Panasonic J-HD1400P User Manual
Operating Instructions
Digital HD Video Cassette Recorder
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Model No. AJ- E
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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Printed in Japan
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ENGLISH
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Read this first!
For AJ-HD1400P and AJ-HD1400E
_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
three-core 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.
CAUTION:
THE AC RECEPTACLE (MAINS SOCKET
OUTLET) SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY
ACCESSIBLE. TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT
THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS,
DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PLUG
FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.
CAUTIONS:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not
install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
cabinet or any other confined space. To prevent risk
of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating,
ensure that curtains and any other materials do not
obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTIONS:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
WARNING:
z TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
z TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY
FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY
IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED
TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID
CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.
indicates safety information.
IMPORTANT
“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted
television programmes, video tapes and other
materials may infringe the rights of copyright
holders and contravene 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.
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For AJ-HD1400P
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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.
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.>
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.
Voltages other than 120 V are 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.
indicates safety information.
<For USA-California Only>
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery whichcontains Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca/gov/hazardouswaste.perchlorate.
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For AJ-HD1400E
Caution for AC Mains Lead
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc. and the other one is only
for U.K.
Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the other type of mains cable is not suitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.
FOR U.K. ONLY
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains
plug for your safety and convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the
replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the
body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.
FOR U.K. ONLY
If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket outlet, it should be cut off and appropriate one fitted.
How to replace the fuse
1. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse.
Fuse
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT
OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT
OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS BY UNSCREWING THEM.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the covers. No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
indicates safety information.
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Contents
Read this first! ...........................................2
Introduction................................................6
Features......................................................6
Parts and their functions ..........................9
Front panel (1) ......................................................9
Front panel (2) ....................................................10
Front panel (3) ....................................................11
Display panel ......................................................12
Rear panel ..........................................................14
Reference signals....................................16
Reference frequencies............................17
Tapes ........................................................18
Connections.............................................19
Example of connections
with an editing controller .....................................19
IEEE1394 digital interface.......................20
Settings for this unit ............................................20
Precautions for use .............................................20
VANC data recording/playback..............21
VANC data recording ..........................................21
VANC data playback ...........................................21
Joystick and
Variable Speed Playback ........................22
Joystick ...............................................................22
Variable Speed Playback....................................22
PF (Programmable Function) ................. 23
Performing operations using the PF buttons.......23
Operation using the PF buttons ..........................23
Pause/Recording
(Recording with pauses).........................24
Cue up ......................................................24
Repeat playback ......................................25
Setting the BEGIN and END points ....................25
Setting the repeat playback mode ......................25
Recording from a variable frame rate
camera......................................................26
Recording the HD SDI output signal
from a variable frame rate camera......................26
Field displacement ..............................................26
Setup (initial settings).............................27
Setting method using the on-screen menus .......27
Returning to the factory settings .........................27
Setting the user defaults .....................................28
User default loading method...............................29
Menu protection method .....................................30
Menu protection release method ........................30
System frequency switching ...............................31
Procedure for shifting the system frequency.......31
Setup menus............................................32
Menus which are displayed ................................32
SYSTEM............................................................. 36
BASIC................................................................. 37
Formats for playback ..........................................39
OPERATION ......................................................40
INTERFACE ....................................................... 43
EDIT ................................................................... 44
TAPE PROTECT ................................................45
TIME CODE........................................................45
VIDEO ................................................................47
AUDIO ................................................................51
DIF...................................................................... 53
MENU .................................................................54
Time code/user bits.................................55
Timecodes recorded by this product .................. 56
Superimpose screen ...............................57
Video head cleaning................................58
Condensation...........................................58
Maintenance.............................................58
Error messages .......................................59
DIAG menu......................................................... 59
Displaying the DIAG menu .................................59
Displaying the “HOURS METER” information ....59
UMID information display ...................................60
Displaying the warning information.....................61
Error messages ..................................................62
Emergency eject......................................64
Specifications ..........................................65
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Introduction
This unit is a multi-format VTR capable of recording and
playing back HD signals (1080i/59.94 Hz, 1080i/50 Hz,
720P/59.94 Hz, 720P/50 Hz) in DVCPRO HD-LP format
using a small cassette tape 1/4 inch wide, HD (DVCPRO
HD/DVCPRO HD-LP*) and SD (DVCPRO50/DVCPRO)
recorded in DVCPRO format as well as conventional
consumer DV/DVCAM tapes.
A down-converter as a standard feature verifies all tapes
using analog composite signals and SD SDI output.
Similarly, each of the following output signals can be
obtained.
Features
Compact size and light weight
The unit has a width of 214 mm (8-7/16 inches), a height
of 132 mm (5-1/4 inches), and a depth of 442 mm (17-3/
8 inches) (Protruding portion is not included), and
weighs only 8.5 kg (18.74 lb).
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 recording HD 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.
z 720/25p over 60p sources can be converted to 1080/25
PsF or 576i format output signals.
z 720/50p over 60p sources can be converted to 720/50p,
1080/50i or 576i format output signals.
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 onscreen menus displayed on the TV monitor.
* DVCPRO HD-LP has the same format as the DVCPRO HD EX
described in the operation manual of our camera recorder.
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. When playing back a
tape recorded at a frame rate of 50 fps, the tape signals
can be converted to the 1080/50i or 576i format and
output.
<Notes>
z Use tapes that are shot with a variable frame rate
camera.
z Do not use dubbed or edited tapes. The tape control
information may be lost, making it impossible to
convert the signals for playback.
