONT

When the tape is played back to the END point, it is rewound to the BEGIN point and played back again, and these operations are repeated.

<Notes>

O Displayed as the initial value is the current value of

the time code generator.

O Pressing the RESET button while TC PRESET is

being set (status in which the numbers are flashing) will reset the setting to 00000000.

O The time code cannot be set when REGEN is set

using a combination of menu items No.503 [TCG MODE] and No.505 [TCG REGEN].

O When the MODE button (SEARCH button) is

pressed without first pressing the SET button after the setting has been performed, the time code setting is canceled, and the display returns to the regular menu screen.

Time code & user’s bit

Time code

The time code signals generated by the time code generator (time code signal generator) are recorded on the tape, and their values are read by the time code reader (time code signal reader) to indicate absolute positions on the tape in increments of hours, minutes, seconds and frames.

The time code itself is written in the sub code area (data area) of the helical track. This enables the VTR’s playback speed to be read from the stop mode to slow playback or even to highspeed playback. The time code values are indicated on the display or superimposed onto the screen.

TCR. 00 : 07 : 04 : 24

tttt

Hours Minutes Seconds Frames

User’s bit

The user’s bit is a 32-bit (8-digit) information frame among the time code signals which has been released to users. It can be used to record the operator number or other such information.

The alphanumerics which can be used for the user’s bit are the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A, B, D, E and F.

Setting the time code

(from the menu)

Set the VTR to the menu mode.

(This is done by setting the LOCAL/MENU/ REMOTE switch to the MENU position).

Set menu item No.507 [TC SOURCE] to INT.

Select menu item No.530 [TC PRESET].

When the DATA+ button (PAUSE/STILL button) or DATA– button (PLAY button) is pressed, the value of the first digit starts flashing.

When the MENU-UP button (FF button) or MENU-DOWN button (STOP button) is pressed, the next digit whose value is to be changed starts flashing.

Use the DATA+ button (PAUSE/STILL button) or DATA– button (PLAY button) to change the value.

After performing the setting, press the SET button (REC) button.

(The display now returns to the regular menu screen.)

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

This function can be used only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

Setting the time code

(from the front panel)

Hold down the RESET button for at least two seconds.

Now perform steps

4 to 7 of “Setting the time

code (from the menu).”

When AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJYAD120AG (optional accessory) has been installed and INT has been selected as the menu item No.507 [TC SOURCE] setting, the time code can be set from the front panel.

<Notes>

O When a drop frame time code is read, the colon

between the seconds and frames is replaced with a period.

O When the time code signal is temporarily missing, it

is automatically filled in by the CTL signal. Below are displayed.

2R 00 : 07 : 04 : 24

In the case of a drop frame, a period (.) appears in place of the colon between the seconds and frames.

Superimposed display

Time code & user’s bit

Setting the user’s bit

Set the VTR to the menu mode.

(This is done by setting the LOCAL/MENU/ REMOTE switch to the MENU position).

Select menu item No.531 [UB PRESET].

The following steps are the same as for setting the time code.

Playing back the time code and user’s bit

Set the unit to the STOP mode.

Set the COUNTER button to TC or UB. TC : The time code is displayed. UB : The user’s bit is displayed.

Press the PLAY button.

Playback commences, and the time code appears on the display. When CMPST has been selected as the menu item No.005 [SUPER] setting, the time code value is superimposed onto the video signals which are output from the VIDEO OUT2 connector.

An asterisk 2 appears here when the time code signal is temporarily missing.

TC 00 : 07 : 04 : 24 UB

In the case of a drop frame, a period (.) appears in place of the colon between the seconds and frames.

Counter display

This flashes when the time code signal is temporarily missing.

This function can be used only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) is installed.

Display position

The position where the superimposed characters are displayed can be changed using menu items No.007 [CHARA H-POS] and No.008 [CHARA V-POS].

Superimposed screen displays

<Note>

When the DATA+ button or DATA– button is pressed together with the PAGE button, the superimposing can be displayed and the established settings can be checked. Even while the PAGE button is pressed, the actual statuses can be checked using the DATA+ button or DATA– button. The original display is restored when the MODE button or SET button is pressed.

The control signal, time code, etc. are displayed on the TV monitor in the form of abbreviations when the unit’s VIDEO OUT2 connector is connected to a TV monitor. In addition, when the optional AJ-YA120AG is installed, the connector from which the superimposing is output can be changed using the menu item No.005 [SUPER] setting. (See page 33)

Characters displayed

The background of the characters superimposed on the display can be changed using menu item No.009 [CHARA TYPE].

TCR 22: 22: 22:

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TTCCRR

2222

TV monitor

Remaining tape display

The display position for the remaining tape display can be changed using the menu item No.003 [REMAIN SEL] setting. (See page 33)

The figure shows what is displayed when R/TTL has been selected as the menu item No.003 [REMAIN SEL] setting.

TCR 22: 22: 22: 22R23

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TV monitor

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Abbreviation CTL (control signal) TCR (time code playback value) UBR (user’s bit playback value)

Remaining tape time

Total tape duration

Superimposed screen displays

<Note>

When the tape start or end is detected during VTR operation mode, “BOT (beginning of tape) or EOT (end of tape) is indicated at the start of the line.

Display examples:

EOT STOP

(STOP status at tape end)

BOT STANDBY OFF

(standby status at tape start)

Operation mode

What data is to be displayed can be selected using menu item No.006 [DISPLAY SEL].

TIME:

Counter value

T&STA:

Counter value, VTR operation mode

T&S&M:

Counter value, VTR operation mode, tape format and error messages

T&RT:

Counter value, time of recording

T&YMD:

Counter value, date of recording (year 5 month 5 day, in this sequence)

T&MDY:

Counter value, date of recording (month 5 day 5 year, in this sequence)

T&DMY:

Counter value, date of recording (day 5 month 5 year, in this sequence)

T&UB:

Counter value, user’s bit The time code is displayed following the user’s bit when UB is selected using the COUNTER button.

T&CTL:

Counter value, tape timer The time code is displayed following the tape timer when CTL is selected using the COUNTER button.

T&T:

Counter value, time code

<Note>

REC TIME and REC DATE are displayed only when a DV or DVCAM format tape is being played back. The operation mode is displayed when a DVCPRO HD-LP, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO P or DVCPRO format tape is used.

Counter value

TIME mode

TCR 22: 22: 22:

TV monitor

Counter value

T&STA mode

TCR 22: 22: 22:

STOP

TV monitor

VTR operation mode

Counter value

T&S&M mode

TCR 22: 22: 22:

STOP

DVCPRO_HD

TV monitor

VTR operation mode Tape format and error

message

Setup (initial settings)

This unit’s main settings can be performed and checked using the on-screen menus which are displayed on the video monitor connected to the unit. It is also possible to perform and check the settings using the item numbers and setting numbers which are indicated on the front panel display. Furthermore, a user setting memory in which to store one set of settings is provided, enabling the desired settings to be stored for future use.

Setting method using the onscreen menus

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the MENU position.

The unit is set to the menu setting mode, and the menu screen appears on the video monitor.

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor (2) to the item which is to be changed.

The pages can be scrolled up or down by pressing the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button while holding down the PAGE button.

Press the DATA+ button or DATA– button to change the setting.

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

This completes the menu setting procedure.

Press the SET button to enter the setting.

To make changes to any other items, repeat steps

4, 5 and 6.

<Note>

The setting can be canceled by pressing the MODE button. To change another item without entering the setting, press the MODE button, and then repeat steps 4, 5 and 6.

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor (2) to the menu where changes are to be made.

Press the MODE button, and set the menu items.

To return to the menu screen, press the MODE button while holding down the PAGE button.

In the menu setting mode, the REW, STOP, FF, SEARCH, PLAY, PAUSE/STILL and REC function buttons work as the PAGE, MENUDOWN, MENU-UP, MODE, DATA–, DATA+ and SET buttons.

SET–UP MENU MAIN

NO.00

2 00 SYSTEM

000 BASIC 100 OPERATION 200 INTERFACE 400 TAPE PROTECT 500 TIME CODE 600 VIDEO 700 AUDIO

A00 MENU

Returning to the factory settings

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the MENU position.

The unit is set to the menu setting mode, and the menu screen appears on the video monitor.

Press the RESET button.

The unit is now set to the default setting mode, and the default setting screen now appears on the video monitor.

SELECT MODE

2 0 ESCAPE

1 LOAD 2 SAVE 3 PROTECT

Setup (initial settings)

SET–UP MENU <LOAD>

2 NO

FACTORY USER (ALL) USER (NOT SYSTEM)

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the FACTORY position, and press the SET button.

O When the cursor is moved to FACTORY and

this operation is performed, all the settings except the SYSTEM menu settings are returned to the factory settings.

O When the cursor is moved to NO and this

operation is performed, the display returns to the menu screen without restoring the factory settings.

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the USER (ALL) position, and press the SET button.

O When the cursor is moved to USER (NOT

SYSTEM) and this operation is performed, all the settings except the SYSTEM menu settings are updated.

O When the cursor is moved to NO and this

operation is performed, the display returns to the menu screen without updating the settings.

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

This completes the menu setting procedure.

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

This completes the menu setting procedure.

SET–UP MENU <SAVE>

2 NO

USER (ALL) USER (NOT SYSTEM)

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the SAVE position, and press the SET button.

The unit is set to the SAVE mode, and the SAVE screen appears on the video monitor.

SAVE OK?

2 NO

YES

The screen prompting the user to confirm whether the settings are to be saved now appears. To save the settings, press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the YES position, and press the SET button.

The settings are now stored in the memory.

Setting the user defaults

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the MENU position.

