HEADS SWITCHING FUNCTION

This unit is equipped with 4 double azimuth heads. Under normal conditions, recording and playback is done using the main heads “A1” and “B1”.

B2 (secondary)

A1 (main)

B1 (main) A2 (secondary)

If case of problem with the main heads, for example if only one channel is being recorded and playback cannot be done, you can temporarily switch to the secondary heads so that the playback picture can be viewed.

(In case of problem with the main heads, it is recommended to have the unit repaired as soon as possible.)

Switching heads combination and azimuth display

The heads that are used can be switched to any of the combinations (1, 2 or 3) indicated in the table below, until the playback picture can be viewed. When switching to a combination other than the main heads, the corresponding azimuth indicator will be displayed.

1Start playback.

Azimuth indicator

SC

NOTES:

œWhen the end of the tape is reached, the heads combination automatically returns to the normal setting. The heads combination will also automatically return to the normal setting when the tape is stopped, the cassette is ejected or after a power interruption.

œWhen using the heads combination 1 or 2 during playback, note the following points.

2-hour mode

Satisfactory image quality (may require tracking control adjustment)

12 or 24-hour mode

Noise bars will be visible

48 - 960-hour mode

Noise bars will appear and disappear

Frame advance

Noise bars will appear and disappear

2Press and hold the MENU button, then press the SHIFT « button.

3Release the MENU button.

œThe selected heads combination will change in the order indicated in the table below.

To select another heads combination, repeat steps 2 and 3 above.

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Heads

Azimuth indicator

 

combination

(Displayed on the digital panel)

1

A1 and A2

+

 

 

 

2

B1 and B2

–

 

 

 

3

A2 and B2

SC

 

 

 

4

A1 and B1

No indicator

(Normal heads combination)

 

 

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