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.
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 record and playback each signal and
also playback NTSC SD material.
The unit also supports the PAL mode. Playback of
1080i/50 Hz, record and playback of 720P/50 Hz or
playback of PAL SD materials is enabled by switching
the setting on the system menu.
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SD down-converter
The unit comes with a built-in SD down-converter as a
standard feature to enable the output of SD SDI signals
and analog composite signals at the same time as HD
SDI output signals and for monitoring the signals on an
SD monitor.
Up-convert function
When an SD format tape is played back, it is possible to
output the signals in the HD SDI output and HD analog
component signals while at the same time outputting
them in SD format, since this unit includes the HD
converter as a standard feature.
Features (continued)
Cross-convert function
The unit comes with a built-in cross-converter to enable
1080i/59.94 Hz format signals to be converted into
720p/59.94 Hz format signals or, conversely, to enable
720p/59.94 Hz format signals to be converted into
1080i/59.94 Hz format signals.
Cross-convert with 1080i/50 Hz and 720p/50 Hz is also
possible.
HD analog component output
This feature enables HD signals to be monitored with
ease.
Gamma correction of cinema for film
This feature corrects the image from a variable frame
rate camera in cinema gamma mode for film to an image
with film quality.
AC/DC operation
The unit supports AC supply voltages ranging from
100V to 240V and DC12V power supply as well.
Editing function
Using the 9-pin serial remote (RS-422A), assembly or
insertion is allowed.
(Only with 1080i/59.94 Hz, 720P/59.94 Hz, 1080i/50 Hz,
and 720P/50 Hz)
Encoder remote controller function
Using the external encoder remote controller, each
setting for the video output signal can be adjusted.
PF (Programmable Function) button
The unit is equipped with three PF buttons. Selecting
the three most frequently used setup menus, the menu
settings can be changed with the buttons on the front
panel.
UMID information recording and playback
This unit supports the recording/playback of UMID
(Unique Material Identifier) information in the SMPTE
330M standard. UMID information can be confirmed
with the diagnostic menu.
VTRs that do not support the recording/playback of
UMID information will not playback UMID information
correctly. In addition, when VTRs that do not support
recording/playback of UMID information are connected
to this unit, UMID information will not be recorded
correctly.
VANC data recording/playback
VANC data packets that added to the Y stream of HD
SDI can be recorded with the video signal. In addition,
VANC data packets can be played back with the Y
stream of HD SDI. This unit is capable of input and
output through the IEEE1394 standard interface.
AUTO REC Feature
This unit can be connected to our camera recorder
using HD SDI signals. It is possible to remotely turn ON/
OFF the recording feature of this unit by using
overlapped commands.
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 device, regeneration
to an external time code is possible.
Since the backup function using a backup battery is
incorporated in the TCG (time code generator), time
codes during free-run operations are retained even if the
power of the unit is turned off.
Joystick and variable speed playback
The unit is equipped with a joystick (stick controller) for
use of the search function during variable speed
playback.
In addition, the joystick allows convenient setting of the
onscreen menu/time code generator.
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Features (continued)
Multi-functional interfaces
z Serial digital input/output
The unit’s HD component serial I/O interface enables
interfacing with HD component video signals and 8channel 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)
z Analog video output
Since the unit’s down-converter comes as a standard
feature, the analog composite signals can be monitored
on an SD monitor.
z 9-pin remote
The unit’s 9-pin remote control connector enables it to
be operated with an external remote controller.
z IEEE1394 digital input/output
Set to this position when controlling this unit with the AV/
C command of the 9-pin REMOTE, REMOTE of HD
SDI, IEEE1394.
<Playback formats and output formats>
Playback format Output format
DVCPRO HD-LP,
DVCPRO HD
DVCPRO50 DVCPRO50, DV
DVCPRO DVCPRO, DV
DV, DVCAM DV
In case of EE and REC modes:
z Select a value other than “1394” with the
INPUT SELECT button on the front
panel.
DVCPRO HD,
DVCPRO50, DV
DVCPRO HD
<Note>
When any of the settings below is established, no
signals will be output from the IEEE1394 digital
interface.
z When “60/24” is selected as the menu item No.030
HD FREQUENCY setting
z When “23/24,” “25 (HD),” “25 (SD),” “50 (HD),” or “50
(SD)” is selected in menu item No. 025 SYSTEM
FREQ.
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Parts and their functions
Front panel (1)
HD
REC
CH3/7 CH4/8
PB
PB
REC/PB
CH1 CH2 CH1 CH2
CH1/5 CH2/6
POWER switch
Cassette insertion slot (See page 18)
EJECT button
When this button is pressed, the tape is unloaded and
the cassette is ejected automatically a few seconds
later. When CTL display has been selected for the
counter display, the display is reset.
To enable or disable the EJECT button operation during
recording, use menu No. 115 EJECT SW INH.
CONTROL switch
This is selected to control the unit from an external
source using the REMOTE connector.
REMOTE: Set to this position when controlling the unit
with the AV/C command or the commands
overlapped on the HD SDI of the 9-pin
REMOTE, via IEEE1394.
LOCAL : Set to this position to control the unit using
the controls on the unit’s operation panel.
MONITOR SEL button
This button is used to select the audio signals which are
to be output to the AUDIO MON L and R connectors.
Each time the button is pressed, the audio signals to be
output to the AUDIO MON L or R connector are
changed in the following sequence.