The unit is set to the menu setting mode, and the menu screen appears on the video monitor.

Perform the operations in steps 2 to 6 for “Setting method using the on-screen menus,” and change to the desired settings.

Press the RESET button.

The unit is now set to the default setting mode, and the default setting screen now appears on the video monitor.

SELECT MODE

2 0 ESCAPE

1 LOAD 2 SAVE 3 PROTECT

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the LOAD position, and press the SET button.

The unit is set to the LOAD mode, and the LOAD screen appears on the video monitor.

Loading the user defaults

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the MENU position.

The unit is set to the menu setting mode, and the menu screen appears on the video monitor.

Press the RESET button.

The unit is now set to the default setting mode, and the default setting screen now appears on the video monitor.

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the LOAD position, and press the SET button.

The unit is set to the LOAD mode, and the LOAD screen appears on the video monitor.

SELECT MODE

2 0 ESCAPE

1 LOAD 2 SAVE 3 PROTECT

SET–UP MENU <LOAD>

2 NO

FACTORY USER (ALL) USER (NOT SYSTEM)

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the USER (ALL) position, and press the SET button.

O When the cursor is moved to USER (NOT

SYSTEM) and this operation is performed, everything except the SYSTEM menu settings operates according to the user settings stored in the memory.

O When the cursor is moved to NO and this

operation is performed, the display returns to the menu screen without changing to the user settings stored in the memory.

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

This completes the menu setting procedure.

Menu protection

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the MENU position.

The unit is set to the menu setting mode, and the menu screen appears on the video monitor.

By setting the unit to the menu protection mode, the setup menu can no longer be opened even when the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch is set to the MENU position.

Press the RESET button.

The unit is now set to the default setting mode, and the default setting screen now appears on the video monitor.

SELECT MODE

2 0 ESCAPE

1 LOAD 2 SAVE 3 PROTECT

MENU PROTECT OK?

2 NO

YES

To initiate menu protection, press the MENUUP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the YES position, and press the SET button.

The menu screen now appears.

Setup (initial settings)

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the PROTECT position, and press the SET button.

The unit is set to the menu protection setting mode, and the screen prompting the user to confirm the menu protection appears on the video monitor.

Press the MENU-UP button or MENU-DOWN button to move the cursor to the NO position, and press the SET button.

The menu protection mode is now released.

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

The unit is now set to the menu protection mode. When the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch is set to the MENU position, the unit is not set to the menu setting mode, and “MENU PROTECTED” appears on the video monitor screen.

<Note>

If, during the setting of the menu protection mode, the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch is set to the MENU position while the COUNTER button on the front panel is held down, the unit is set to the menu setting mode, and the regular menu settings can be performed. Perform steps 2 to 7 of “Setting method using the on-screen menus.”

Setup (initial settings)

Releasing the menu protection mode

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the MENU position while holding down the COUNTER button on the front panel.

The unit is set to the menu setting mode, and the menu screen appears on the video monitor.

MENU PROTECT OK?

2 NO

YES

Perform steps 2 and 3 of the menu protection procedure described above.

The screen prompting the user to confirm whether to initiate menu protection appears on the video monitor.

Displaying the DIAG menu

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the MENU position while holding down the EJECT button.

The unit is set to the DIAG display mode, and the hour meter and deck serial No. appear on the video monitor.

Items with “r” can be reset when the unit is serviced.

DIAG–MENU HOURS METER Ser

222222222

H00 OPERATION 00000H H01 DRUM RUN 00000H H02 TAPE RUN 00000H H03 THREADING 00000T H04 F LOADING 00000T H11 DRUM RUN r 00000H H12 TAPE RUN r 00000H H13 THREADING r 00000T H14 F LOADING r 00000T

With the hour meter displayed, press the SEARCH button.

The software version appears on the video monitor.

The hour meter display is restored when the SEARCH button is pressed again.

DIAG–MENU SOFT VERSION

SYSIF 1.

22-22-2.22

AVDV 1.22-22-2.22 SERVO 1.22-22-2.22 END

Set the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch to the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

The unit is restored to its regular mode.

The unit comes with a function for displaying the “hour meter,” “software version” and “deck serial No.” on the video monitor.

Setup menus

Menus which are displayed

The menus displayed differ depending on the setting selected for menu item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] and on the optional boards (AJ-YA120AG, AJ-YAD120AG) which have been installed.

No. Superimposed display

No optional

board installed

AJ-YA120AG

installed

AJ-YAD120AG

installed

Both optional boards

installed

59/60 50i/25P

59/60 25 (HD)23/24 50i/25P 25 (SD)

59/60 50i/25P

59/60 25 (HD)23/24 50i/25P 25 (SD)

SYS H (HD)12

No No No

SYS SC (SD)14

No No No

VO SYS H (SD)15

No No No

SD SYS H (SD)16

No No No

SCH COAR (SD)18

No No No

SCH FINE (SD)19

No No No

AV PHASE20

SYSTEM FREQ25

HD SYS H ADV26

No NoNo No No No No NoNo No No

LOCAL ENA001

TAPE TIMER002

NoNo No NoNo No

REMAIN SEL003

SUPER005

DISPLAY SEL006

CHARA H POS007

CHARA V POS008

CHARA TYPE009

SYS FORMAT020

No NoNo No No No NoNo No No

PB FORMAT022

FORMAT SEL023

HD FREQUENCY030

No NoNo No No NoNo No

OUT REF031

No No No No No

SHTL MAX101

FF. REW MAX102

REF ALARM104

No No No

EJECT EE SEL106

EE MODE SEL107

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

PLAY DELAY108

CAP LOCK109

NoNo No NoNo No

AUTO REW110

FRZ MODE SEL112

REC INH LAMP114

EJECT SW INH115

No NoNo No NoNo No

SP MODE INH118

No NoNo No NoNo No

SEARCH SPEED150

HUMID OPE152

AUTO BACK154

No NoNo No NoNo No

MEMORY MODE160

CTL BGN/TC BGN161

END162

REPT MODE163

BATTERY SEL180

TYPE-A NEAR181

TYPE-A END182

Setup menus

No. Superimposed display

No optional

board installed

AJ-YA120AG

installed

AJ-YAD120AG

installed

Both optional boards

installed

59/60 50i/25P

59/60 25 (HD)23/24 50i/25P 25 (SD)

59/60 50i/25P

59/60 25 (HD)23/24 50i/25P 25 (SD)

TYPE-B NEAR183

TYPE-B END184

ID SEL202

STILL TIMER400

SRC PROTECT401

DRUM STDBY402

STOP PROTECT403

VITC BLANK500

NoNo NoNo

VITC POS-1501

NoNo NoNo

VITC POS-2502

NoNo NoNo

TCG MODE503

No NoNo No NoNo No

RUN MODE504

No NoNo No NoNo No

TCG REGEN505

No NoNo No NoNo No

TC SOURCE507

No NoNo No NoNo No

BINARY GP508

No NoNo No NoNo No

PHASE CORR509

TCG CF FLAG510

No NoNo No NoNo No

DF MODE511

No NoNo No No No NoNo No No

TC OUT REF512

No NoNo No NoNo No

VITC OUT513

HD EMBD VITC514

No No No No No

HD EMBD LTC515

No No No No No

TC PRESET530

No NoNo No NoNo No

UB PRESET531

No NoNo No NoNo No

VIDEO IN SEL600

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

VIDEO INT SG601

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

SDI IN MODE602

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

V-MUTE SEL603

FREEZE SEL604

V OUT SEL615

No No No No

OUT MATRIX616

No No

DOWNCON MODE620

No No

UPCON V MODE621

No No No No No No No

D/C ENH H626

No No

D/C ENH V627

No No

U/C ENH H628

No No No No No No No

U/C ENH V629

No No No No No No No

1080i>HD_OUT630

No NoNo No No No No NoNo No No

720p>HD_OUT632

No NoNo No No No No NoNo No No

480p>HD_OUT634

No NoNo No No No No NoNo No No

480i>HD_OUT636

No NoNo No No No No NoNo No No

BLK CLIP676

No NoNo No No NoNo No

CC (F1) BLANK680

No NoNo No No No NoNo No No

CC (F2) BLANK681

No NoNo No No No NoNo No No

EDH (SD)684

No No No No No

ESR MODE (SD)685

No No No No No No No

CCR MODE (SD)686

No No No No No No No

No No

SDI INDEX 0687

No No No No No No

VO SETUP (SD)683

No No No No No No No No No

VO SETUP (HD)682

No No No No No No No No No

<Note>

For details on menu items No.880 to 899, refer to the instructions accompanying the AJ-YAD120AG.

Setup menus

No. Superimposed display

No optional

board installed

AJ-YA120AG

installed

AJ-YAD120AG

installed

Both optional boards

installed

59/60 50i/25P

59/60 25 (HD)23/24 50i/25P 25 (SD)

59/60 50i/25P

59/60 25 (HD)23/24 50i/25P 25 (SD)

AUDIO IN SEL700

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

CH1 IN LV701

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

CH2 IN LV702

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

CH3 IN LV703

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

CH4 IN LV704

No NoNo No No No NoNo No

CH1 OUT LV706

CH2 OUT LV707

CH3/L OUT LV708

CH4/R OUT LV709

REC CUE730

No NoNo No NoNo No

PB FADE731

EMBEDDED AUD732

No No No

DV PB ATT759

REC PT MUTE760

AUD RATE CON762

CUE OUT SEL765

MONI SEL769

MONITOR MIX770

H. PHONE MIX771

AUD OUT SEL780

IN IMP SEL781

No NoNo No NoNo No

DIF SPEED880

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

DIF IN CH882

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

DIF OUT CH883

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

DIF CONFIG886

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

DIF AUD OUT890

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

DIF DV AUDIO891

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

HD>DIF OUT894

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

50M>DIF OUT895

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

25M>DIF OUT896

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

DIF SUPER899

No No NoNo No No NoNo No

P. ON LOADA02

SYSTEM

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

15 VO SYS H (SD) 0000

0858

1716

–858

858

For adjusting the system phase of the VIDEO output signals (in 37 ns increments). –: The phase is advanced. +: The phase is delayed.

