TOP MENU CONTENTS Digital Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions Model No. AJ- E AJ- E Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
CONTENTS 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.
CONTENTS IMPORTANT Operating precaution “Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.” 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.
TOP MENU Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Parts and their functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTENTS Features Light and compact This unit is a 4U size digital VTR and can be easily mounted in a 19-inch rack by using the rack mounting adapters (AJ-MA75P, optional accessory). Up to 92 minutes of recording M cassettes (max. 33 minutes: using the AJ-5P33MP) and L cassettes (max. 92 minutes: using the AJ5P92LP) can be used with this unit. Tape width is a compact 1/4-inch.
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Front panel 1 5 2 4 DVCPRO 50 POWER ON 3 DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L COUNTER ASSEM VIDEO CUE TC RESET CH3 CH4 CH1 CH2 STAND BY PLAYER RECORDER EDIT PLAY REC REW STOP FF MONITOR SELECT R INSERT A IN JOG SHTL SLOW A OUT TRIM HEADPHONES MONITOR MIX A VOL SELECT INPUT SELECT PREVIEW/PREVIEW AUTO EDIT SET PREROLL IN VIDEO CH1 OUT AUDIO CH2 CH3 CH4 REC LEVEL UNITY PB LEVEL VAR TC PRESET MENU SET DIAG SUPER ON OFF TC
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Front panel 9 FF button ;<6 79 DVCPRO 50 POWER ON DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L COUNTER ASSEM VIDEO CUE TC RESET CH3 CH4 CH1 CH2 STAND BY PLAYER RECORDER EDIT PLAY REC REW STOP FF MONITOR SELECT R INSERT A IN JOG SHTL SLOW A OUT TRIM HEADPHONES A VOL SELECT MONITOR MIX INPUT SELECT PREVIEW/PREVIEW AUTO EDIT IN VIDEO CH1 : REW button SET PREROLL OUT When this button is pressed, the tape is rewound.
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Front panel @ Search dial DC DVCPRO 50 POWER ON = > B ? DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L COUNTER ASSEM VIDEO CUE TC RESET CH3 CH4 CH1 CH2 MONITOR SELECT R INSERT A IN STAND BY PLAYER RECORDER EDIT PLAY REC REW STOP FF JOG SHTL SLOW SHTL (shuttle) mode: A OUT TRIM HEADPHONES MONITOR MIX A VOL SELECT INPUT SELECT PREVIEW/PREVIEW AUTO EDIT SET PREROLL IN VIDEO CH1 OUT AUDIO CH2 CH3 CH4 REC LEVEL UNITY PB LEVEL VAR TC PRESET
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Front panel JKI H E F L DVCPRO 50 POWER ON DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L COUNTER ASSEM VIDEO CUE TC RESET CH3 CH4 CH1 CH2 STAND BY PLAYER RECORDER EDIT PLAY REC REW STOP FF MONITOR SELECT R INSERT A IN JOG SHTL SLOW A OUT TRIM HEADPHONES MONITOR MIX A VOL SELECT INPUT SELECT PREVIEW/PREVIEW AUTO EDIT SET PREROLL IN VIDEO CH1 OUT AUDIO CH2 CH3 CH4 REC LEVEL UNITY PB LEVEL VAR TC PRESET MENU SET DIAG SUPER ON OFF TCG
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Front panel M DVCPRO 50 POWER ON DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L COUNTER ASSEM VIDEO CUE RESET CH3 CH1 CH2 TC STAND BY PLAYER RECORDER EDIT PLAY REC R INSERT A IN REW STOP FF JOG SHTL SLOW CH4 MONITOR SELECT A OUT TRIM HEADPHONES MONITOR MIX A VOL SELECT INPUT SELECT PREVIEW/PREVIEW AUTO EDIT IN VIDEO CH1 OUT AUDIO CH2 CH3 CH4 REC LEVEL UNITY PB LEVEL VAR O NP SET PREROLL Q TC PRESET MENU SET DIAG SUPER ON OFF TCG M
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Front panel DVCPRO 50 POWER ON DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L COUNTER ASSEM VIDEO CUE RESET CH3 CH1 CH2 TC STAND BY PLAYER RECORDER EDIT PLAY REC R INSERT A IN REW STOP FF JOG SHTL SLOW CH4 MONITOR SELECT A OUT TRIM HEADPHONES MONITOR MIX A VOL SELECT INPUT SELECT PREVIEW/PREVIEW AUTO EDIT SET PREROLL IN VIDEO CH1 OUT AUDIO CH2 CH3 CH4 REC LEVEL UNITY PB LEVEL VAR TC PRESET MENU SET DIAG SUPER ON OFF TCG MODE CONTROL
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Display panel 1 2 3 WIDE REMOTE 525 625 dB dB dB dB 0 0 0 0 -4 -4 -4 -4 CUE dB -8 -8 -8 -8 -8 -12 -12 -12 -12 -12 -16 -16 -16 -16 -16 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -25 -25 -25 -25 -25 -30 -30 -30 -30 -30 - - - - - L R L R L R 4 L R VIDEO AUDIO Y PB PR CMPST ANALOG AES/EBU USER SET SDI SDTI/1394 SG SDI SDTI/1394 SG 1 2 2 WIDE lamp This lamp lights when 16:9 wide-screen information is being recorded on a tape.