[CH1] [CH3] [CH1] [CH2] [CH3] [CH4]
L :
R :
[CH2] [CH4] [CH1] [CH2] [CH3] [CH4]
[CUE] [CH1+CH2] [CH3+CH4]
[CUE] [CH1+CH2] [CH3+CH4]
Which signal is currently selected is displayed by the
lighting of the L or R lamp on the level meter display.
Select [CH5-8] on the menu No. 783 AUDIO CH SEL to
monitor CH5 to CH8.
Headphone jack and volume control
When stereo headphones are connected to the headset
jack, you can monitor the audio signal through the
headphones during recording and playback.
The headphone volume for output and monitoring output
can be adjusted with the volume control knob. Whether
the monitoring volume is linked to the volume control
knob or not can be selected in menu No. 712 MONI
OUT. In independent operation, the monitor output is
fixed regardless of the position of the volume control
knob.
Also, the output volume of the headphones is always
linked to the volume control knob.
REC INHIBIT switch
This switch is used to enable or disable recording on the
cassette tape.
ON: Recording on the cassette tape is disabled
(inhibited). In this state, the REC INH lamp lights
on the display panel.
OFF: Recording on the cassette tape is enabled so
long as the accidental erasure prevention
mechanism on the cassette tape is set to enable
recording.
METER (FULL/FINE) selector button
This button is used to select the scale display for the
audio level meter.
FULL mode:
The standard scale (– to 0 dB) is selected.
FINE mode:
The scale in 0.5 dB increments is selected. The
position indicates the standard level of –20 dB
(For AJ-HD1400P) or –18 dB (For AJ-HD1400E).
(See page 12)
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Parts and their functions (continued)
Front panel (2)
HD
REC
CH1 CH2 CH1 CH2
CH1/5 CH2/6
INPUT SELECT buttons
These buttons are used to switch the video and audio
input signals. They can also be used to switch the video
input signals to the internal reference signal selected as
the menu item No.601 VIDEO INT SG setting.
VIDEO:
When SG has been selected, the signal is switched to
the internal reference signal selected as the menu item
No.601 VIDEO INT SG setting.
AUDIO:
<Notes>
z It is possible to inhibit the input switch operations
(video and audio) of the INPUT SELECT buttons
using menu item No.190 V IN SEL INH and item
No.191 A IN SEL INH.
z The audio input signal cannot be switched to [1394]
independently. The audio signal can be switched to
[1394] only when the video signal is switched to
[1394] by interlocking.
Since the audio input signal at this time is fixed to
[1394], it cannot be switched to another input signal.
PF button
When this button is pressed, buttons - to
function as the PF1, PF2 and PF3 buttons, respectively.
When it is pressed again before another button is
pressed, these modes are canceled.
When this button is pressed together with the MENU/
DIAG button , the DIAG screen is displayed.
COUNTER/PF1 button
Each time this button is pressed, the counter display on
the display panel changes by one step in the following
sequence: CTL > TC > UB > REM.
PB
REC/PB
CH3/7 CH4/8
PB
Each time the VIDEO button is pressed, the input
video signal selection is switched in the order of
[HD SDI] > [1394] > [SG].
Each time the AUDIO button is pressed, the input
audio signal selection is switched in the order of
[HD SDI] > [SG] > [ANALOG].
SEARCH
button
RESET/PF2 button
When this button is pressed in the CTL mode, the
counter display is reset to [00:00:00:00].
When it is pressed in the TC/UB mode while holding
down the TC PRESET button , the generator is reset.
TC PRESET/PF3 button
This button is used to set the TC or UB values.
MENU/DIAG button
When the connector that is selected in menu No. 005
SUPER is used, When this button is pressed, the setup
menus are displayed on the TV monitor, and the setup
menu numbers are displayed on the unit’s display panel.
When it is pressed again, the setup menu settings are
exited, and the original status is restored.
When the button is pressed while holding down the PF
button , the VTR information is displayed. When it is
pressed again, the original display is restored. The VTR
information consists of the WARNING, HOURS METER,
UMID INFO and DIF STATUS 1, 2 information.
The SEARCH button is used to switch the displays
between these kinds of information.
Descriptions of the warnings are displayed on the
WARNING screen. The deck’s serial number, poweron
time, drum rotation time, tape travel time, number of
loading times, number of power on/off times, etc. are
displayed on the HOURS METER screen. The UMID
(Unique Material Identifier) information is displayed on
the UMID INFO screen. The IEEE1394 digital interface
information is displayed on the DIF STATUS 1, 2 screen.
TCG switch
REGEN
: The internal time code generator is
synchronized with the time code which the time
code reader has read from the tape.
The signal that is to be used for regeneration is
selected using menu No. 505 TCG REGEN.
PRESET
: The time code generator can be preset (see
page 55) on the operation panel or by remote
control.
EXT: The external time code which is input from the
time code input connector or video signal SLTC,
SVITC or IEEE1394 digital input signal is used.
Which of the two is to be set is selected using
menu No. 507 EXT TC SEL.
<Note>
When selecting “1394” with the INPUT VIDEO switch on
the front panel, the time code input to IEEE1394 digital
input/output connector is used.
SUPER switch
ON: Outputs superimposed information, such as time
code, to the connector selected in menu No. 005
SUPER.
OFF: No superimposed information is output.
