Thank you for purchasing our DV Video Cassette Recorder BR-DV3000.

As this is a DV-format video cassette recorder,

video cassettes with theorlogos can be used with it.

DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV for- mat.

ThisVTR features dual support for NTSC and PAL. Certain functions however, are supported by only one signal system.They are indicated with (NTSC only) or (PAL only).

●In order to prevent crumpling due to tape slack, please do not perform important record- ing within the first and last 2 – 3 minutes run of the tape.

●Recorded video (music) is meant for personal entertainment only and must not be used for other purposes without the prior consent of the copyright owner.

●Our company shall not guarantee the content of any recording effort should this VTR fail to record normally due to defects, either of the main unit itself or the video cassette tape.

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MAIN FEATURES

●DV format

High picture and sound quality by digital tech- nology.

●Compatible mechanisms for standard/mini DV cassettes

It records on and plays back DV cassettes of the standard and mini size. (SP mode only)

DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV for- mat.

A tape recorded with the DVCAM format can be used only for playback for this VTR.

●Equipped with composite and Y/C input & output terminal devices.

●Equipped with DV IN/OUT terminals. (IEEE1394) It can exchange digital signals with IEEE1394- compatible devices.

●Dual support for NTSC/PAL

Switch between NTSC or PAL as required. This makes it easy to work with internationally sourced material and transfer it to a non-linear system for editing.You can also record to Stand- ard DV or Mini DV tape in either NTSC or PAL system.

●Wireless/wired remote control

It can be controlled with the provided wireless remote controller or the optional wired remote controller RM-G30.

●Support for RS-422A interface

It can be used as a player for an editing system that uses the RS-422A-compatible editing re- mote controller RM-G820.

●Recording/playback of time codes

●Audio-dubbing (after-recording) function Audio dubbing at a sampling frequency of 32kHz is allowed on CH3 and CH4 (except during DV input).

●Backup recording function

By linking with other DV devices, long-duration continuous recording is possible.

●Indexed search and blank search function It can search for indexed signal recorded posi- tions or unrecorded parts.

●Repeat play function

There are 3 types of repeat function. (INDEX/

VIDEO END/ TAPE END)

●Can be placed in an upright position

With the use of the provided stand, it can be positioned upright.