Recording from External Equipment

Recording from a Digital

Camcorder Using i.LINK

HDD DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R

VR MODE VIDEO MODE

When this Recorder is connected with a DV-format camcorder using a DV cable, you can record and edit with minimal deterioration of picture and sound quality using a digital signal.

You can also display an operation panel for digital camcorder control on the screen, and operate using the buttons on the panel. This allows easy recording onto disc. Record after first performing “DV SETTING” (page 93) at the START MENU.

*i.LINK is a function that lets you control other equipment by input and output of video, audio, data and control signals between equipment having an i.LINK terminal.

*i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification

and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.LINK standard.

* i.LINK is a trademark.

NOTE

The DV IN terminal of this Recorder only enables input of DV-format camcorders (DVC-SD signals). It is not compatible with satellite receivers or Digital VHS video recorders since they employ a different format.

To connect the Recorder with a digital camcorder, set digital camcorder POWER to “PLAY (Video side)”, and connect while in the stopped state. If the DV is connected when POWER is set to “RECORD (Camera side)”, or when tape has been played back, the DV link will not work correctly.

There are some digital camcorders which cannot be operated using the On-Screen Control Panel of this Recorder, even if you set “DV LINK” under “DV SETTING” to “ON”. In cases like this, set “DV LINK” to “OFF”. (page 93)

When this Recorder is connected to a camcorder equipped with a DV terminal, the signal may not be input to this Recorder depending on the camcorder. When this happens, use an analogue connection (page 86).

The DV IN terminal is not compatible with connection to a PC.

This Recorder cannot be controlled from other equipment connected to the DV IN terminal.

Only one camcorder can be connected to this Recorder using the DV IN terminal.

Connect this Recorder and the camcorder directly. The DV signal will not be input if the camcorder is connected to this Recorder through other equipment with a DV IN terminal.

Input of Video, Audio and Data Signals

ÆDate and time data as well as the contents of cassette memory cannot be recorded with this Recorder.

ÆVideo and audio signals of protected material or “Copy Once” material cannot be recorded.

ÆMonaural audio cannot be input through the DV IN terminal.

Audio Mode

Digital camcorders typically have the following two audio modes.

16-bit (48 kHz)

Although this yields high sound quality, only one stereo audio signal can be processed.

12-bit (32 kHz)

Two stereo signals can be processed. In general, overdubbed audio is recorded in Stereo 2.

ÆThis Recorder allows listening or recording of either Stereo 1 or Stereo 2 audio if the input audio is in the 12-bit audio mode.

ÆThis Recorder is unable to process 44.1 kHz input audio signals.

Connecting a Digital Camcorder Using the DV IN Terminal (i.LINK)

Refer to the user’s manual provided with the camcorder for information on the procedure for connecting the camcorder with this Recorder.

The Recorder

To DV IN terminal

Digital camcorder

To DV terminal

DV cable

(commercially available)

Before connecting, set the power switch of the digital camcorder to “Video (Playback)” and stop the camcorder.

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Sharp DV-HR350H Recording from a Digital Camcorder Using i.LINK, Input of Video, Audio and Data Signals, Audio Mode

DV-HR350H, DV-HR300H specifications

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