<Note>

The setting range is –864 to 0 to 864 when 50i/25P, 25 (HD) or 25 (SD) is selected as the menu item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] setting.

16 SD SYS H (SD) 0000

0858

1716

–858

858

For adjusting the system phase of the SD SDI output signals (in 37 ns increments). –: The phase is advanced. +: The phase is delayed.

<Note>

The setting range is –864 to 0 to 864 when 50i/25P, 25 (HD) or 25 (SD) is selected as the menu item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] setting.

18 SCH COAR (SD) 0000

0001 0002 0003

90 180 270

For adjusting the SCH (sub-carrier to horizontal) phase of the VIDEO output signals (4 positions in 90-degree increments). The SC phase changes, and the H phase remains unchanged.

19 SCH FINE (SD) 0000

0032

0064

–32

For adjusting the SCH (sub-carrier to horizontal) phase of the VIDEO output signals (variable range of over ±45 degrees). The SC phase changes, and the H phase remains unchanged. A range of ±180 degrees is covered by using this setting in combination with item No.18 [SCH COAR(SD).

20 AV PHASE 0000

0100

0200

–100

100

For adjusting the phase of the AUDIO output signals in relation to the VIDEO output signals (in 20.8 µs increments). –: The phase of the audio output signals is advanced in relation to the video output

signals.

+: The phase of the audio output signals is delayed in relation to the video output

signals.

Setup menus

12 SYS H (HD) 0000

1100

2200

–1100

1100

For adjusting the system phase of the HD SDI output signals (in 13.5 ns increments). –: The phase is advanced. +: The phase is delayed.

<Note>

The setting range is as follows: O –1320 to 0 to 1320 when 50i/25P, 25 (HD) or 25 (SD) is selected as the

SYSTEM FREQ setting

O –1375 to 0 to 1375 when 23/24 is selected as the SYSTEM FREQ setting

14 SYS SC (SD) 0000

0108

0216

–108

108

For adjusting the system phase of the VIDEO output and SD SDI output signals (total variable range of over ±180 degrees). –: The phase is advanced. +: The phase is delayed.

SYSTEM

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

25 SYSTEM FREQ

0000 0001

0002

0003

0004

59/60

50i/25P

23/24

25 (HD)

25 (SD)

For selecting the system frequency 0: The 59.94 Hz or 60 Hz system frequency is selected. 1: The 50 Hz or 25 PsF system frequency is selected.

At this setting, the 1080/25 PsF format signals can be recorded and played back

in the same way as with the 1080/50i format. 2: The 23.98 Hz or 24 Hz system frequency is selected. 3: The 25 Hz system frequency is selected. However, black signals are output

from the SD SDI output and analog composite connectors. 4: The 25 Hz system frequency is selected. However, black signals are output

from the HD SDI output and analog component connectors.

<Note>

Merely changing this item’s setting only causes the menu item to flash, and the setting itself is not reflected in the unit. To reflect a new setting in the unit, turn off the power and then turn it back on.

26 HD SYS H ADV

0000

0001

90H

For selecting the output whose HD output phase is to be advanced by 90H in relation to the SD output. 0: Both the HD and SD signals are output in phase with the HD and SD REF

output signals. 1: The HD signals are output at a phase advanced by 90H from the SD output

signals.

When the SD REF signal is input, the REF input and SD output are in-phase,

and when the HD REF signal is input, the REF input and HD output are in-

phase.

<Notes>

O The audio signals and TC signal are output in phase with the HD output. O With the 720p format, there is a phase difference of 120H between them. O This item’s setting is fixed to “0H” when “1394” is selected as the menu item

No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] setting or when an SD format tape is being played

back.

Setup menus

2 This appears when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

001 LOCAL ENA

0000 0001 0002

DIS

ST&EJ

ENA

For setting the buttons on the front panel which can be operated when the LOCAL/MENU/REMOTE switch is at the REMOTE position. 0: None of the buttons can be operated. 1: Only the STOP and EJECT buttons can be operated. 2: All of the buttons with the exception of COUNTER and RESET can be operated.

002 TAPE TIMER

0000 0001

±12h

24h

For setting how the time is to be displayed on the CTL counter display. 0: 12-hour display 1: 24-hour display

003 REMAIN SEL

0000 0001 0002 0003

OFF

2L 1L

R/TTL

For setting the superimposing of the remaining tape time and/or total tape duration displays onto the VIDEO OUT2 connector. 0: No displays are superimposed. 1: The remaining tape time is displayed on the second line. 2: The remaining tape time is displayed on the first line. 3: The remaining tape time is displayed on the first line and the total tape duration

on the second line.

<Notes>

O The information will not be displayed when 2L is set and TIME is selected as the

menu item No.006 [DISPLAY SEL] setting. O The remaining tape time will not be displayed when R/TTL is set and TIME is

selected as the menu item No.006 [DISPLAY SEL] setting.

005 SUPER

0000 0001 0002

0003

0004

0005

0006

OFF

CMPST

CMPNT

SDSDI

HDSDI

CPS&SD

CPN&HD

For setting the superimposing of the displays onto various connectors. 0: The displays are superimposed onto none of the output connectors. 1: The displays are superimposed onto VIDEO OUT2. 2: The displays are superimposed onto the HD component output (Y). 3: The displays are superimposed onto SD SDI OUT. 4: The displays are superimposed onto HD SDI OUT. 5: The displays are superimposed onto VIDEO OUT2 and SD SDI OUT. 6: The displays are superimposed onto the HD component output (Y) and HD SDI

OUT.

BASIC

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

Setup menus

<Note>

Even when OFF is selected as the menu item No.005 [SUPER] setting, the superimposing will be displayed in accordance with what is set using menu item No.006 [DISPLAY SEL] during the menu settings. Once the menu settings are exited, the display follows the setting selected for menu item No.005 [SUPER].

2 This appears when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) has been installed.

BASIC

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

Setup menus

“

” indicates the factory setting.

009 CHARA TYPE

0000 0001

WHITE

W/OUT

For setting the superimposed display and menu display type. 0: White characters are displayed on a black background. 1: White characters with black edges are displayed.

008 CHARA V-POS 0000

0023

0032

For setting the vertical position at which the superimposed characters are to be displayed.

007

CHARA H-POS

0000

0006

0037

For setting the horizontal position at which the superimposed characters are to be displayed.

<Note>

If the PAGE button and DATA+ button or DATA– button are pressed when menu items No.007 [CHARA H-POS] and No.008 [CHARA V-POS] are set, the superimposed information is displayed so that its setting can be checked. Even while the PAGE button is pressed, the actual statuses can be checked using the DATA+ button or DATA– button.

006 DISPLAY SEL

0000

0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007

0008

0009

TIME

T&STA

T&S&M

T&RT T&YMD T&MDY T&DMY

T&UB

T&CTL

T&T

For setting what the information to be superimposed. 0: Only the data is displayed.

(“Data” refers to the CTL, TC or UB value selected by the COUNTER button.) 1: The data and operation status are displayed. 2: The data, operation status and mode are displayed. 3: The data and REC TIME are displayed. 4: The data and REC DATE (year/month/day) are displayed. 5: The data and REC DATE (month/day/year) are displayed. 6: The data and REC DATE (day/month/year) are displayed. 7: The data and user’s bit are displayed. The time code is displayed after the

user’s bit when the COUNTER button is set to UB. 8: The data and CTL are displayed. The time code is displayed after the CTL data

when the COUNTER button is set to CTL. 9: The data and time code are displayed.

<Notes>

O Depending on the format used, the following displays appear for the modes.

DVCPRO HD-LP 5 DVCPRO_HD-LP

DVCPRO HD 5 DVCPRO_HD

DVCPRO50 5 DVCPRO_50

DVCPRO50P 5 DVCPRO_P

DVCPRO 5 DVCPRO

DV 5 DV

DVCAM 5 DVCAM O When T&S&M is selected as the item setting, an error message is

superimposed onto the display when a warning or error occurs. O REC TIME and REC DATE are displayed only during DV or DVCAM playback.

The operation mode is displayed with the DVCPRO HD-LP, DVCPRO HD,

DVCPRO50, DVCPRO50P or DVCPRO format.

Setup menus

030 HD FREQUENCY

0000 0001

59/23 60/24

For setting the field frequency. 0: The field frequency is set to 59.94/23.98 Hz. 1: The field frequency is set to 60/24 Hz.

<Note>

The field frequency which is set here takes effect only when there is no input which supports the OUT REF setting. If there is an input which supports the setting, the field frequency is consistent with the field frequency of input.

031 OUT REF

0000

0001

0002

0003

AUTO

INPUT

HD REF

SD REF

For selecting the video output reference. 0: The REF signal (HD/SD) which is input to the REF connector is automatically

identified and serves as the reference.

If no signal is supplied to the REF connector, the HD serial input signal serves

as the reference.

If neither the REF input signal nor HD serial input signal is supplied, the internal

sync signal serves as the reference. 1: The HD serial input signal serves as the reference.

If this signal is not available, the unit’s internal reference is used. 2: The HD REF input signal serves as the reference.

If this signal is not available, the unit’s internal reference is used. 3: The SD REF input signal serves as the reference.