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Display panel WIDE REMOTE 525 625 dB dB dB dB 0 0 0 0 -4 -4 -4 -4 CUE dB -8 -8 -8 -8 -8 -12 -12 -12 -12 -12 -16 -16 -16 -16 -16 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -25 -25 -25 -25 -25 -30 -30 -30 -30 -30 - - - - - L R L R L R L R VIDEO AUDIO Y PB PR CMPST ANALOG AES/EBU USER SET SDI SDTI/1394 SG SDI SDTI/1394 SG 1 2 SCH SERVO = U EDIT REC INH DVCPRO 50 DVCAM : ; < CTL TC L R UB > : EDIT, EDIT REC, REC and REC INH lamps
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Rear panel 1 2 3 45 6 7 AES/EBU AC IN ANALOG CH1/2 IN 8 REMOTE 9: ; ANALOG VIDEO IN SDI REMOTE IN/OUT ON Y CH1 PUSH AUDIO PUSH CH2 IN PUSH TC OUT IN IN 75Ω CH3/4 IN 1 OFF REMOTE CH3 PUSH PB CH1/2 OUT REF VIDEO IN PUSH CH4 TC OUT CH2 MON L ACTIVE THROUGH 2 ENCODER REMOTE ON PR CH3/4 OUT OUT 75Ω OPTION 3 OFF CH1 RS-232C AUDIO OUT (SUPER) OPTION Y 1 VIDEO OUT IN SDTI OUT PARALLEL CH3 2 PB (WFM) PR (SUPER) 3 CH4 MON R
CONTENTS Parts and their functions Rear panel AES/EBU AC IN ANALOG CH1/2 IN REMOTE ANALOG VIDEO IN SDI REMOTE IN/OUT ON Y CH1 PUSH AUDIO PUSH CH2 IN PUSH TC IN OUT IN 75Ω CH3/4 IN 1 OFF REMOTE REF VIDEO IN PUSH CH4 TC OUT CH2 MON L ACTIVE THROUGH 2 ENCODER REMOTE ON PR CH3/4 OUT OUT CH3 PUSH PB CH1/2 OUT A PARALLEL REMOTE connector This connector is used when the VTR is to be operated by an external component.
CONTENTS Connections Source machine: Set the CONTROL switch on the front panel to REMOTE. Recorder: Set the CONTROL switch on the front panel to LOCAL.
CONTENTS Connections Connections with editing controller Recorder AV monitor Video monitor signals DVCPRO 50 POWER ON DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L COUNTER ASSEM VIDEO CUE RESET CH3 CH1 CH2 TC R INSERT A IN STAND BY PLAYER RECORDER EDIT PLAY REC REW STOP FF JOG SHTL SLOW CH4 MONITOR SELECT A OUT TRIM HEADPHONES Audio monitor signals A VOL SELECT MONITOR MIX INPUT SELECT PREVIEW/PREVIEW AUTO EDIT SET PREROLL IN VIDEO CH1 OUT AUDIO CH2 CH3 CH4 REC LEVEL UNI
CONTENTS Tapes Consumer-use DV and DVCAM cassettes (Standard DV and DVCAM cassettes, mini DV and DVCAM cassettes) O 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.
