Owner`s manual

nanoFlash FAQs
10-Apr-10 ©Convergent Design, Inc. Page 21 of 42
83. How do I know the recording is active?
The nanoFlash displays red recording lights just above the Compact Flash slots and
blinks the tally light on the optional remote control switch. Additionally, there are start and
stop tones to the headphone which can be enabled.
84. Can I record the HDMI output from my Blu-ray Player?
No, the HDMI output from Blu-ray is encrypted via HDCP (High-Definition Content
Protection) and cannot be copied.
85. Can I trigger multiple nanoFlash units to start recording simultaneously?
Yes, the simplest approach is to connect the remote start/stop triggers from all cameras
together to one master start/stop switch. Also, the tally lights from all boxes can be wired
together to a master tally light which is only active if all nanoFlashes are recording.
Finally, if all cameras are genlocked, then since the nanoFlash locks to the incoming
HD/SD-SDI source, all nanoFlash’s will automatically be genlocked together.
86. Can I trigger multiple nanoFlashes to start playback simultaneously?
Yes, the remote control input from multiple nanoFlashes can be tied together to a single
master trigger switch. For frame accurate playback, a common HD-SDI reference must
also be sent to all nanoFlash (through a distribution amp, for example).
87. Can I force the nanoFlash to switch to the next CF card during a record session?
This feature will allow users to remove a partially filled CF card, so the footage can quickly
be moved to an NLE system. This capability is planned for release with hot-swap.
88. Does nanoFlash support fast-forward, rewind, or pause playback control?
Currently the nanoFlash supports normal play speed, pause and 2X/4X fast-forward. Tap
the Play button to initiate/cancel Pause. Hold down the Play button to increase playback
to 2X or 4X.
89. Can I jump from clip to clip (or file to file) during playback?
Yes, you can jump from clip to clip using the up and down arrows and jump from file to file
using the right and left arrow buttons during playback..
90. Can I loop on a particular clip during playback?
Currently you can loop on all video files only. A future release will add the option to loop
on a particular clip.
91. What parameters are displayed on the LCD screen during recording?
a. Total remaining recording capacity (in minutes), total of all CF cards.
b. CF card level meters (0 to 100%)
c. Current Time-Code (HH:MM:SS;FF)
d. Current Video Input Format (1080i59.94, etc.)
e. Audio Level Meter (2-Channels: -60 to 0 dB)
f. File Name and Recording Format (QT, MXF, or MPG)
g. Incoming power voltage level (useful for battery monitoring)