If this signal is not available, the unit’s internal reference is used.

<Note>

When “1394” is selected as the menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] setting, the output picture in the E-E mode or output picture during recording may be disturbed in the vertical direction even when this item is set. However, there will be no problem with the pictures which are recorded on the tape.

023 FORMAT SEL

0000

0001

0002 0003 0004 0005 0006

HD-LP

HD-SP

422 411

420p

DVCAM

For selecting the format when MANUAL is selected as the menu item No.022 [PB FORMAT] setting. 0: The DVCPRO HD-LP format is selected, and the format follows the menu item

No.020 [SYS FORMAT] setting. 1: The DVCPRO HD format is selected, and the format follows the menu item

No.020 [SYS FORMAT] setting. 2: The DVCPRO50 (422) format is selected. 3: The DVCPRO (411) format is selected. 4: The DVCPROP (420p) format is selected. 5: The DV format is selected. 6: The DVCAM format is selected.

“

” indicates the factory setting.

BASIC

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

020 SYS FORMAT

0000 0001

1080i

720p

For setting the format in which to record or play back the signals including the HD REF signals. 0: 1080i mode 1: 720p mode

022 PB FORMAT

0000

0001

MANUAL

AUTO

For setting the format in which to play back the tape. 0: The tape is played back in the format selected by the menu item No.020 [SYS

FORMAT] setting. 1: The tape is played back in the format selected by the format in which the tape

was recorded.

MANUAL

AUTO

1080i

720p

HD-LP DVCPRO HD-LP (1080i)

Formats for playback

Depending on how the menu item No.020 [SYS FORMAT], No.022 [PB FORMAT] and No.023 [FORMAL SEL] settings are combined, the formats of the tapes played back by the unit differ as shown in the table below.

022.

PB FORMAT

Playback format

020.

SYS FORMAT

023.

FORMAT SEL

HD-SP DVCPRO HD (1080i)

50M DVCPRO50 (422)

25M DVCPRO (411)

50Mp DVCPROP (420p)

DV DV

DVCAM DVCAM

HD-LP DVCPRO HD-LP (720p)

HD-SP DVCPRO HD (720p)

50M DVCPRO50 (422)

25M DVCPRO (411)

50Mp DVCPROP (420p)

DV DV

DVCAM

If AUTO is selected as the menu item No.022 [PB FORMAT] setting, the format applying when the format is not yet detected (when the tape inserted) follows the menu item No.023 [FORMAL SEL] setting. However, if DV or DVCAM is selected, operation proceeds as if HD-LP is selected.

DVCAM

DVCPRO HD-LP (1080i/720p), DVCPRO HD (1080i/720p), DVCPRO50 (422), DVCPRO (411), DVCPROP (420p), DC or DVCAM format is detected automatically.

<Notes>

O When the tape is ejected, the format follows the one selected by menu item No.020 [SYS FORMAT] setting. O During DVCPROP playback, the format is down-converted to 480i and output.

Setup menus

101 SHTL MAX

0000 0001 0002

X8.4

X16 X32

For setting the maximum speed in the shuttle mode when using the external controller connected to the 9-pin remote connector. 0: 8.4k normal speed 1: 16k normal speed 2: 32k normal speed

<Note>

The maximum speed for the HD SP mode is automatically limited to 25k normal speed.

102 FF.REW MAX

0000 0001 0002

X16 X32 X50

For setting the maximum speed of fast forward or rewind operations. 0: 16k normal speed 1: 32k normal speed 2: 50k normal speed

<Notes>

O The maximum speed for the DV and DVCAM modes is automatically limited to

32k normal speed. O The maximum speed for the HD SP mode is automatically limited to 25k normal

speed.

104 REF ALARM

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether a warning is to be displayed when the REF VIDEO signal is not connected. 0: No warning is displayed. 1: A warning is displayed by the flashing STOP lamp.

106 EJECT EE SEL

0000

0001

0002

BLACK

GRAY

For setting the video and audio output statuses during eject. 0: Both the video and audio signals are always output in the E-E (electric

modulation to electric playback) mode regardless of the position of the TAPE/EE

switch. 1: The output status differs according to the position of the TAPE/EE switch.

EE: The signals are output in the E-E mode.

TAPE: BLACK is output for the video, and the audio is muted. 2: The output status differs according to the position of the TAPE/EE switch.

EE: The signals are output in the E-E mode.

TAPE: GRAY is output for the video, and the audio is muted.

<Note>

The EE pictures will be all black when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJYAD120AG (optional accessory) is not installed.

OPERATION

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

Setup menus

107 EE MODE SEL

0000 0001

NORMAL

THRU

For selecting the output signals in the EE mode. 0: Signals delayed by the time taken by internal signal processing are output. 1: Signal processing is not undertaken internally, and the signals are output

without delay at their original timing.

<Note>

The superimposed information is not displayed when THRU is used as the setting.

109 CAP LOCK

0000 0001 0002

2F 4F 8F

For selecting in how many field increments the playback framing is to be locked. 0: 2F 1: 4F 2: 8F

<Notes>

O 8F can be selected only when 50 is selected as the menu item No.25 [SYSTEM

FREQ] setting. O In the HD LP or HD SP mode, the 2F mode is selected during recording2,

including follow-on recording, and playback regardless of the menu item’s

setting.

108 PLAY DELAY 0000

0015

For setting the play rise time in frame increments.

“

” indicates the factory setting.

2 This appears when the AJ-YA120AG (optional accessory) or AJ-YAD120AG (optional accessory) has been

installed.

152 HUMID OPE

0000 0001

OFF

For setting the unit’s operation when condensation has formed. 0: The unit does not operate when condensation has formed. 1: It operates even when condensation has formed but no guarantees are made

that the operation will be trouble-free.

<Note>

Since operating the unit when condensation has formed may damage the tape or give rise to other trouble, the “0” setting (no operation) is recommended under normal circumstances.

OPERATION

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

Setup menus

115 EJECT SW INH

0000 0001

REC

OFF

For setting whether to restrict the operation of the EJECT button on the front panel. 0: Operation is inhibited while the unit is in the recording mode. 1: The EJECT button can be operated in all operation modes.

118 SP MODE INH

0000 0001

OFF

For selecting whether to enable or disable recording on a tape which has been recorded using a format other than DVCPRO HD-LP. 0: Recording onto the cassette tape is enabled. 1: Recording onto the cassette tape is disabled.

150 SEARCH SPEED

0000 0001

X4.1 X8.4

For setting the search still, cue and review speed. 0: 4.1k normal tape speed 1: 8.4k normal tape speed

154 AUTO BACK

0000 0001

0002

OFF

REC-P

ALL

For setting how the follow-on recording function is to be used. (For setting the AUTO BACK function operation which rewinds the tape for several seconds in order to ensure that the video images follow on one from another with no disruptions.) 0: The tape is not rewound automatically (no AUTO BACK). 1: The tape is rewound (AUTO BACK) during REC PAUSE, and it then stops in the

recording standby status. (When PAUSE is released, the tape runs up, and

recording starts.) 2: In addition to the function of the 0001 REC-P setting, the tape is rewound

(AUTO BACK) during REC PLAY, the tape immediately runs up, and recording

starts.

160 MEMORY MODE

0000 0001 0002

0003

OFF

M-STOP

REPT1

CONT

For setting the repeat playback mode. 0: No repeat playback (normal operation). 1: The tape stops near the BEGIN point when it is fast forwarded or rewound. 2: When the tape reaches the END point, it is rewound to the BEGIN point, and

stops. 3: When the tape reaches the END point, it is rewound to the BEGIN point, and

plays back, and this is done repeatedly.

114 REC INH LAMP

0000 0001

LIGHT

FLASH

For setting the operation of the REC INHIBIT lamp when the cassette is set to the erasure prevention status. 0: The lamp lights. 1: The lamp flashes.

<Note>

When the REC INHIBIT switch on the front panel is set to ON, the REC INHIBIT lamp lights at all times regardless of what setting is selected for this menu item.

112 FRZ MODE SEL

0000 0001

DIS

STBOFF

For setting the video output when the mode is transferred from playback images to standby OFF (half loading). 0: The video output is muted. 1: When the standby OFF (half loading) mode is established, the image played

back at that moment is frozen and output.

“

” indicates the factory setting.

110 AUTO REW

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether the tape is to be automatically rewound to its beginning when the tape end is detected. 0: The tape is not rewound. 1: The tape is rewound to its beginning.

OPERATION

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

Setup menus

163 REPT MODE

0000

0001 0002

FREEZE

BLACK

For setting what images are to be output while the tape returns to the BEGIN point in the repeat playback mode. 0: The tape returns to the BEGIN point with the image played back at the END

point still frozen. 1: The tape returns to the BEGIN point while the screen remains black. 2: The tape returns to the BEGIN point following the setting selected by the

TAPE/EE switch.

<Note>

If the tape end is set as the END point when “0:FREEZE” is selected, the playback image will not be frozen properly. Set the END point to a place within the range where images are recorded.

180 BATTERY SEL

0000 0001 0002 0003 0004 0005

0006

NiCd12 NiCd13 NiCd14 S-LION

I-LION

TYPE-A

TYPE-B

For setting the type of battery. 0: 12 V-type battery 1: 13 V-type battery 2: 14 V-type battery 3: Setting for using the BP-L90A lithium-ion battery. 4: Setting for using the ENDURA80 lithium-ion battery. 5: Setting for using the battery selected by the menu item No.181 [TYPE-A NEAR]

item and No.182 [TYPE-A END] item 6: Setting for using the battery selected by the menu item No.183 [TYPE-B NEAR]

item and No.184 [TYPE-B END] item

“

” indicates the factory setting.