CONTENTS Jog/Shuttle Jog mode Shuttle mode the search dial so that it remains pressed in. the search dial so that it is released from the 1 Press 1 Press Check that the JOG lamp has lit. pressed-in position. the search dial. 2 Turn The dial’s click-stops are released, and the tape is played back at the speed (–1a to +1a) corresponding to the speed at which the dial is turned. The maximum speed can be switched using setup menu No. 323 (JOG FWD MAX) and No. 324 (JOG REV MAX) settings.
CONTENTS Manual editing SD955B the editing mode. 1 Select ASSEMBLE: Assemble (frame-to-frame continuity) editing is performed in this mode. INSERT: Insert editing is performed in this mode. the channels to be edited. 2 Select For insert editing, press the buttons corresponding to the channels to be edited so that their lamps light. monitoring the TV monitor, search the 4 While position (IN point) where the editing is to be started, and press the PLAY and EDIT buttons together at this position.
CONTENTS Automatic editing (deck-to-deck) SD955B Switch settings and adjustments When using the AJ-SD955B as the recorder When using the AJ-SD955B as the player 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. the INPUT SELECT buttons to select the the A VOL SELECT button to switch the 2 Use 2 Use video and audio input signals. function of the audio level control knobs to playback. (See page 10) 3 Switch the time counter display to TC, CTL or UB.
CONTENTS Automatic editing (deck-to-deck) SD955B Selecting the editing mode Registering the edit points the editing mode. 1 Select For assemble editing, press the ASSEM button. the edit IN point by performing the jog or 1 Locate shuttle operation. For insert editing, press the INSERT button. ASSEM: This sets the unit to assemble (frame-to-frame continuity) editing mode. INSERT: This sets the unit to insert editing mode. the channels to be edited. 2 Select With assemble editing, the ASSEM lamp lights.
CONTENTS Automatic editing (deck-to-deck) SD955B Checking and previewing edit points the IN (or OUT) button to check the edit 1 Press point. The value of the registered edit point appears on the display panel. DVCPRO 50 POWER ON DVCPRO DV OFF METER FULL/FINE L holding down the IN (or OUT) button, press 2 While the PREROLL button and check the picture at the edit point. The tape is cued up to the edit IN (or OUT) point, and a still picture of the point appears.
CONTENTS Automatic editing (deck-to-deck) Modifying edit points an edit point 1 Re-registering Locate the new edit point by performing the jog or shuttle operation, and press the IN (or OUT) button and SET button at the same time to re-register the edit point. an edit point in 1-frame increments 2 Modifying (trimming function) Press the TRIM button while holding down the IN (or OUT) button. Each time the + button is pressed, the point is moved ahead by one frame.
CONTENTS Automatic editing (deck-to-deck) SD955B Executing and reviewing automatic editing the AUTO EDIT button. 1 Press Automatic editing is now executed. completion of the editing, press the REVIEW 2 Upon button. O To suspend editing at any time, press the STOP button. O When the edit OUT point is reached, the tape is post-rolled, after which it stops.
CONTENTS Audio split editing SD955B The video edit points and audio edit points can be registered independently, and editing can be executed with the video point offset from the audio points. Audio edit points cannot be registered when the assemble editing mode has been selected. After registering the edit points, proceed with the same operations as for insert editing.
CONTENTS Audio split editing SD955B $ Duration display The duration can be indicated on the display panel only. Between the video IN and OUT points: Press the IN button and OUT button at the same time. Between the audio IN and OUT points: Press the A IN button and A OUT button at the same time.
CONTENTS Variable memory editing SD955B Using the unit as a controller (deck-to-deck editing mode recorder) to control the playback speed of the VTR used as the player, editing can be performed in speed variable mode. $ Selecting the variable memory mode When deck-to-deck editing (either the RECORDER or PLAYER lamp lights) is to be performed, set the initial speed (–1.0 to +2.0) by turning the search dial with the SET button held down to transfer the unit to variable memory mode.
