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USER menu

<AUDIO> (continued)

 

Item

 

 

Setting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Description

No.

Superimposed

 

No.

 

 

Superimposed

 

display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

716

REC CUE

0000

 

 

 

 

 

CH1

 

This selects the input signal recorded in CUE.

 

 

0001

 

 

 

 

 

CH2

0: The signal selected by SETUP-MENU No.714 is recorded

 

 

0002

 

 

 

 

 

CH1+2

on CH1.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1: The signal selected by SETUP-MENU No.715 is recorded

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

on CH2.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2: The signal selected by SETUP-MENU No.714 and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No.715 are mixed and recorded on CH1 and CH2.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

718

DV

 

0000

 

 

 

 

 

ST1

 

This selects the AUDIO CH1 and CH2 output signals during

 

OUTPUT

0001

 

 

 

 

 

ST2

DV format playback.

 

 

0002

 

 

 

 

 

ST1+2

0: The CH1 track signals are output to CH1 and the CH2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

track signals to CH2. (Only the sound during shooting is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

output.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1: The CH3 track signals are output to CH1 and the CH4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

track signals to CH2. (Only the audio dubbing sound is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

output.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2: The mixed CH1 and CH3 track signals are output to CH1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and the mixed CH2 and CH4 track signals to CH2. (The

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sound during shooting and audio dubbing sound are

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

output simultaneously.)

 

<Note> This item setting is valid only when the tape recorded on the four channels of the DV format is

 

played back.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

719

PB FADE

0000

 

 

 

 

 

A U T O

 

This selects the processing method for the audio edit points

 

 

0001

 

 

 

 

 

CUT

(IN point, OUT point) during playback.

 

 

0002

 

 

 

 

 

FADE

0: According to the status during recording. (Setup menus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No.309, 310)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1: Forced CUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2: Forced FADE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

720

EMBEDDED

0000

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

This selects whether to superimpose the audio data onto the

 

AUD

0001

 

 

 

 

 

ON

serial output.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0: Data is not superimposed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1: Data is superimposed.

 

<Note> This item is valid when the optional serial interface board has been installed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

721

LINE CH

 

0000

 

 

 

 

 

PCM

 

This selects the audio output (LINE OUT).

 

SEL

0001

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

0: PCM AUDIO or QUICK PCM AUDIO is output.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1: Whatever is selected by SETUP-MENU No.713 (MONI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CH SEL) output.

 

<Note> The PCM AUDIO or QUICK PCM AUDIO output is not affected by the AUDIO MONITOR

 

SELECT SW, and CH1 and CH2 are output independently.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

722

INT SG

 

0000

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

This selects whether the internal signal is to be used for the

 

 

0001

 

 

 

 

 

ON

audio input signal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0: The internal signal is not selected.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1: The internal signal is selected.

 

<Note> The internal signal has a frequency of 1 kHz.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

723

DV PB ATT

 

0000

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

This selects the audio output level for DV format playback.

 

 

0001

 

 

 

 

 

ON

 

0: The audio output level is attenuated (reduced).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1: The audio output level is not attenuated.

 

<Notes> As indicated below, whether the setting takes effect or not depends on the size of the cassette

 

tape used.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. When an “L” size cassette is used

 

The setting takes effect only when “DV” has been selected as the setting for setup menu

 

No. 108 (FORMAT SEL).

 

 

2. When an “M” size cassette is used

 

The setting does not take effect.

 

3. When an “S” size cassette is used

 

The setting takes effect.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting.

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Contents Operating Instructions FCC Note Refer Servicing to Qualified Service PersonnelContents Features General and FeaturesMulti-function input/output interfaces Menu-driven setupChannel high-sound-quality digital audio Front panel Controls and their functionsCounter Display Section Cassette insertion slot Power switchEject button EDIT/EDIT REC/REC/REC INH lampsCOUNTER/REMAIN button Reset buttonREW button* ¹ Stop buttonVolume control Headphones jackCTL/TC/UB switch Monitor Select switchAudio Input switch Video Input switchREMOTE/LOCAL switch SET buttonConnector area Signal GND terminal AC in connectorAnalog Audio in connectors Time Code in connectorAnalog Component Video OUT connector S1/VIDE0 OUT connectorAnalog Composite Video OUT connectors Remote connectorType Description Consumer P e sCassette Set the Control switch on the front panel to Local When recording/playback using 1 unitWhen recording, playback & editing with 2 units deck to deck When using an editing controller Connect the equipment as shown in the figure below Internal encoder adjustmentsWaveform on waveform monitor Printed Abbr Factory Printed circuit boardFull name Function Name Switching on the power/inserting the cassette Still Timer Setting Stop mode2Adjusting the audio Ievel 1Selecting video/audio input signalsRecording Playback Changing the settings Setup default settingsFollowing message is displayed Changing the file Setup setting menusSetting Description SettingSystem menu User menuDisplay TimerSTA LocalOperation Memory Auto REWStop 9P SELUser menu E D I T Edit Blank VitcThru TCGTime Code Display VideoCH2 OUT CH1 OUTMoni CH REC CH1ST1 REC CUEOutput ST2Time code Time code/user bitUser bit Setting the external time code TC switch EXT Setting the internal time codeRecording internal/external time codes Reproducing the time code/user bit Superimpose screen Operation modeCharacters displayed Display positionServo reference Input signal status Reference signal Servo reference setting tablesVideo in signal REF in signal Servo reference No position During playback or special playbackAudio V Fade Function AJ-D650 only Rack mounting Condensation Video head cleaningAuto OFF mode Error messagesError No TV monitor display Descriptions VTR operation Error No Descriptions VTR operationError No Descriptions VTR operation Pin No. Signal Connector signalsSignal Pin NoSYS.SC Coarse RS-232C Remote 25-pin D-SUB straight cable supportedOther input/output connector SpecificationsPanasonic Reference Guide Contents Additional set-up menu items Setting Description of settingFormat SEL Introduction RS-232C interfaceExternal interface specifications For the model AJ-D750 Hardware specificationsConnector specifications Pin No Signal Circuit name DescriptionFor the models AJ-D650 and AJ-D640 Using straight cable with D-SUB 9-pin and 25-pin connectorsProtocol Software specificationsCommunication parameters NONE/ODD/EVENSend format controller PC VTR Data format Outline of send procedure from controllerWhen the communication has terminated normally Error code tableWhen the communication has terminated abnormally Return format VTR controller PCCommands relating to operation control Notes Command tableSend command Supplementary notesDV, Dvcam STX OSF ETXShtl STX OSR ETXCommands relating to inquiries Notes Print Microsoft QuickBASIC sample program

AJ-D650 specifications

The Panasonic AJ-D650 is a professional digital video recorder that has garnered attention for its performance and reliability in various broadcast and production environments. This versatile machine supports a range of video formats, making it an essential tool for filmmakers, broadcasters, and video production professionals. Launched as part of Panasonic's DVCPro series, the AJ-D650 stands out for its ability to deliver high-quality images while maintaining user-friendly operation.

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The recorder integrates advanced digital audio capabilities, offering 16-bit, 48 kHz audio recording. Stability and reliability are enhanced through its use of high-performance tape transport mechanisms, which are designed to minimize dropouts and achieve consistent playback. This is crucial in live broadcasting environments where precision is paramount.

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Connectivity options are comprehensive, including multiple input and output ports that facilitate integration with other equipment. These features enhance its adaptability in different production setups, whether in the studio or on location.

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