181 TYPE-A NEAR 0000

0044

10.6 :

15.0

For setting (in increments of 0.1 V) the voltage level at which the counter flashes as warning for TYPE-A battery (selected as the menu item No.180 [BATTERY SEL] item).

<Note>

When this item has been set to a voltage level close to 15.0 V, the counter display may flash even when an AC power source is being used.

182 TYPE-A END 0000

0034

10.6 :

14.0

For setting (in increments of 0.1 V) the voltage level at which the TYPE-A battery (selected as the menu item No.180 [BATTERY SEL] item) is to be automatically turned off.

183 TYPE-B NEAR 0000

0044

10.6 :

15.0

For setting (in increments of 0.1 V) the voltage level at which the counter flashes as warning for TYPE-B battery (selected as the menu item No.180 [BATTERY SEL] item).

<Note>

When this item has been set to a voltage level close to 15.0 V, the counter display may flash even when an AC power source is being used.

184 TYPE-B END 0000

0034

10.6 :

14.0

For setting (in increments of 0.1 V) the voltage level at which the TYPE-B battery (selected as the menu item No.180 [BATTERY SEL] item) is to be automatically turned off.

161 CTL BGN

TC BGN

For setting the BEGIN point in the repeat playback mode. Either TC or CTL is set as the counter display mode using the COUNTER button. If no mode is set, – – : – – : – – : – – appears, and the tape start serves as the BEGIN point.

162 END For setting the END point in the repeat playback mode.

Either TC or CTL is set as the counter display mode using the COUNTER button. If no mode is set, – – : – – : – – : – – appears, and the tape end serves as the END point.

400 STILL TIMER 0000

0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007 0008

0.5S 5S

10S 20S 30S 40S

50S 1min 2min

For setting the time to be taken before the unit is set in the tape protection mode when it is left standing in the STOP or STILL status. (Units: S = seconds, min = minutes)

<Note>

When a DV or DVCAM tape is used, any setting above 2 (10S) will result in a setting time of 10 seconds.

401 SRC PROTECT

0000 0001

STEP

HALF

For setting the operation to be performed in the tape protection mode when the unit is left standing in the STILL status. 0: STEP FWD 1: Standby OFF (half loading)

<Note>

If STEP FWD is selected, the unit is automatically transferred to the standby OFF (half loading) mode when the unit is left standing in the STILL mode for a total of 30 minutes (or 1 minute for DV or DVCAM tape).

403 STOP PROTECT

0000 0001

STEP

HALF

For setting the operation to be performed in the tape protection mode when the unit is left standing in the STOP status. 0: STEP FWD 1: Standby OFF (half loading)

<Note>

When STEP FWD is selected, the unit is automatically transferred to the standby OFF (half loading) mode when the unit is left standing in the STOP mode for a total of 30 minutes (or 1 minute for DV or DVCAM tape).

402 DRUM STDBY

0000 0001

OFF

For setting the cylinder operation in the standby OFF (half loading) mode. 0: The cylinder stops rotating. 1: The cylinder continues to rotate.

TAPE PROTECT

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

Setup menus

202 ID SEL

0000 0001 0002

OTHER

DVCPRO

ORIG

For setting the ID information to be returned to the controller. 0: The ID information of the VTR other than DVCPRO is set. 1: The DVCPRO ID information is set. 2: Set this only when the unit is connected to a Panasonic controller (such as the

AJ-A900, optional accessory).

<Note>

Select 1 (DVCPRO) or 2 (ORIG) if “23/24,” “25(HD)” or “25(SD)” is selected as the menu item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] setting.

INTERFACE

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

500 VITC BLANK

0000 0001

BLANK

THRU

For setting whether to output the VITC signal at the position which is set using menu items No.501 [VITC POS-1] and No.502 [VITC POS-2]. 0: The VITC signal is not output. 1: The VITC signal is output.

<Note>

This setting takes effect only with the SD output (VIDEO output and SD SDI output).

501 VITC POS-1 0000

0006

0010

10L

16L

20L

For setting the position where the VITC signal is to be inserted.

<Notes>

O The same line as the one selected by menu item No.502 [VITC POS-2] cannot

be selected.

O If 50i/25P is selected as the menu item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] setting, the

setting range is lines 7L to 11L

to 22L.

O This setting takes effect only with the SD output (VIDEO output and SD SDI

output).

502 VITC POS-2 0000

0008

0010

10L

18L

20L

For setting the position where the VITC signal is to be inserted.

<Notes>

O The same line as the one selected by menu item No.501 [VITC POS-1] cannot

be selected.

O If 50i/25P is selected as the menu item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] setting, the

setting range is lines 7L to 13L

to 22L.

O This setting takes effect only with the SD output (VIDEO output and SD SDI

output).

503 TCG MODE

0000 0001

0002

REGEN

PRE

AUTO

For setting the synchronization of the internal time code generator. 0: The time code which is read from the tape by the time code reader is used. 1: The mode can be preset using the controls on the operation panel or the remote

controller.

2: REGEN or PRE is automatically selected depending on the operation mode.

Follow-on recording mode: REGEN is selected. All other modes: PRE is selected.

504 RUN MODE

0000 0001

REC

FREE

For setting the operation mode in which the internal time code generator runs. 0: The generator runs only while recording is in progress. 1: The generator runs while the power is on regardless of the unit’s operation

mode.

505 TCG REGEN

0000 0001 0002

TC&UB

For setting the signal to be regenerated when the TCG (time code generator) is in the regeneration mode. 0: Both the time code and user’s bit are regenerated. 1: Only the time code is regenerated. 2: Only the user’s bit is regenerated.

TIME CODE

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“ ” indicates the factory setting.

Setup menus

507 TC SOURCE

0000 0001 0002

0003

INT

EXT L

SLTC

SVITC

For selecting the time code to be used when an external time code is used. 0: The internal time code generator is used. 1: The LTC information of the TIME CODE IN connector is used. 2: The LTC information added to the serial signals which are supplied to the HD

SDI IN connector is used.

3: The VITC information added to the serial signals which are supplied to the HD

SDI IN connector is used.

<Notes>

O When a setting other than INT has been selected for this menu item, the user’s

bit of the LTC and VITC which is output during recording may be output with a delay of 1 frame from the time code.

O When “1394” is selected as the menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] setting and

a setting other than INT is selected for TC SOURCE, the time code which is input to the DV connector is used. At this time, the VITC information will not be superimposed onto the video signal output when recording is performed or the E-E mode is established. The LTC information and VITC information are not superimposed onto the HD serial output signals.

Setup menus

512 TC OUT REF

0000 0001

VOUT TC_IN

For setting the signal to be used as the reference for aligning the phase of the time code which is output from the TC OUT connector with the phase of the external TC input signal when a setting other than INT is selected as the menu item No.507 [TC SOURCE] setting. (In EE mode only) 0: The output video signal is used as the reference. 1: The external time code input signal is used as the reference.

530 TC PRESET For setting the time code of the internal TCG.

00000000 to 23595929 Selection range of 00000000 to 23595924 when 50i/25P is selected as the menu item No.35 [SYSTEM FREQ] setting

531 UB PRESET For setting the user’s bit of the internal TCG.

00000000 to FFFFFFFF

TIME CODE

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

513 VITC OUT

0000 0001

SBC

VAUX

For selecting how to output the VITC signal which is superimposed onto the output video signal. 0: In the playback mode, the time code recorded in the SBC area is output. 1: In the playback mode, the time code recorded in the VAUX area is output.

<Note>

O The VITC information which is detected by the HD serial input is automatically

recorded in the VAUX area when the images are recorded.

O When “23/24,” “25(HD)” or “25(SD)” is selected as the menu item No.25

[SYSTEM FREQ] setting and VAUX is selected as the VITC OUT setting, the time code which is output may not be continuous.

514 HD EMBD VITC

0000 0001

OFF

For selecting whether to superimpose the VITC information onto the HD serial output. 0: The VITC information is not superimposed. 1: The VITC information is superimposed.

515 HD EMBD LTC

0000 0001

OFF

For selecting whether to superimpose the LTC information onto the HD serial output. 0: The LTC information is not superimposed. 1: The LTC information is superimposed.

511 DF MODE

0000 0001

NDF

For selecting whether to use the DF or NDF mode for CTL and TCG. 0: The drop frame (DF) mode is used. 1: The non-drop frame (NDF) mode is used.

510 TCG CF FLAG

0000 0001

OFF

For selecting whether to set the CF flag of the TCG to ON. 0: The CF flag is set to OFF. 1: The CF flag is set to ON.

509 PHASE CORR

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether to control the phase correction of the LTC output during playback. 0: The phase correction is not controlled. 1: The phase correction is controlled.

508 BINARY GP

0000 0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007

000 001 010 011 100 101 110 111

For setting the usage status for the user’s bit of the time code generated by the TCG. 0: No character set specified 1: 8-bit character set complying with the ISO646 and ISO2022 standards 2: Undefined 3: Undefined 4: Undefined 5: Page/line 6: Undefined 7: Undefined

Setup menus

603 V-MUTE SEL

0000 0001 0002 0003

N MUTE

GRAY

BLACK

NOISE

For setting whether to mute the video output signal when a blank part of the tape is detected during playback. 0: The video output signal is not muted. (It is frozen.) 1: The video output signal is muted and turned gray. 2: The video output signal is muted and turned black. 3: The video output signal is muted and turned into noise.

600 VIDEO IN SEL

0000 0001 0002

INTSG HDSDI

1394

For selecting the video signals to be input. 0: The internal signal selected by VIDEO INT SG is generated. 1: The serial video signal supplied to the HD SDI IN connector is selected. 2: The compressed digital signals supplied to the DV connector are selected.