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Parts and their functions (continued)
Front panel (3)
HD
REC
CH3/7 CH4/8
PB
PB
REC/PB
CH1 CH2 CH1 CH2
CH1/5 CH2/6
Audio level control knobs
These knobs are used to adjust the recording and
playback level of the PCM audio signals.
The audio level control selector switch switches
between the recording/playback level adjustment for
CH1/CH2 and the playback level adjustment for CH1 to
CH4.
<Notes>
z The level of the IEEE1394 digital input/output audio
signals cannot be adjusted.
z For the recording level, only the analog input can be
adjusted.
Joystick
This is used for shuttle, slow and other variable-speed
playback. It is also used for the menu settings, etc.
The stick can be moved upward, downward, to the left or
to the right, and it can also be pressed to initiate
operations. (See “Joystick and Variable Speed
Playback” (page 22))
<Note>
When this unit is turnning on, do not use the stick.
Variable-speed playback and menu setting operation
become impossible.
SEARCH button
When this button is pressed, the search mode is
established.
PLAY button
When this button is pressed, playback starts.
When this button and the REC button are pressed
together, recording starts.
REC button
When this button is pressed together with the PLAY
button, recording starts.
When it is pressed during playback, a search, fast
forwarding or rewinding, the EE mode pictures and
audio signals can be monitored while it is held down.
When it is pressed in the stop mode, the EE mode
pictures and audio signals can be monitored. (When it is
pressed during playback, the servo will be disrupted.)
When the STOP button is pressed, the original pictures
and sound are restored.
Audio level control selector switch
UNITY: At this position, the audio signals are recorded
or played back at a fixed level regardless of the
position of the audio level control knobs .
REC/PB
: The two switches on the left side of the audio
level control knobs control the recording
level for the audio signal from analog input CH1/
CH2, and the two switches on the right side
control the playback level for the audio signal for
CH1/CH2.
PB: At this position, the audio signals for CH1 - CH4
or CH5 - CH8 are played back at the level which
has been adjusted by the audio level control
knobs .
<Note>
When selecting PB, the recording level is UNITY.
Selecting CH1 to CH4 makes the playback level of CH5
to CH8 UNITY while selecting CH5 to CH8 makes the
playback level of CH1 to CH4 UNITY.
Selecting between CH1 to CH4 and CH5 to CH8 can be
performed using menu No. 783 AUDIO CH SEL.
REW button
When this button is pressed, the tape is rewound. The
rewinding speed can be selected using menu No.102
FF. REW MAX.
FF button
When this button is pressed, the tape is fast forwarded.
The fast forwarding speed can be selected using menu
No.102 FF. REW MAX.
STOP button
When this button is pressed, the tape stops traveling,
and when “TAPE” has been selected for the menu item
No.140 OUTPUT setting, the still images can be
monitored.
Even in the stop mode, the drum continues to rotate,
and the tape remains in close contact with the drum.
When the stop mode continues beyond a specific time
period, the unit is automatically set to the standby OFF
mode or STEP FWD mode in order to protect the tape.
(This is set using menu item No.400 to 403.)
Immediately after a cassette has been loaded in the
unit, the stop mode is established.
PAU S E b utton
When this button is pressed during recording, the
recording operation stops temporarily. Restart the
recording by pressing the button again.
When this button is pressed during playback, the screen
changes to a static display. Restart playback by pressing
the button again.
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Parts and their functions (continued)
Display panel
!2"
REMOTE
dB
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
CH-15
LR
!3"
dB
0
-12
-20
26
L
R
!4"
dB
4
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
CH-37
L
!5"
!6"
U
WIDE
dB
0
-12
-20
48
R
L
R
!1"
!7"
COMP
GAMMA
dB
-12
-20
CUE
L
R
!12"
!8"
SYSTEM
59.94 60
50/25PsF
23.98
25
HD
CTL
TC
UB
REM
24
50
SD
Level meter
Displays CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4 of the PCM audio signal or
each level of CH5/CH6/CH7/CH8 and the CUE track.
During recording and when the EE mode is selected, it
shows the levels of the input audio signals; during
playback, it shows the levels of the output audio signals.
The audio level display is switched to CH1/CH2/CH3/
CH4 and CH5/CH6/CH7/CH8 by selecting menu No.
783 AUDIO CH SEL. (See page 52)
The audio level display is switched between the FULL
mode and FINE mode using the METER selector button
(See page 9).
Reference level
(–20dB: AJ-HD1400P)
Reference level
(–18dB: AJ-HD1400E)
!9"
DVCP RO
DVCP RO
DVCP RO
DV CAM
V F R
AUTO REC
DV CONTROL
!10"
HD
HD
50
!17"
1080i
720p
EDIT REC
VIDEO
HDSDI
1394 SG
!11"
INH S
AUDI O
HDSDI
1394 SG
ANALOG
!16"
!14"
!15"
!13"
COMP lamp
This lamp turns on when “DARK” is selected in menu
No. 693 COMP MODE.
SYSTEM FREQ display screen
Displays the selections of menu No. 25 SYSTEM FREQ.
VFR (Variable Frame Rate) lamp
This lamp lights when a tape (24/25/50PsF) from a
variable frame rate camera is played back after selecting
the frame rate converter and when conversion is
performed normally.
If the tape and selected frame rate conversion function
for play back do not match, the lamp flashes on and off.
Select the frame rate conversion function in menu No.
25 SYSTEM FREQ. (See page 37)
FULL mode FINE mode
FULL mode
FINE mode
REMOTE lamp
This lamp lights when the CONTROL switch has been
set to the REMOTE position.
