Panasonic AY-EB500 Operation Manual

Nonlinear Editing System

Hard Disk Box

AY-EB500

Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions completely

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Warning:
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, i.e., in
strict accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J
of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to pro­vide reasonable protection against such interference
when operated in a commercial environment.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

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

The serial number of this product may be found on the
bottom of the unit.
You should note the serial number of this unit in the
space provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase to aid identification in the
event of theft.

Model No. AY-EB500
Serial No.

CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SER­VICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PER­SONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

SA 1965

SA 1966

For U.S.A

CONTENTS

PREFACE ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1

PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................................................................................... 1

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTION .............................................................................................. 2

INITIAL SETTING ................................................................................................................................................................ 3

INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................................... 4

CONNECTION .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................... 9

STANDARD ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................................... 9

1

The AY-EB500 Nonlinear Editing System Hard Disk Box
is especially designed for use with the Nonlinear Editing
System.
The Hard Disk Box accepts and supplies power to up to
two 3.5” HDD Units. It is provided with built-in SCSI ports
(2 ports x 2) conforming to the WIDE SCSI standard.

• Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when
cleaning the unit body.
Use a dry cloth to clean the unit when dirty.
In case the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild deter­gent and wipe gently.

• Do not operate the unit beyond its temperature,
humidity or power source ratings.
Do not use the unit in an extreme environment
where high temperature or high humidity exist.
Use the unit under conditions where temperature is
within 32°F - 95°F (0°C - +35°C), and humidity is
within 10% - 90%.
The input power source is 120V AC 60Hz.

PREFACE

PRECAUTIONS

Up to five AY-EB500 Hard Disk Boxes can be connected
to the Editing System using optional Panasonic SCSI
cables.

• All necessary procedures, with regards to the instal­lation of this unit should be made by qualified ser­vice personnel or system installers.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the unit.
In order to prevent electric shock, do not remove
screws or covers. There are no user-serviceable
parts inside.
Do refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

• Handle the unit with care.
Do not abuse the unit. Avoid striking, shaking, etc. It
could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

• Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture, or try to
operate it in wet areas.
Take immediate action if the unit becomes wet. Turn
the power off and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel. Moisture can damage the unit and also
create the danger of electric shock.

2

FRONT PANEL

REAR PANEL

1. Power Button/Power Indicator (POWER)(Red)

Press this button to turn on the power. The Power
Indicator lights red while the power is on.
Caution: Do not turn off the power during recording

or playback mode.

2. HDD Operating Indicator (HDD)(green)

Green light indicates that the HDD is in operation.

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTION

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• Switching Power Off

Before switching power off, terminate all the soft­ware programs according to the procedures
given in the Reference Manual supplied with the
software package (AY-AS501). If power is
switched off while the software (HDD) is running,
the HDD may lose its data stored on it, or fail. Do
not move the HDD for about 30 seconds after
switching power off because the HDD motor is
still running.

• Switching Power On

Switch power on in the order of SCSI-ID1, SCSI­ID2, SCSI-ID3, SCSI-ID4, and SCSI-ID5. Also
observe the switching on sequence of the HDD
box and the main unit.

Caution