When this happens, the audio input signals will also be supplied from the DV connector (digital video interface).

<Notes>

O This item’s setting cannot be changed while a tape is being played back. O When 1394 is selected as this item’s setting, “1080i” is selected as the menu

item No.630 [1080i>HD_OUT] setting and “720p” is selected as the menu item No.632 [720p>HD_OUT] setting.

626 D/C ENH H

0000 0001

0dB

+1dB

For enhancing the horizontal outlines during down-conversion. 0: 0dB 1: +1dB

627 D/C ENH V

0000 0001

0dB

+1dB

For enhancing the vertical outlines during down-conversion. 0: 0dB 1: +1dB

602 SDI IN MODE

0000 0001

DR OFF

DR ON

For selecting how to process the serial input. 0: The 8 higher bits whose two lower bits have been rounded off are recorded. 1: The dynamically rounded 8 higher bit signal is recorded.

604 FREEZE SEL

0000 0001

FIELD

FRAME

For selecting the freeze mode of the still pictures and the slow play mode. 0: Field freeze, field slow 1: Frame freeze, frame slow

615 V OUT SEL

0000 0001

CMPNT

CMPST

For selecting what signals are to be output from the VIDEO OUT1 output connector. 0: The HD component signals are output. 1: Composite signals are output.

616 OUT MATRIX

0000 0001

YPbPr

RGB

For selecting what signals are to be output from the HD component output connector. 0: The YPBPR signals are output. 1: The RGB signals are output.

601 VIDEO INT SG

0000 0001 0002 0003 0004

0005

100%CB

75%CB

SMPTE

BLACK

PLL

For selecting the type of internal signal. 0: A 100% color bar signal is selected. 1: A 75% color bar signal is selected. 2: An SMPTE color bar signal is selected. 3: A black signal is selected. 4: The PLL signal is selected. (This signal is used for the adjustments performed

before the unit was shipped from the factory.)

5: The EQ signal is selected. (This signal is used for the adjustments performed

before the unit was shipped from the factory.)

620 DOWNCON

MODE 0000

0001 0002

FIT_V FIT_H

FIT_HV

For setting the image processing during down-conversion. 0: Side cut mode 1: Letter-box mode 2: Squeeze mode

621 UPCON V MODE

0000 0001 0002

FIT_V FIT_H

FIT_HV

For setting the image processing during up-conversion. 0: Side panel mode 1: Top and bottom cut-off in vertical direction 2: Stretch mode

VIDEO

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

Setup menus

VIDEO

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

630

1080i>HD_OUT

0000 0001

1080i

720p

For selecting the HD output signal format during 1080i tape playback or in the 1080i EE mode. 0: 1080i 1: 720p

<Notes>

O This item’s setting cannot be changed while a tape is being recorded or while

the recording pause mode is established.

O When 720p is selected as this item’s setting, no signals are output from the DV

connector. If “1394” is selected as the menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] setting, “HDSDI” is established as the VIDEO IN SEL setting.

632

720p>HD_OUT

0000 0001

1080i

720p

For selecting the HD output signal format during 720p tape playback or in the 720p EE mode. 0: 1080i 1: 720p

<Notes>

O This item’s setting cannot be changed while a tape is being recorded or while

the recording pause mode is established.

O When 1080i is selected as this item’s setting, no signals are output from the DV

connector. If “1394” is selected as the menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] setting, “HDSDI” is established as the VIDEO IN SEL setting.

680 CC (F1) BLANK

2DW

0000 0001

BLANK

THRU

For selecting ON or OFF for the closed caption signal in the first field. 0: Forced blanking 1: No blanking

681 CC (F2) BLANK

2DW

0000 0001

BLANK

THRU

For selecting ON or OFF for the closed caption signal in the second field. 0: Forced blanking 1: No blanking

682 VO SETUP (HD)

2UP

0000 0001 0002 0003

THRU ADD22L ADD21L ADD20L

This selects the composite output signal in HD mode. 0: The signal is output with no setup added. 1: The signal is output from line 22 with a 7.5% setup added. 2: The signal is output from line 21 with a 7.5% setup added. 3: The signal is output from line 20 with a 7.5% setup added.

683 VO SETUP (SD)

2DW

0000 0001 0002 0003

THRU ADD22L ADD21L ADD20L

This selects the composite output signal in SD mode. 0: The signal is output with no setup added. 1: The signal is output from line 22 with a 7.5% setup added. 2: The signal is output from line 21 with a 7.5% setup added. 3: The signal is output from line 20 with a 7.5% setup added.

634

480p>HD_OUT

0000 0001

1080i

720p

For selecting the HD output signal format during 480p tape (DVCPRO50P) playback. 0: 1080i 1: 720p

636

480i>HD_OUT

0000 0001

1080i

720p

For selecting the HD output signal format during 480i tape (DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, DV or DVCAM) playback. 0: 1080i 1: 720p

676 BLK CLIP

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether to clip what is below the pedestal level for the Y (luminance) signal of VIDEO OUT and SD OUT. 0: What is below the pedestal level is not clipped. 1: What is below the pedestal level is clipped.

628 U/C ENH H

0000 0001

0dB

+1dB

For enhancing the horizontal outlines during up-conversion. 0: 0dB 1: +1dB

629 U/C ENH V

0000 0001

0dB

+1dB

For enhancing the vertical outlines during up-conversion. 0: 0dB 1: +1dB

<Notes>

2UP

: With HD output (HD tape playback or up-converted output)

2DW

: With SD output (SD tape playback or down-converted output)

Setup menus

“

” indicates the factory setting.

VIDEO

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

687 SDI INDEX 0

2DW

0000 0001

OFF

For selecting whether to superimpose the VIDEO INDEX signal onto the SD SDI output. 0: The VIDEO INDEX signal is not superimposed onto the SD SDI output. 1: The VIDEO INDEX signal is superimposed onto the SD SDI output.

<Note>

2DW:

With SD output (SD tape playback or down-converted output)

684 EDH (SD)

2DW

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether to superimpose EDH onto the SD SDI output. 0: EDH is not superimposed. 1: EDH is superimposed.

685 ESR MODE (SD)

2DW

0000 0001

OFF

AUTO

For selecting the mode of the edge subcarrier reduction (ESR) operation in the playback circuit. 0: ESR is forcibly turned off. 1: ESR is automatically set to ON or OFF depending on the unit’s operation.

686 CCR MODE (SD)

2DW

0000 0001

OFF

AUTO

For selecting the cross color processing during playback. 0: The cross color is output as is. 1: The cross color can be reduced.

Setup menus

700 AUDIO IN SEL

0000 0001 0002

INTSG

ANA

SDI

For setting the audio signal input (in all the channels simultaneously). 0: The internal signal is generated. 1: The input is fixed to analog signals. 2: The input is fixed to SDI signals.

<Notes>

O The input signals of the channels when analog signals are supplied are

recorded onto the audio tracks below on the tape. CH1 input 5 CH1 and CH5 track CH2 input 5 CH2 and CH6 track CH3 input 5 CH3 and CH7 track CH4 input 5 CH4 and CH8 track

O When “1394” is selected as the menu item No.600 [VIDEO IN SEL] setting, the

audio input signals will also be supplied from the DV connector (digital video interface).

701 CH1 IN LV 0000

0001 0002 0003

4dB 0dB

–20dB

–60dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio input (CH1).

702 CH2 IN LV 0000

0001 0002 0003

4dB 0dB

–20dB

–60dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio input (CH2).

703 CH3 IN LV 0000

0001 0002 0003

4dB 0dB

–20dB

–60dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio input (CH3).

704 CH4 IN LV 0000

0001 0002 0003

4dB 0dB

–20dB

–60dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio input (CH4).

706 CH1 OUT LV 0000

0001 0002

4dB 0dB

–20dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio output (CH1).

707 CH2 OUT LV 0000

0001 0002

4dB 0dB

–20dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio output (CH2).

708 CH3/L OUT LV 0000

0001 0002

4dB 0dB

–20dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio output (CH3).

709 CH4/R OUT LV 0000

0001 0002

4dB 0dB

–20dB

For setting the reference level of the analog audio output (CH4).

AUDIO

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“ ” indicates the factory setting.

Setup menus

731 PB FADE

0000 0001 0002

AUTO

CUT

FADE

For setting the processing for the audio edit points (IN point, OUT point) and followon recording point during playback. 0: The processing follows the status established during recording. 1: Cut processing is forcibly performed. 2: Fade processing is forcibly performed.

732 EMBEDDED AUD

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether to superimpose audio data onto the HD SDI output and SD SDI output. 0: The audio data is not superimposed. 1: The audio data is superimposed.

759 DV PB ATT

0000 0001

OFF

For selecting the audio output level during DV format playback. 0: The audio output level is not attenuated. 1: The audio output level is attenuated.

762 AUD RATE CON

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether the tape is to be played back without passing the signals through the rate converter (without activating the digital filter) in the digital audio output unit. 0: The tape is played back without passing the signals through the rate converter. 1: The signals are passed through the rate converter, and the tape is played back.

<Notes>

O In modes other than the 60 Hz mode, the signals are not passed through the

rate converter regardless of this menu item’s setting.

O ON/OFF control is exercised for channels 1 through 8 at the same time.

Separate settings cannot be performed on a channel by channel basis.

760 REC PT MUTE

0000 0001

OFF

For selecting whether to mute the sound at the joins in the recording during DV or DVCAM format playback. 0: The sound is not muted. 1: The sound is muted.