Repeat lamp
This lights when the repeat play mode has been set.
U lamp
This lamp lights when UMID information is present on
the input signal in EE mode.
This lamp lights during tape playback when UMID
information has been recorded on the tape.
WIDE lamp
This lamp turns on when “SQUEEZ” is selected in menu
No. 620 DOWNCON MODE and the down-conversion
output is set to wide screen, or when wide screen
information is recorded on tape when an SD tape is
played back.
Format displays
The recording format and the format (DVCPRO HD
1080i/DVCPRO HD 720P/DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV/
DVCAM) of the tape inserted in the unit are displayed
here.
INPUT SELECT display area
The characters corresponding to the selected input
signals light up in this area. With the exception of analog
audio signals, flashing appears in this area if the
selected input signals are not available.
VIDEO
HDSDI
: HD serial digital video signals
1394: IEEE1394 digital signals
SG: Internal reference signal
AUDIO
HDSDI
: HD serial digital audio signals
1394: IEEE1394 digital signals
SG: Internal reference signal
ANALOG
: Analog audio signals
GAMMA lamp
This lamp lights when GAMMA function is selected in
menu No.693 GAMMA SEL.
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Parts and their functions (continued)
lamp
This lamp lights when a cassette tape is inserted into
the VTR.
In the standby OFF mode, this lamp is flashing.
Counter display
The tape counter, time code, etc. are displayed here.
The type of value displayed is indicated by CTL, TC, UB
or REM.
CTL: This area indicates the tape timer (control signal).
TC: This area indicates time code data.
UB: This area indicates user bit data.
REM: This area indicates the remaining tape time and
total tape duration in minutes.
Example: [30-46]
Remaining tape time: 30 minutes,
Total tape duration: 46 minutes
EDIT/EDIT REC/REC/REC INH lamps
EDIT: This lamp lights when the edit mode is selected.
(9-pin control)
EDIT REC:
This lamp lights when in the editing record status.
(9-pin control)
REC: This lights in the recording mode.
REC INH:
This lamp lights in the recording prohibited status
(when the front upper REC INHIBIT switch is
“ON” or when the tape was recorded in a format
other than DVCPRO HD-LP and was played back
while “ON” was selected in menu No. 118 SP
MODE INH, or the cassette is in the erase
protection status.)
Recording is not possible while this lamp is
lighted.
Whether the lamp is to light or flash when the
accidental erasure prevention tab on the cassette
tape has been set to the recording inhibit position
can be selected using menu item No.114 REC
INH LAMP.
Backup battery warning lamp
This lamp displays the voltage condition of the backup
battery for 5 seconds after turning on the power.
Steady light
Flashing : The backup battery is not installed
This unit is equipped with a backup mechanism to count
down the time code generator while the power of the
unit is turned off. For details, refer to “Time code when
power is not supplied” (page 56).
The battery must be replaced periodically, since this unit
cannot count down and the numerical value of the time
code generator is reset if the backup battery voltage
drops below the specified value. However, it is not
necessary to replace the battery when it is not
necessary to drive the backup feature.
: The voltage is the specified voltage or
more
properly or the voltage of the backup
battery is less than the specified voltage.
<NOTE>
Refer replacement of backup battery to qualified
service personel.
Channel condition lamps
These lamps light to indicate the error rate status.
Green
: This lights when the error rates for the video and
audio playback signals are both at acceptable
levels.
White
: This lights when the error rate for the video or
audio playback level has increased.
The playback picture and sound remain
unaffected even while this lamp is lighted.
Red: This lights when the error rate for the video or
audio playback level has increased to the extent
that correction or interpolation was performed.
S (servo) lamp
This lights when both the drum servo and capstan servo
are locked.
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Parts and their functions (continued)
Rear panel
TC
AUDIO OUT
CH1
MONITOR
IN
OUT
CH2
PUSH
PUSH
R
HD/SDI
IN
OUT1
OUT2
SD/SDI
DVCP RO
/DV
PUSH
PUSH
L
AC 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.
DC IN socket
This is the input connector for the DC 12V supply
voltage.
Use an external DC power supply rated at DC 12 V/7 A
(12 A peak or higher)
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.
Pin No. Signal
1
2
3
4
1 Ground
2–
3–
4 +12 V
ENCODER
REMOTE
1
2
(SUPER)
CH2
VIDEO OUT
Y
AUDIO
MON
OUT
P
B
P
R
L
DC OUT
12V 250mA
R
R
E
FUSE 250V T2.5AH
M
F1
O
R
T
DC IN
AC IN
SIGNAL
GND
HD/SD REF IN
AUDIO IN
CH1
If an external DC power supply is used, then check the
ratings of the external DC power supply so that they are
compatible with those of this unit. Check the pin
arrangements of the DC output terminal of the external DC
power supply and those of the DC IN socket of this unit so
that their polarities are correctly arranged.
If +12 V are supplied to the unit’s GND terminal by
mistake, this may cause fire or injury.
If the polarities of the DC IN connectors of other devices
are incorrect, and the other devices are connected to the
unit by mistake, fire or personal injury may result.
<Notes>
z If an external DC power supply is used, then make
sure that the external DC power supply is first turned
ON, then this unit is turned ON. Improper operation
may result in a malfunction in the unit due to slow
startup of the output voltage of the external DC power
supply.
z If input exceeds 18 V by mistake, the protection
feature shuts down the power source at around 20 to
35 V. Change the voltage to the regular voltage, and
the unit is available. An AC source cannot be
connected to this terminal.
