Panasonic AJ- E operating instructions Features of the VTR unit

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 non-compression PCM recording with an excellent signal-to-noise ratio, frequency band, waveform characteristics and reproduction characteristics of the finely detailed areas. As a result, both the picture quality and sound quality are taken to new heights of excellence.

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 signal-to- noise ratio, frequency band, waveform characteristics and reproduction characteristics of the finely detailed areas. As a result, both the picture quality and sound quality are taken to new heights of excellence.

≥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.

The AJ-SDC905 SDC905 makes it possible to conduct recording in intervals with a minimum recording time in increments of one frame.

The AJ-SDC615 SDC615 makes it possible to conduct recording in intervals with a recording time of 2 seconds or more.

This is particularly useful for shooting science and nature programs.

Furthermore, when the unit is used for one-shot recording, frame-by-frame shooting is easily accomplished.

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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 moments—a failure that occurs when recording is resumed after it has been shut down temporarily.

≥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 slot-in wireless receiver which is available as an optional accessory.

≥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 double-D symbol Î are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

≥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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