769 MONI SEL

0000 0001

PLY PCM

PLY CUE

For setting the monitor output sound during playback. 0: PCM sound is output. 1: CUE sound is output.

765 CUE OUT SEL

0000

0001

OFF

For setting whether to output the analog CUE signal to the audio output (main line). 0: The analog CUE signal is not output.

During playback, PCM sound is output; in all other modes, no sound is output.

1: The analog CUE signal is output.

During playback, PCM sound is output; in all other modes, the analog CUE signal is output.

AUDIO

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

“

” indicates the factory setting.

730 REC CUE

0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007 0008 0009 0010 0011 0012 0013

CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7

CH8 CH1+2 CH3+4 CH5+6 CH7+8 CH1~8

For setting the input signal to be recorded on the CUE track.

1: Audio input CH1 signal 2: Audio input CH2 signal 3: Audio input CH3 signal 4: Audio input CH4 signal 5: Audio input CH5 signal 6: Audio input CH6 signal 7: Audio input CH7 signal 8: Audio input CH8 signal

9: Audio input CH1 + CH2 mixed signal 10: Audio input CH3 + CH4 mixed signal 11: Audio input CH5 + CH6 mixed signal 12: Audio input CH7 + CH8 mixed signal 13: Audio input CH1 through CH8 mixed signal

770 MONITOR MIX

0000 0001

STEREO

CH1+2

For setting the audio monitor output sound. (This functions when the audio monitor selector switch on the front panel is at the ST position.) 0: The sound is output in stereo. 1: Mixed sound is output (to both the left and right connectors).

771 H.PHONE MIX

0000 0001

STEREO

CH1+2

For setting the headphone output sound. (This functions when the audio monitor selector switch on the front panel is at the ST position.) 0: The sound is output in stereo. 1: Mixed sound is output (when a monaural earphone is used).

Setup menus

AUDIO

Item Setting

No.

Superimposed

display

No.

Superimposed

display

Description of settings

781 IN IMP SEL

0000 0001

600

HIGH

For setting the analog audio input impedance. 0: 600 Ω 1: High impedance

<Note>

Regardless of this setting, the impedance is set to 3 kΩ when –60 dB is selected as the menu item No.701 to 704 [CH1-4 IN LV] settings.

780 AUD OUT SEL

0000

0001

0002

LINE

CH1/2

CH3/4

For setting the sound to be output from the analog audio output connectors. 0: All the output connectors are used as the main line output.

CH1 connector = CH1 sound CH2 connector = CH2 sound CH3 connector = CH3 sound CH4 connector = CH4 sound

1: The CH1 and CH2 output connectors are used as the main line output, and the

CH3 and CH4 output connectors are used as the monitor output connectors.

CH1 connector = CH1 sound CH2 connector = CH2 sound CH3 connector = Monitor L (CH1, CH2, CH1+CH2) sound CH4 connector = Monitor R (CH1, CH2, CH1+CH2) sound

2: The CH1 and CH2 output connectors are used as the main line output, and the

CH3 and CH4 output connectors are used as the monitor output connectors.

CH1 connector = CH3 sound CH2 connector = CH4 sound CH3 connector = Monitor L (CH3, CH4, CH3+CH4) sound CH4 connector = Monitor R (CH3, CH4, CH3+CH4) sound

“

” indicates the factory setting.

A02 P.ON LOAD

0000 0001

OFF

For setting whether to change the setup menu settings to the user initial settings when the power is turned on. 0: The settings are not changed. 1: The settings are changed.

Error messages

When something goes wrong with the unit, one of the following error messages will appear on the front panel’s counter display and on the monitor’s superimposed display. With a superimposed display, the error number will appear in the counter value display area.

If T&S&M is selected as the menu item No.006 [DISPLAY SEL] setting, the error messages will appear in the mode display area of the superimposed display.

Error No. Error message and description Error No. Error message and description

– d –

DEW

When dew (condensation) has been detected, the error number flashes, and the unit is transferred to the EJECT mode. In the EJECT mode, the tape is ejected, and no further tape operations can be performed. After the tape has been ejected, the cylinder continues to rotate in order to dry out the condensation. When the condensation has dried out, the error display is cleared, and the VTR can be operated again. O If condensation is detected in the EJECT mode,

the cylinder starts rotating straight away.

O If condensation is detected when a cassette is

inserted, the cylinder stops rotating, and after the

tape has been ejected, it resumes rotating. Wait with power supplied to the unit until the condensation has dried out. When ON is selected as the menu item No.152 [HUMID OPE] setting, the unit can still be operated. The counter value and “– – d – –” appear alternately on the front panel’s counter display area.

E – 93

INVALID TC MODE (in 23/24 Hz mode)

This appears during playback if the time code is recorded in the DF mode. The video output is disrupted and the sound output is muted at the time code drop points. The VTR continues to operate. If a tape recorded using a variable frame rate camera is to be played back with the unit, the time code must be recorded in the non-drop frame (NDF) mode.

E – 94

TC SEQUENCE UNMATCH (in 23/24 Hz mode and 25 Hz mode)

This appears during playback when the correlation between the active frame information and time code is not correct. The video output may not be uniform (it may not move smoothly). The VTR continues to operate. The information of the active frame (first frame where the frame image is switched) is recorded on tapes which have been recorded using a variable frame rate camera. When playing back these tapes in the unit, frame 0 of the time code must be detected at the active frame position.

E – 00

SERVO NOT LOCKED

This appears when the servo is not locked for 3 or more seconds during playback or recording.

E – 01

LOW RF

This appears when there is no head output (due to clogging, for instance) for 1 or more seconds during playback.

E – 02

HIGH ERROR RATE

This appears when the error rate has deteriorated, and either the video or audio playback signals are subject to correction or interpolation.

E – 09

NO RF

This appears when a blank area on the tape has been detected for 1 or more seconds during playback. The unit recognizes an area on the tape as blank when all the conditions below are satisfied. O There are no output signals from any of the

heads.

O Playback data cannot be read. O No CTL signal is present.

E – 10

FAN STOP

This appears when the fan motor has stopped operating. The unit’s power is automatically turned off in about five minutes after the motor has shut down.

E – 29

FRONT LOAD MOTOR

This appears when the cassette has failed to move up even six seconds after the unit has been transferred to the EJECT mode.

<Note>

If the cassette fails to move down even when six seconds has elapsed after the cassette was inserted, the unit will be transferred to the EJECT mode.

E – 31

LOADING MOTOR

This appears when the unloading operation fails to be completed within 6 seconds.

<Note>

If the loading operation fails to be completed within six seconds after the cassette was inserted, the unit will be transferred to the EJECT mode.

E – 35

SERVO CONTROL ERROR

This appears when there has been no response from the servo microcomputer for 1 second or more.

E – 37

SERVO COMM ERROR

This appears when the servo microcomputer fails to carry out an instruction of the system control microcomputer even after 10 seconds have elapsed.

E – 38

SERVO FG ERROR

This appears when the automatic reel and capstan rotation adjustment, which is performed in the EJECT mode, has not been carried out properly when the unit’s power was switched on.

Error messages

Error No. Error message and description

E – 51

FRONT LOAD ERROR

This appears when the take-up reel turns without engaging the tape for the prescribed period of time in the start end processing operation while the tape is loading (at the half-loading position).

E – 52

W-UP REEL NOT ROTA

This appears when the take-up reel has failed to take up the tape while the tape is running in the status where the total tape duration is undetected after the cassette was inserted.

E – 53

WINDUP ERROR

This appears when the amount of tape taken up by the take-up reel and the amount supplied by the supply reel while the tape is running are abnormally different after the total tape duration has been detected.

E – 55

UNLOAD ERROR

This appears when the tape has not been taken up during unloading.

E – 57

S-FF/REW TIMEOVER

This appears when the tape start end processing operation fails to be completed.

E – 59

DRUM ROTA TOO SLOW

This appears when the cylinder motor rotates abnormally slowly.

E – 60

DRUM ROTA TOO FAST

This appears when the cylinder motor rotates abnormally quickly.

E – 61

CAP ROTA TOO SLOW

This appears when the capstan motor rotates abnormally slowly.

E – 64

S REEL TOO FAST

This appears when the supply reel motor rotates abnormally quickly.

E – 67

T REEL TOO FAST

This appears when the take-up reel motor rotates abnormally quickly.

E – 69

T REEL TORQUE ERR

This appears when an abnormal level of torque has been detected as having been applied to the take-up reel motor.

E – 6A

This appears on the front panel’s counter display when a communication error between the IF microcomputer and front microcomputer has occurred. At this time, the superimposed display will be cleared.

E – 70

S REEL TORQUE ERR

This appears when an abnormal level of torque has been detected as having been applied to the supply reel motor.

E – 71

CAP TENSION ERROR

This appears when abnormal tension on the supply side has been detected in the capstan mode.

E – 72

REEL TENSION ERROR

This appears when abnormal tension on the supply side has been detected in the reel mode.

E – 73

REEL DIR UNMATCH

This appears when the direction of the take-up reel motor has been reversed.

E – 74

DRUM TORQUE ERROR

This appears when an abnormal level of torque has been detected as having been applied to the cylinder motor.

E – 78

M-IF COMM ERROR

This appears when trouble has occurred in communication between the mechanism relay board and servo microcomputer.

E – bA

BATTERY

This appears when the input DC voltage has dropped below the undercut voltage (approx.

10.6 V).

Error No. Error message and description

Consult your dealer if the error message display persists even after the unit has been restarted.