DC OUT socket
This is the DC 12V output socket.
Power is supplied from here to the external remote
controller (AJ-A95: optional accessory).
The DC power cable is packed together with the AJA95.
External DC adapter
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Pin No. Signal
2
3
4
1
1 Ground
2–
3–
4 +12 V
Fuse holder
This holds the AC 250 V/2.5 A fuse (time lag type).
<Note>
Use the fuse specified by Panasonic.
Parts and their functions (continued)
VIDEO OUT (1, 2, Y, PB, PR) connectors
By changing the menu item No.615 V OUT SEL setting,
either analog composite signals or HD analog
component Y signals are output from the VIDEO OUT1
connector.
Analog composite 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.
<Note>
When HD analog component output or HD SDI output
signals are output with the 60 Hz or 24 Hz system
frequency, the SD SDI signals 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).
TC IN connector
This is used to record an external time code onto the
tape.
TC OUT connector
This is used to output the playback time code during
playback.
During recording, the time code generated by the
internal time code generator is output from this
connector.
HD/SD REF VIDEO IN connector and OUT
connector
Input connector for the HD/SD reference video signal
and loop through output connector.
<Notes>
z 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.
z When inputting an SD reference signal to the
connector, use a black burst signal which satisfy the
SMPTE170M or ITU624-4 standard.
z If no cable is connected to the REF VIDEO OUT
connector, the REF VIDEO IN connector will be 75
h
automatically. If the cable is connected, the 75 h
connection is cancelled.
AUDIO IN connectors (CH1, CH2)
These are the input connectors for the analog audio
signals.
AUDIO OUT/MONITOR connector
(CH1, CH2, Lch, Rch)
These are the output connectors for the analog audio
signals.
It is possible to interlock Lch/Rch to the volume control
knob for headphones by adjusting menu No. 712 MONI
OUT appropriately.
AUDIO MONITOR connectors
These are the audio monitor output connectors.These
connectors output the monitor selection channels.
It is possible to interlock these connectors to the volume
control knob for headphones by adjusting menu No. 712
MONI OUT appropriately.
REMOTE CONTROL connector
An external remote controller is connected here to
enable the unit to be operated using an external device.
<Notes>
z Set the LOCAL/REMOTE switch to REMOTE.
z The connector satisfies the RS-422A interface
standard.
Pin No. Signal
1
6
9
5
1 Frame Ground
2 Transmit A
3 Receive B
4 Receive Common
5–
6 Transmit Common
7 Transmit B
8 Receive A
9 Frame Ground
Fan motor
This is provided to cool off the unit.
Grips
This is the handle for carrying the unit.
ENCODER REMOTE connector
Connect a connector encoder remote controller when
externally adjusting each setting of the video output signal.
Pin No. Signal
1 FRAME GROUND
4 REM(G)
REM RX (X)
7
REMOTE CONTROL PROTOCOL RECEIVE
REM TX (X)
8
REMOTE CONTROL PROTOCOL TRANSMIT
REM RX (Y)
14
REMOTE CONTROL PROTOCOL RECEIVE
REM TX (Y)
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REMOTE CONTROL PROTOCOL TRANSMIT
HD SERIAL COMPONENT AUDIO VIDEO IN/
OUT connector
These are input-output connectors for the HD digital
component audio/video signal conforming to the
SMPTE 292M, 296M or 299M standard.
SD SERIAL COMPONENT AUDIO VIDEO OUT
connector
These are output connectors for the digital component
audio/video signal conforming to the SMPTE 259M-C,
272M-A standard.
They are output during DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, DV or
DVCAM interchangeable playback or when signals are
down-converted and output.
<Note>
When in 23.98/24 Hz mode, SD SDI output, the system
phase of analog composite video output may change to
match the phase of HD SDI output when tape speed is
at the standard rate.
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Parts and their functions (continued)
IEEE1394 digital input/output connector
This unit is capable of input and output through a digital
interface conforming to the IEEE1394 standard. Use 6pin connectors. Does not support bus power.
Reference signals
During tape playback, the video output reference signals are as shown in the table below.
In the 59.94 Hz/60 Hz or 50 Hz mode
Input signals Menu item No.031
REF_IN INPUT AUTO HD_REF SD_REF
HD_REF_IN
SD_REF_IN
None
*1 If “1394” or “INT SG (internal standard signal)” is selected for the video input signal, the video output reference signal will always be
“Internal HD.”
Input HD_REF_IN HD_REF_IN Internal SD INPUT
Not input HD_REF_IN HD_REF_IN Internal SD Internal HD
Input SD_REF_IN Internal HD SD_REF_IN INPUT
Not input SD_REF_IN Internal HD SD_REF_IN Internal SD
Input INPUT Internal HD Internal SD INPUT
Not input Internal HD Internal HD Internal SD Internal HD
<Notes>
z When “E-AUTO” is selected in menu No. 031 OUT REF, the unit operates as if “INPUT” is selected in edit mode or “AUTO”
is selected in modes other than the edit mode.
z When using the SD > HD up-converter and HD > HD cross-converter, input the HD tri-level sync signal that supports the
HD output format in order to initiate operation using HD_REF_IN.
