IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturerÅfs instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Contents

Read this first! ...........................................

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General outline ..........................................

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Standard accessories ...............................

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Features......................................................

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Parts and their functions ........................

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Front panel (1) ....................................................

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Front panel (2) ....................................................

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Front panel (3) ....................................................

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Front panel (4) ....................................................

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Front panel (5) ....................................................

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Front panel (6) ....................................................

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Front panel (7) ....................................................

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Front panel (8) ....................................................

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Rear panel ..........................................................

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Connections.............................................

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Example of connections performed

 

for one VTR.........................................................

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Example of connections performed

 

for two VTRs (deck-to-deck) ...............................

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Example of connections in 23/24 Hz or 25/50 Hz

(HD) mode ..........................................................

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Example of connections in 25/50 Hz (SD)

 

mode ...................................................................

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Example of connections with an editing

 

controller .............................................................

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