at any speed in the range 0 (still) to 60 times normal speed in both directions. You can also search frame-by-frame in jog mode.

At search speeds up to 10 times normal speed in both directions, you can also hear playback audio.

Quick mechanical response

When you use the tape transport buttons of the unit, the tape inserted in the unit responds quickly.

Superimposition function

Time code values, operation mode indications, error messages, and other text data can be superimposed and output in analog composite video signals.

Other Features

Menu system for functionality and operation settings

The unit provides a menu system to make its various functions easier to use and set up its operation conditions.

Internal test signal generator

The unit has built-in video and audio test signal generators. The video test signal generator can produce either a color bar signal or a black burst signal. The audio test signal generator can generate either a silent signal or a 1-kHz sine wave signal. Menu items are provided for selecting the test signals to be generated.

Support for ClipLink function

In response to commands sent from the EditStation, index pictures recorded on tape or ClipLink log data recorded in the cassette memory can be transferred to the EditStation. The EditStation operator can then efficiently use these pictures and data in a preliminary editing session.

For an overview of the ClipLink function, see the appendix “ClipLink Guide” (page 113).

Video process control

For analog video output and SDI-format video output, you can use menu items to adjust the video output level, chroma signal output level, setup level (for DSR-1500A), black level (for DSR-1500AP), and chroma phase.

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Easy maintenance functions

Self-diagnostic/alarm function: This function automatically detects setup and connection errors, operation faults, and other problems. It also displays a description of the problem, its cause, and the recommended response on the video monitor screen or time counter display.

Digital hours meter: The digital hours meter functions include four kinds of tally operations for operating hours, head drum usage hours, tape transport hours, and tape threading/unthreading times. The tally results can be viewed on the video monitor or the time counter display.

Reference signal connection

The reference video input connector of the unit is provided with a loop-through connector which can be used to connect the input reference video signal to other equipment. When there is no loop-through connection, the reference video input connector is automatically provided with a 75-ohm termination.

Closed caption compatibility

Whether or not to include closed captions in a recording can be determined with menu items (for DSR-1500A only).

AC operations

The unit operates with an AC power source in the range 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz.

Internal and external time codes

An internal time code generator and reader enables time code compliant with SMPTE (for DSR-1500A)/EBU (DSR-1500AP) format to be recorded and played back. This allows editing to single frame precision. Outputting or inputting time code (LTC) to or from an external device is also possible using the TC IN/OUT connectors.

The unit is also compatible with VITC.

Optional Accessories

DSBK-1501 Digital Input/Output Board

This interface enables digital video and audio signals in the SDI or SDTI (QSDI) format (either format to be selected with front panel buttons for input or with a menu item for output) and also AES/EBU-format digital audio signals to be transferred between this unit and digital Betacam VCRs or other digital equipment.

DSBK-1504/1504P Analog Input Board

When this interface is installed, the unit can input analog video and audio signals. The same BNC type input connectors are used to input analog video signals in different formats selected with front panel buttons.

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