INPUT*
1
In the 23.98 Hz/24 Hz mode
Input signals
REF_IN
HD_REF_IN HD_REF_IN
None Internal HD
In the 25 Hz (HD), 25 Hz (SD), 50 Hz (HD) or 50 Hz (SD) mode
Input signals Menu item No.031
REF_IN AUTO HD_REF SD_REF INPUT
HD_REF_IN HD_REF_IN HD_REF_IN Internal SD Internal HD
SD_REF_IN SD_REF_IN Internal HD SD_REF_IN Internal HD
None Internal HD Internal HD Internal SD Internal HD
<Notes>
z In the 25 Hz (HD) or 50 Hz (HD) mode, black signals are output from the SD SDI output and analog composite output
connectors.
z In the 25 Hz (SD) or 50 Hz (SD) mode, black signals are output from the HD SDI output and analog component output
connectors.
z All the HD SDI output, SD SDI output, video output, analog component output, audio output and TC output signals are
output in phase with the REF input.
Internal HD:
With HD tape playback as the reference, operation uses a 74 MHz clock signal in the free-run mode.
Internal SD:
With SD tape playback as the reference, operation uses a 4fsc clock signal in the free-run mode.
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Reference frequencies
During tape playback, the video output reference frequencies are as shown in the table below.
In the 59.94 Hz/60 Hz or 60 Hz mode
Input signals Menu item No.031
REF_IN INPUT AUTO HD_REF SD_REF INPUT
HD_REF_IN
SD_REF_IN
None
Input
Not input
Input 59.94Hz
Not input 59.94Hz
Input
Not input
Complies with
HD REF IN
frequency
Complies with
HD REF IN
frequency
Complies with
INPUT
frequency
Complies with
menu item No.030
frequency
Complies with
HD REF IN
frequency
Complies with
HD REF IN
frequency
Complies with
menu item No.030
frequency
Complies with
menu item No.030
frequency
Complies with
menu item No.030
frequency
Complies with
menu item No.030
frequency
59.94Hz
59.94Hz
59.94Hz
59.94Hz
59.94Hz
59.94Hz
Complies with
Complies with
menu item No.030
Complies with
Complies with
menu item No.030
Complies with
Complies with
menu item No.030
INPUT
frequency
frequency
INPUT
frequency
frequency
INPUT
frequency
frequency
<Notes>
z During SD tape playback, operation is not possible in the 60 Hz mode.
z When the HD SDI output signals are output at 60 Hz/24 Hz, the SD SDI signal is output in the NO SYNC status, and the
analog composite signals are output in black-and-white mode (burst OFF).
z All the HD SDI output, SD SDI output, analog composite output, analog component output, audio output and TC output
signals are output in phase with the REF input.
When “90H” is selected as the menu item No.26 HD SYS H ADV, the HD output is output with a phase 90H ahead of the SD
output.
When the SD REF signal is input, the REF input and SD output signals are inphase, and when the HD REF signal is input,
the REF input and HD output signalsare in-phase.
z The audio output and TC output signals are output in-phase with the HD output signals.
z With the 720p format, there is a phase difference of 120H.
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Tapes
REC
CH1 CH2 CH1 CH2
CH1/5 CH2/6
CH3/7 CH4/8
PB
M cassette guide
HD
PB
M cassette size
L cassette size
Consumer-use DV and DVCAM cassettes
(Standard DV and DVCAM cassettes, mini DV and
DVCAM cassettes)
z Use a cassette adapter (AJ-CS455P) when a mini DV or
DVCAM cassette is to be used.
Note that inserting a mini DV or DVCAM cassette without
the use of a cassette adapter will cause malfunctioning.
Also note that long-duration mini DV cassettes (80 minutes
in the standard mode and 120 minutes in the LP mode)
cannot be used.
z It is not possible to play back tapes which have been
recorded in the LP mode.
z When editing material recorded on a consumer-use DV or
DVCAM cassette, first record the material on a DVCPRO
tape or other tape used by VTRs for broadcast
applications.
z The maximum transport speed of a mini DV or DVCAM
cassette tape is 32k.
z The images may be subject to disturbance during the slow
motion playback of consumer-use DV and DVCAM
cassette tapes.
z From the perspective of protecting consumer-use DV and
DVCAM cassette tapes, minimize the number of times the
tapes are cued up at the same locations as much as
possible.
z When consumer-use DV and DVCAM cassette tapes are
used, the maximum time for STILL TIMER is set to 10
seconds.
It is recommended that tapes bearing the Panasonic
brand be used as the consumer-use DV tapes.
Align the center of the cassette with the
center of the insertion slot, and press it in
gently.
The cassette tape will load automatically.
<Notes on cassette insertion>
z Set the cassette level with the cassette slit and insert
straight.
z Do not put your hand in the cassette slit.
z Insert an M-cassette between the left/right M-cassette
guides.
z If the cassette slit is exposed to the strong direct rays of
the sun, a malfunction in the tape travel may occur.
M cassettes
Tapes capable of up to 33 minutes of recording or playback
(AJ-HP33EMG: for AJ-HD1400E)
L cassettes
Tapes capable of up to 64 minutes of recording or playback
(AJ-HP64ELG: for AJ-HD1400P and AJ-HD1400E)
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Connections
Example of connections with an editing controller
Recorder
AV m onitor
Analog composite
signals
Audio monitor
signals
Editing controller
AG-A850 etc.