CONTENTS Setup (initial settings) This VTR’s main settings are performed while making selections using a system of menus. If a TV monitor has been connected to the VIDEO OUT 3 connector or SDI OUT 3 connector on the rear panel, the setting menus are displayed on the TV monitor.
CONTENTS Setup menus This VTR can hold five user files, each of which has its own specific menu settings, and one of these files can be selected for use. Changing the file 1 Press the MENU button. the FF button is pressed while holding down 2 When the DIAG button, the next user file is selected; conversely, when the REW button is pressed while holding down the DIAG button, the previous user file is selected.
CONTENTS Setup menus Loading user files The contents of the USER2, USER3, USER4 or USER5 file can be copied (loaded) into the USER1 file. Also, the contents of the USER1 file can be copied (saved) into the USER2, USER3, USER4 or USER5 file. screen and counter display. Menu screen SETUP-MENU Load/save USER 1 the SET button.
CONTENTS Setup menus Saving user files 1 Press the MENU button. the PLAY button. 6 Press The settings of USER1 are saved in the user file the REW button or FF button while holding 2 Press down the DIAG button to select the USER1 file. the search dial to move the cursor (2) on the 3 Turn menu screen to No. A01 (SAVE). SETUP-MENU MENU NO.A00-0000 804 BLANK LINE BLANK A00 LOAD USER2 USER2 2A01 SAVE A02 P.ON LOAD OFF END selected in step 4 and stored in the memory.
CONTENTS Setup menus SYSTEM menu No./Item 00 Description This selects the signal to output from the VIDEO OUT 2 connector. WFM SEL No./Item 14 SCH COARSE 0000 0001 CTL : The CTL signal is output. TC : The TIME CODE signal is output. 0002 VIDEO : The VIDEO OUT signal is output. 0003 RF_L : The PB L RF signal is output. 0004 RF_R : The PB R RF signal is output. 0005 ENV_L : The PB L ENV signal is output. 0006 ENV_R : The PB R ENV signal is output.
CONTENTS Setup menus SYSTEM menu No./Item Description No./Item 18 System phase adjustment. 23 SYS H OFFSET 0000 –3 : –13.4 µsec 0001 –2 : –8.96 µsec 0002 –1 : –4.52 µsec 0003 0 : 0 sec 0004 1 : +4.52 µsec 0005 2 : +8.96 µsec 0006 3 : +13.4 µsec Factory settings will remain unchanged even if an attempt is [625i system] BLACK LEVEL 19 SYS SC/H This sets whether the system phase is to be adjusted by the unit or from the external encoder remote controller. This sets the black level. Max.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 000 P-ROLL TIME Description This sets the preroll time. The preroll time can be set from 0 to 15 seconds in 1-second increments. 0000 : 0005 : 0015 001 LOCAL ENA 0s : 5s : 15s When the automatic editing mode [PREVIEW, AUTO EDIT] is set, the unit will not operate if the preroll time is set to 0 seconds. This selects the buttons which can be operated on the front panel when the CONTROL switch has been set to REMOTE.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item Description 009 This sets the position of the characters on the horizontal plane for the time code and other CHARA H-POS super displays output to the VIDEO OUT 3/ SDI OUT 3 connector. No./Item 013 0000 MANUAL : The format complies with the setting of setup menu No. 012 (SYS FORMAT) when a DVCPRO cassette is inserted. The format complies to the format recorded on the tape when a DV or DVCAM cassette is inserted.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 100 SEARCH ENA 101 Description This selects the direct search dial operation. 0000 DIAL : For direct search dial operations. 0001 KEY : Operation is not transferred to the search mode unless the search button is pressed. No./Item 105 AUTO EE SEL SHTL MAX 102 a8.4 : 8.4a normal speed a16 : 16a normal speed a32 : 32a normal speed This sets the maximum speed for FF and REW operations. FF.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item No./Item Description 109 This selects whether to rewind the tape automatically to the tape start when the tape end is detected. AUTO REW 0000 0001 110 OFF : The tape stops at the tape end. ON : The tape is rewound to the tape start. 0000 OFF : The VTR does not stop. 0001 ON : The VTR stops automatically. OThe stop mode concerned is either the stop or the still-picture (SHTL STILL or SLOW STILL) mode depending on the setup menu No.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 114 REC INH LAMP Description This selects whether to cause the REC INH lamp to flash or light up when the cassette has been set to the accidental erasure prevention status. 