Chapter 1 General
1-2 Features of the VTR unit
≥DVCPRO and DVCPRO50 formats supported
SDC905
The VTR unit compresses the images using a component digital recording system that uses the latest compression technology, and for the sound it employs
A choice of recording formats tailored to the application at hand is offered: the DVCPRO50 format when priority is required to be given to the picture quality, and the DVCPRO format when economy is to be given precedence.
≥DVCPRO format supported SDC615
The VTR unit compresses the images using a component digital recording system that employs the latest compression technology, and for the sound it uses non- compression PCM recording with an excellent
≥Power-saving management function
In order to reduce its power consumption efficiently, the unit has a function that shuts down circuitry that is not required for the particular VTR mode established at the time. This enables the user to perform operations while conserving power.
≥Pre-recording function featured SDC905
This function makes it possible to
record the pictures and sound up to 6 seconds ahead of the point in time when recording is commenced by pressing the VTR START button or VTR button on the lens. It is effective in preventing shots from being missed.
≥Interval REC function provided
This unit is capable of interval shooting.
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This is particularly useful for shooting science and nature programs.
Furthermore, when the unit is used for
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≥NEWS REC function SDC615
This function especially supports shooting in the context of news gathering or documentary filming to ensure that shutter opportunities are not passed up.
By controlling the start key acknowledgment time, the unit can continuously record without the user having to interrupt the recording: this safeguards against the failure to record those precious
≥RETAKE function
This function is for not leaving behind superfluous cuts when a cut turns out to be no good during the shooting of news, reports or art programmes. By cutting down on the time taken for copying onto the work tape, for instance, this function is very effective in achieving economical operation. Users should remember to handle this function very carefully.
≥Input signals of 2 separate audio channels supported
The unit enables the audio input signals in two channels to be selected separately. Further, the level of the signal in each channel can be monitored on the LCD display window.
≥Front audio level control
The unit’s front panel is equipped with a control for adjusting the audio recording level. This is useful when the user is filming on his or her own and the audio level needs to be adjusted. It also is possible to cancel the effect of this control.
≥UniSlot® wireless receiver
The unit’s construction supports a
≥Built-in DOLBY NR system
The CUE audio recording circuitry contains a Dolby B noise reduction circuit.
≥Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
≥“DOLBY” and the
≥Frame-to-frame continuity
Simply by pressing the VTR START button or VTR button on the lens, the continuity from one frame to the next is assured with a precision of +1 frame or less.
≥Rec-review function
This automatically rewinds the tape for the last 2 to 10 seconds recorded and plays back the recording. This enables the recording to be monitored without delay.
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