Error messages

Error No. Error message and description Error No. Error message and description

Condensation

Condensation forms in the unit and on the tape following the same principle which is behind the formation of droplets of water (condensation) on the window panes of a heated room. This phenomenon occurs when the unit or tape is moved to a location with significantly different temperature and humidity levels. Condensation forms when: O The unit (or tape) is moved to a high-humidity place filled with steam or to a room immediately

after it has been heated up.

O The unit (or tape) is suddenly moved from a cool place to a place with high temperature and

humidity levels.

When the unit (or tape) has been moved to such a place, do not turn on the power immediately but leave the unit (or tape) standing for about 10 minutes. When condensation has formed in the unit, the “– – d – –” error message lights on the counter display, and the cassette tape is automatically ejected. Keep the power on, and wait until the error message is cleared.

E – 04

UNKNOWN SIG

This appears when the format of the signals supplied to the digital video interface is neither DVCPRO nor DV. It also appears when two AJ-HD1200A units are used as the input and output units and different settings are selected for the menu item No.25 [SYSTEM FREQ] of the two units.

Operation performed by AJ-HD1200A

Operation is continued (21).

E – 14

NO MATCH SIG

This appears when the signals supplied to the digital video interface are at variance from the system format which is set by the AJ-HD1200A.

Operation performed by AJ-HD1200A

Operation is continued (21).

E – 16

INVALID VIDEO SIG

This appears when the video signals supplied to the digital video interface are not the correct ones.

Operation performed by AJ-HD1200A

Operation is continued (21).

E – 17

INVALID AUDIO SIG

This appears when the audio signals supplied to the digital video interface are not the correct ones.

Operation performed by AJ-HD1200A

Operation is continued (22).

E – 18

INVALID TC SIG

This appears when the time code signals supplied to the digital video interface are not the correct ones.

Operation performed by AJ-HD1200A

Operation is continued (23).

E – 90

NOT 1X 100M SIG

This appears when the signals supplied to the digital video interface do not have the 1k transfer speed of the DVCPRO HD (100 Mbps) format.

Operation performed by AJ-HD1200A

Operation is continued (21).

E – 92

1394 INITIAL ERROR

This appears when the initialization process fails during communication via the digital video interface.

Operation performed by AJ-HD1200A

Operation is continued (24).

Error messages which may appear when the AJ-YAD120AG board is installed

<Notes>

21: This error message always appears in the E-E mode.

In such a case, black signals are recorded as the video signals, and the audio signals are muted.

22: This error message always appears in the E-E mode.

In such a case, the audio signals are muted.

23: This error message always appears in the E-E mode.

In such a case, the time code of the time code generator inside the AJ-HD1200A is recorded as the time code signal.

24: This error message always appears in the E-E mode.

In such a case, no signals can be output using the digital video interface.

Video head cleaning

This unit comes with an auto head cleaning function which reduces the amount of dirt on the heads automatically. However, in order to improve the unit’s reliability, it is recommended that the video heads be cleaned on a daily basis. Use the cleaning fluid specified by Panasonic.

Maintenance

Before proceeding with maintenance, set the power switch to OFF, and be absolutely sure to hold the molded part of the power plug to disconnect it from the power outlet. Clean the cabinet using a soft cloth. To remove stubborn dirt, dilute some kitchen detergent, soak a cloth in the solution and wring it out well, and then wipe away the dirt. After wiping off the dirt, use a dry cloth to take up the remaining moisture. Do not use paint thinners or benzine.

Specifications

[GENERAL]

indicates safety information.

Power supply:

AC (100-240) V, 50/60 Hz DC 12V, 6.6 A

Power consumption:

69 W (main unit only) 97 W (when AJ-YA120AG, AJ-YAD120AG are

installed)

Ambient operating temperature:

41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)

Ambient operating humidity:

10% to 80% (no condensation)

Weight:

17.38 lb (7.9 kg)

Dimensions (WkHkD):

8 7/16k5 1/4k16 7/8 inches (214k132k428 mm)

Recording format

21, 22

DVCPRO HD-LP

Recording video signals

21, 22

1080i/59.94 Hz, 720p/59.94 Hz, 1080i/50 Hz switchable

Recording audio signals21:

48 kHz, 16 bits, 8 channels

Recording tracks21:

O Digital video/audio: Helical track O Time code: Helical track (sub code area) O Cue signal: 1 track O Control (CTL) signal: 1 track

Playback formats:

DVCPRO HD-LP, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO P, DVCPRO, DV-SP, DVCAM

Tape speed:

67.64 mm/sec. (in 59.94 Hz mode)

67.70 mm/sec. (in 60/50 Hz mode)

Recording time:

92 min. (when using AJ-HP92ELG)

Tapes used:

Metal tapes

FF/REW time:

Approx. 2 min. (when using AJ-HP92ELG)

[VIDEO]

$ Digital video

Sampling frequency

Y: 74.25 MHz PB/PR: 37.125 MHz

Quantizing:

8 bits

Video compression system:

DCT + variable length code

Video compression ratio:

1:6.7

Error correction:

Reed-Solomon product code

Video recording bit rate:

100 Mbps

$ Video input connectors

HD serial digital input:

BNC k1 (compliant with SMPTE 292M/296M/299M standards)

Reference input:

Black burst/HD tri-level sync automatic switching BNC k2 (loop-through k1) 75Ω termination ON/OFF switchable

$ Video output connectors

HD serial digital output21:

BNC k2 (compliant with SMPTE 292M/296M/299M standards) (information superimposing ON/OFF)

SD serial digital output21:

BNC k1 (compliant with SMPTE 259M-C/272MA, ITU-R BT.656-4 standards) (information superimposing ON/OFF)

Analog composite output:

BNC k2 VIDEO123, VIDEO2 (information superimposing ON/OFF)

HD analog component output:

BNC k323(Y/PB/PR, R/G/B switchable) (information superimposing ON/OFF)

21: This functions only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional

accessory) is installed.

22: This functions only when the AJ-YAD120AG (optional

accessory) is installed.

23: The VIDEO1 and HD analog component Y outputs are

switched.

[AUDIO]

$ Digital audio

Sampling frequency:

48 kHz (synchronized with video)

Quantizing:

16 bits

Frequency response:

20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB (at reference level)

Dynamic range:

More than 85 dB (1 kHz, emphasis OFF)

Distortion:

Less than 0.1% (1 kHz, emphasis OFF, reference level)

Crosstalk:

Less than –80 dB (1 kHz, between 2 channels)

Wow & flutter:

Below measurable limits

Headroom:

20 dB

$ Audio input connectors

Analog input (CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4):

XLR k4, 600 Ω/high impedance switchable (default: 600 Ω) +4/0/–20 dBm/–60 dBu switchable (The impedance is set to 3 kΩ when –60 dB is selected)

HD serial digital input:

BNC k1, 75 Ω, Compliant with SMPTE 292M/296M/299M standard

[OTHER CONNECTORS]

[OPTIONS]

Time code input21:

BNC k1, 0.5 to 8V [p-p], 10 kΩ

Time code output:

BNC k1, low impedance, 2.0 ±0.5 V [p-p] (with 600 Ω load)

RS-422A input:

D-sub 9-pin, for AJ-A95 RS-422A interface

DC power output:

4 pins k1, DC 12 V, 250 mA, for AJ-A95

DV input/output connector:

Connector:

6-pin type

Transmission rate:

400 Mbps, 200 Mbps, 100 Mbps;selectable

Transmission data:

Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995 Compliant with IEC 61883-Part1, Part2

Control command:

Compliant with AV/C command set (General Ver

3.0, VCR Subunit Ver 2.01)

HD SDI input/output SD SDI output board:

AJ-YA120AG

Digital video input/output board:

AJ-YAD120AG

Specifications

$ Audio output connectors

Analog output (CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4):

XLR k4, low impedance +4/0/–20 dBm (with 600 Ω load) switchable Monitor output L or R switchable for CH3/CH4 output

HD serial digital output

BNC k2, 75 Ω (compliant with SMPTE 292M/296M/299M standard)

SD serial digital output21:

BNC k1, 75 Ω (compliant with SMPTE 259M-C/272M-A, ITU-R BT.656-4 standards)

Monitor output (L, R):

PHONO k2, 600 Ω, –8 dBv

Headphone output:

Stereo (6 mm diameter), 8 Ω, level variable

$ Video output adjustment ranges

HD serial digital output system phase21:

1080i: ±0.5H (in 13.5ns increments)

59/60 Hz: ±1100 samples 50 Hz: ±1320 samples 23/24 Hz: ±1375 samples

720p: ±0.5H (in 13.5ns increments)

59/60 Hz: ±825 samples

SD serial digital/composite video output system phase

±0.5H (in 37ns increments) 59 Hz: ±858 samples 50 Hz: ±864 samples

Composite video output SC phase;

±180 deg. or more

21: This functions only when the AJ-YA120AG (optional

accessory) is installed.

22: This functions only when the AJ-YAD120AG (optional

accessory) is installed.

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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UNIT COMPANY OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA

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Printed in Japan

F0604W1044

Panasonic AJ-P, AJ-HD1200AP User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

Features

Parts and their functions

Front panel

Rear panel

Tapes

Inserting the tape

Usable tapes

STOP mode

Operation

Recording

Pause/recording (follow-on recording)

Cue/review

Playback

Still image playback

Variable speed playback

Repeat playback

Time code

Superimposed screen displays

Returning to the factory settings

Setting the user defaults

Loading the user defaults

Menu protection

Releasing the menu protection mode

Displaying the DIAG menu

Setup menus

Menus which are displayed

SYSTEM

BASIC

OPERATION

TAPE PROTECT

INTERFACE

TIME CODE

VIDEO

AUDIO

MENU

Error messages

Condensation

Video head cleaning

Maintenance

Specifications