To REMOTE CONTROL
connector
Remote signals
Video input signals
Audio input signals
AV switcher
AV monitor
Video monitor signals
Audio monitor
signals
Reference signal
generator
Source unit
Analog
composit
e signals
AV monitor
To REMOTE CONTROL
connector
Audio
monitor
signals
Remote signals
Video output signals
Audio output signals
To REMOTE CONTROL
connector
Reference signal
Source unit
composite
signals
AV m onitor
Reference signal
Audio
monitor
signals
Audio output signals
Video output signals
Analog
<Notes>
z When disconnecting the remote signals (9P) from one component and re-connecting them to another component,
check the settings,etc. of the editing controller.
z If the editing operation is executed via the 1394 connection, errors may occur in the editing.
z If the JOG/VAR operates at a half speed or less, errors may occur in the CTL count.
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IEEE1394 digital interface
Settings for this unit
Confirm that menu No. 882 DIF IN CH and No. 883 DIF OUT
CH of this unit are set to “AUTO.”
Input-output of the digital input signal is enabled when “59/
60” is selected in menu No. 25 SYSTEM FREQ and
operated in 59.94 Hz. Input-output of the digital input signal
is enabled when “50i/25P” is selected in menu No. 25
SYSTEM FREQ as well.
<Notes>
z The incoming signal is limited to the format selected in
menu No. 020 SYSTEM FORMAT.
z The output format is determined according to the list
shown below.
Playback format Output data format
DVCPRO HD-LP,
DVCPRO HD
DVCPRO50 DVCPRO50, DV*
DVCPRO DVCPRO, DV
DV, DVCAM DV
For EE mode or recording/editing
(Including scene-to-scene
continuity)
z Select a value other than "1394"
with the INPUT SELECT button
on the front panel.
* CH1/CH2 or CH3/CH4 can be selected as the output audio
channel.
With the following setting, the signal is not output from the
IEEE1394 digital interface.
z When “23/24,” “25 (HD),” “25 (SD),” “50 (HD),” or “50 (SD)” is
selected in menu No. 025 SYTEM FREQ
z When the unit operates in 60 Hz/24 Hz
DVCPRO HD,
DVCPRO50, DV*
DVCPRO HD*
Precautions for use
z Connect the interface with another device on a 1:1 basis.
z If the E-92 warning (1394 INITIAL ERROR) is displayed,
either re-connect the connecting cable or turn the VTR’s
power off and back on.
z The AV signals may be disrupted when the power of the
connected devices is turned on or off and when the
interface cable is connected or disconnected.
z When the input signals are switched or the mode is
transferred, it may take a few seconds for the system to
stabilize. Proceed with the recording operation only after
the system has stabilized.
z The following situation applies when recording is to be
performed by selecting the IEEE1394 digital interface
input, and it applies with the signals which are output by
the IEEE1394 digital interface.
The audio level control knobs on the front panel do not
work. The settings in menu No. 680/681/695 are
ignored and the blanking will not be applied.
When playback signals other than regular 1a speed
playback signals have been input, no guarantees are
made for the pictures and sound which will be
recorded or for the EE-type pictures and sound.
z The following situation applies when the video input
selection has been set as the IEEE1394 digital interface.
The SDI signals, the analog video output signals and
time code output signals become irregular in the EE
mode. Do not use these signals for recording
purposes. (The teletext signals and other signals
superimposed onto the video output signals also
become irregular.)
z During SLOW/STILL playback, unprocessed video and
audio signals are output as the IEEE1394 digital interface
output. When these video and audio signals are monitored
using another device, they may differ from the video and
audio signals played back by this unit.
When the equipment for non-linear editing is connected to
this unit, do not start any other application program than
software for the non-linear edit. Non-linear editing
equipment may garble the output video picture.
Be absolutely sure not to defeat the following
safeguards when connecting the IEEE1394
cable.
(1) Ensure that the unit and all devices to be
connected are grounded (or connected to a
common ground).
If the equipment cannot be grounded, first turn off
the power of all the connected devices, and then
disconnect and re-connect the IEEE1394 cable.
(2) When connecting the unit to a device equipped
with a 4-pin connector, connect the unit’s
connector (6-pin type) first.
(3) When making a connection to a PC equipped
with a 6-pin connector, connect the 1394 cable
so that it mates properly with the 1394
connector. Bear in mind that if the plug is
inserted the wrong way round, the unit may be
damaged as a result.
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VANC data recording/playback
VANC data recording
1 Detects the VANC data packets that multiplex recorded
in the following range of the Y stream of HD SDI.
1080i: L9–L20, L571–L583
720P: L9–L25
<Note>
HANC data packets are not be detected.
2 Records VANC data packets up to the following volume
in the VAUX region of the DVCPRO HD format in the
order of the earlier line.
1080i: 5760 word/frame
720P: 2880 word/frame
<Note>
Data packets that exceed the capacity will not be
recorded or played back.
3
Records the video signal from the HD SDI simultaneously.
<Note>
Recording and playback of VANC data only are not
possible.
VANC data playback
1 If the VTR mode is one of the following, VANC data will
be multiplexed to the Y stream of the HD SDI and will be
played back with the video signal.
z Normal playback mode
z Simultaneous playback mode
z Edit playback mode
z EE mode
<Notes>
z If an operation mode other than the above, such as FF,
REW, JOG, VAR, the video signal will only be played
back by muting VANC data.
z Playback of VANC data only is not possible.
2 VANC data packets will be multiplexed to the same line
of the multiplex line.
<Notes>
z For format conversion playback, the video signal only
will be played back by muting VANC data.
z Metadata recorded on the tape will be output giving
UMID information first priority. When metadata is
output, set to a line other than the original multiplexed
line or select “BLANK.”
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