Specifications

Overview

Purpose

The R-1 Pilot Computer is the control and display center of the R-1 recording

system. The user input from the computer keyboard, pointer device (trackball or

mouse), and R-1 Remote control are all processed by the Pilot. The Pilot then acts as

the data manager for the state of the R-1 machine, responding to input with display

at the R-1 Remote control and in the Graphical User Interface (GUI). In standard

operating modes, NO AUDIO PASSES THROUGH THE PILOT computer.

The R-1 Pilot is a remarkably high-powered “Wintel-based” computer system.

Because the Pilot is a computer, the operation and the behavior of the R-1 can be

updated by loading new software. The Pilot also provides the R-1 a portal to future

integration into a more computer-centric networked environment. This computer

modality allows for the use of multimedia and database tools to help manage the R-1

“assets.”

Features

The R-1 Pilot is a high speed Pentium III computer in a 2 RU steel case with a

machined heavy aluminum front panel. The Pilot has fault tolerance designed in for

maximum stability. The R-1 Pilot offers some important features to the recorder

product:

• Software control of all functions

• Responsive high-speed TFT metering display

• Fixed Now-Line 24-Track display with individual clips per punch in/out

• Directory display of all Titles and Sounds on the system

• Bi-directional serial communication with Remote for input and display

• Visual status feedback of most functions and operational modes

• Pentium II processing for control, display, and state machine management

• 3D/2D accelerated graphics (1024 X 768 with 16-bit color)

• Three high speed IEEE 1394 data ports

• Network ready RJ45 connection

• Windows 98/2000 (ready) operating system

• CD-ROM for loading new software

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Floppy Drive for Title file safety back up and emergency boot up