0000 LIGHT : The lamp lights up. 0001 FLASH : The lamp flashes. When the REC INH switch is set to ON, the REC INH lamp always lights regardless of the general setting status.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 200 Description This selects whether two or more VTRs are to be operated in synchronization. PARA RUN No./Item 208 9P SEL 0000 NON : Parity bit is not used. 0001 ODD: An odd number of bits is used for the parity system. 0002 EVEN: An even number of bits is used for the parity system. This selects whether the REMOTE (9P) connector functions when the CONTROL switch has been set to REMOTE. 209 0000 0001 202 OFF : Connector does not function.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 301 SD955B IN/OUT DEL Description This selects the operation to be performed when an edit point has been set incorrectly (when the OUT point is before the IN point). No./Item 306 EDIT RPLCE2 0000 MANU : Editing is not executed unless the illegal edit point is cleared or set again properly. 0001 AUTO : The edit points already input are automatically cleared.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 309 EDIT RPLCEC Description The same type of setting as setup menu No. 305. This selects the channel concerned when the CUE edit preset is set in compliance with the ON or OFF presetting for the analogue audio signals designated by the controller. 0000 N-DEF : Not set. 0001 CH1 : Compliance with analogue CH1 edit preset. 0002 CH2 : Compliance with analogue CH2 edit preset. 0003 CH1+2 : Compliance with either analogue CH1 or CH2 edit preset. 310 No.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 400 STILL TIMER Description This selects the time to be taken until the unit goes into the tape protection mode when it is left standing in the stop or search still (JOG/SLOW/SHTL) mode. (Unit: s = second, min = minute) 0000 0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007 0008 401 SRC PROTECT 0.5s 5s 10s 20s 30s 40s 50s 1min 2min OSTEP FWD and HALF LOADING are provided in the tape protection mode. Either of these can be set for STOP and SEARCH STILL.
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CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 800 Description For selecting the mode for recording signals on additional lines. ADD LINE 25 0000 OFF : No signals are recorded on additional lines. 0001 YC422 : The 422 mode signals are recorded on 1 line. 0002 YC411 : The 411 mode signals are recorded on 1 line. 0003 Y1_B/W : Only the Y signal is recorded on 1 line directly. 0004 Y1_BPF : Only the Y signal is recorded on 1 line after it has been separated from the C signal.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 801 Description For selecting the mode for recording signals on additional lines. ADD LINE 50 0000 OFF : No signals are recorded on additional lines. 0001 YC422 : The 422 mode signals are recorded on 2 lines. 0002 Y4_B/W : Only the Y signal is recorded on 4 lines directly. 0003 Y4_BPF : Only the Y signal is recorded on 4 lines after it has been separated from the C signal. 0004 C4 : Only the C signal is recorded on 4 lines.
CONTENTS Setup menus USER menu No./Item 803 TELETEXT DET Description For selecting the method used to detect the lines in which the teletext signals are to be recorded. 0000 OFF : The teletext signals are not recorded. 0001 AUTO : The teletext signals are automatically detected and recorded. 0002 MANU : The lines in which the teletext signals are to be recorded are selected and set.
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CONTENTS Time code/user bit Time code The time code is used when the time code signal generated by the time code generator (time code signal generator) is to be recorded on the tape, its values are to be read by the time code reader (time code signal reader), and the absolute position of the tape is to be displayed in increments of hours, minutes, seconds and frames. The time code is written in the sub-code area (data area) of the helical track.
CONTENTS Time code/user bit Setting the external time code Reproducing the time code/user bit 1 Set the VTR to stop mode. 1 Set the VTR to stop mode. 2 Select “TC” using the COUNTER button. 2 Select “TC” or “UB” using the COUNTER button. the TCG switch to EXT. (External time code the PLAY button. 3 Set 3 Press selection) Playback starts and the time code is shown on the following settings can be selected with setup 4 The menu No. 505 (EXT TC SEL).
CONTENTS Superimpose screen The control signals, time code, etc. are displayed using abbreviations. TV monitor Characters displayed The background of characters superimposed on the display can be changed using setup menu No. 011 (CHARA TYPE). TCR 22 : 22 : 22 : 22 TCR 22 : 22 : 22 : 22 Abbreviations: TV monitor TCR 2 2 : 2 2 : 2 2 : 2 2 TV monitor CTL : Control signal count value TCR : Time code data recorded in the SBC area TCR.
CONTENTS Video output signals and servo reference signal This section explains how the output signals and servo reference signal are selected. External synchronization of video output signals The video output signals are output in synchronization with the REF VIDEO input signal or video input signal. As shown in the figure below, this signal is selected in accordance with the setup menu settings, VTR mode and availability of the video input signal.
CONTENTS Video output signals and servo reference signal Servo reference signal The REF VIDEO input signal or video input signal is selected as the servo reference signal. As shown in the figure below, the signal is selected in accordance with the setup menu settings, VTR mode and availability of the video input signal. Synchronization is determined as follows depending on the availability of the REF VIDEO input signal when “BB”, “CB100” or “CB75” has been selected as the setup menu No.
CONTENTS Audio V fade function When editing tapes, the edit point splicing selection (setup menu No. 311 and 312) information is recorded on the tape. This information is then sensed during playback, and V fade or cut processing is automatically performed for these sections. However, only when the playback fade selection (No. 727) is AUTO. When the edit point splicing selection (setup menu No. 311 and 312) is CUT Audio signal A Audio signal B Noise appears at the edit splice.
CONTENTS Audio recording channel and monitor output selection Audio recording channel Monitor output channel The audio recording channels are selected on the AUDIO setup menu as shown below. The monitor output channels are selected using the MONITOR SELECT and MONITOR MIX button as shown below.
CONTENTS Rack mounting The unit can be mounted into a 19-inch standard rack using the optional rack-mounting adaptors (AJMA75P). For the installation rails, it is recommended that the 18-inch rail and bracket (model number CC3061-99-0400) by Chassis Trak be used. (The complete slide rail and bracket unit is not available from Panasonic.) For further details, consult your dealer. the AJ-MA75P rack mount adapter using 4 Attach the same 4 screws. the inner members of the slide rails.
CONTENTS Video head cleaning This unit is equipped with an auto head cleaning function which automatically reduces the amount of dirt on the video heads. However, in order to maximize the unit’s reliability, it is recommended that the video heads be cleaned as and when appropriate. For further details on how to actually clean the heads, consult with one of our service companies or with your dealer.
CONTENTS Error messages When a warning occurs in this unit, the error number is indicated on the counter display. Open the DIAG menu to display a description of the error on the counter display or monitor TV. When a operational malfunction has occurred in the unit, the error number flashes on the counter display. DIAG menu This display the VTR information. VTR information includes “WARNING” information, “HOURS METER” (usage time) information and “UMID (Unique Material Identifier)” information.
CONTENTS Error messages $ Displaying the “HOURS METER” information Turn the search dial to move the cursor (2). The description for the item where the cursor is located is shown on the counter display. No./Item Ser Description Displays the unit’s serial No. If “T&S&M” is selected in the setup menu No. 008 (DISPLAY SEL), a message appears in the mode display whenever a warning or error occurs. When multiple events occur, the event with the highest priority is displayed.
CONTENTS Error messages Warning messages Priority High OMonitor display ODescription OVTR operation and corrective action Priority E-04 (UNKNOWN SIG) This appears when the SDTI input signals are not DVCPRO or DV format signals. (The data stream format complies with the SMPTE 321M standard.) VTR: No recording operations can be performed. OCheck whether the SDTI input has been connected properly. (This warning is displayed when SDI signals are being input.
CONTENTS Error messages Error messages Display E-20 DEW E-29 FRONT LOAD MOTOR E-31 LOADING MOTOR E-35 SERVO CONTROL ERROR ODescription OVTR operation and corrective action If condensation is detected, the error number flashes and the unit transfers to eject mode. The drum rotates after the cassette is ejected to eliminate the condensation. Once the unit is released from condensation status, the error message display is cleared and the VTR is able to be used.
CONTENTS Error messages Error messages Display E-64 S REEL ROTA TOO FAST E-67 T REEL ROTA TOO FAST E-69 T REEL TORQUE ERR E-70 S REEL TORQUE ERR ODescription OVTR operation and corrective action If the supply reel motor speed is abnormally high, the error number flashes on the display. VTR: STOP OSet the POWER switch to OFF and then to ON again. If the take-up reel motor speed is abnormally high, the error number flashes on the display. VTR: STOP OSet the POWER switch to OFF and then to ON again.
CONTENTS RS-232C interface The VTR can be operated by commands when the RS-232C interface is used. (See command table on pages 74, 75.) $ Conditions for acknowledging commands from RS-232C interface O The front panel CONTROL switch must be at REMOTE. O The setup menu No. 204 “RS232C SEL” must be ON. If the above conditions are not met, [ACK] + [STX] ER001 [EXT] is returned to the external unit. Whether the [ACK] code is returned depends on the setting which has been selected for setup menu item No.
CONTENTS RS-232C interface Software specifications (Protocol) 1. Communication parameters Communication system Asynchronous, full duplex Communication speed 300/600/1200/2400/4800/9600 Bit length 7bit/8 bit Stop bit 1 bit/2 bit Parity bit NONE/ODD/EVEN ACK code ACK code returned/ACK code not returned The ACK code is what is returned from the VTR to the controller when data has been successfully sent from the controller. The underlining indicates the factory settings.
CONTENTS RS-232C interface 3. Return format [VTR 5 controller (PC)] The following responses are made to the command. If necessary, more than one response is made. $ When the communication has terminated normally 1. The receive completion message is returned. [ACK] 06h 4. Error code table ER001 : Invalid command O Unsupported command received.
CONTENTS RS-232C interface 5. Command table VTR operation $ Commands relating to operation control SHTL FORWARD O As for the return (completion) message, [ACK] is first returned when data is received, and the execution message is subsequently returned. It is only the execution message which is listed in this table. O In the case of commands not listed in the table, ER001 (invalid command) is returned after [ACK] has been returned.
CONTENTS RS-232C interface $ Commands relating to inquiries O As for the return (completion) message, [ACK] is first returned when data is received, and the execution message is subsequently returned. It is only the execution message which is listed in this table. O In the case of commands not listed in the table, ER001 (invalid command) is returned after [ACK] has been returned.
CONTENTS SDTI interface Digital data input/output operations using the SDTI format (compressed digital interface) are enabled by installing the AJ-YAC930G SDTI board (optional accessory) in this unit. Reference signal generator Source AES/EBU SDTI (Serial Data Transport Interface) complies with the SMPTE 305M standard. The data stream format transferred via the SDTI complies with the SMPTE 321M standard.
CONTENTS Connector signals VIDEO IN RS-422A REMOTE (9P) SDI IN (DIGITAL) BNCa2, Active through Y, PB, PR (ANALOG) BNCa3 (Board, option) VIDEO IN BNCa2, Loop-through, 75Ω termination switch provided (Board, option) REF VIDEO IN BNCa2, Loop-through, 75Ω termination switch provided VIDEO OUT SDI OUT (DIGITAL) BNCa3 Y, PB, PR (ANALOG) BNCa3 VIDEO OUT BNCa3 O REMOTE IN/OUT Pin No.
CONTENTS Connector signals PARALLEL REMOTE (25P) RS-232C D-SUB 25-pin (crossover cable supported) Pin No.
CONTENTS Specifications [GENERAL] Power supply: AC 100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz Power consumption: 120 W (with all options) indicates safety information. Operating ambient temperature: 5°C to 40°C Operating ambient humidity: 10% to 80% (no condensation) Weight: 14.9 kg (AJ-SD930B) 15.0 kg (AJ-SD955B) Dimensions (WaHaD): 424a175.
CONTENTS Specifications [VIDEO] [AUDIO] $ Video output connector $ Audio input connector Analogue component output: BNCa3 (Y, PB, PR) Y: 1.0 V [p-p], PB/PR: 0.7 V [p-p], 75Ω (100% colour bar) Analogue composite output: BNCa3, video 1, video 2 (video/WFM selectable), video 3 (superimpose on/off) SDI output: BNCa3, complies with ITU-R BT.
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