Features

Overview 1 Chapter

High definition down convert function

When you want to playback a tape recorded in HDV format, you can down convert images to output them. This function allows you to preview recorded-images on a monitor which is not compatible with High- Definition (HD) format. Also, you can select an aspect ratio from SQUEEZE, LETTER BOX (except HDV/ DV jack output), or EDGE CROP.

16:9 Built-in color LCD monitor

The unit has a 2.7-type 16:9 color LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor that lets you verify images on the spot. You can see the setup menus, audio levels, and system statuses. Menus and data can be superimposed over the picture being displayed.

Multiple input/output interfaces

HDMI OUT jack, HDV/DV jack, COMPONENT OUT jacks, S VIDEO jacks, VIDEO jacks and AUDIO jacks are equipped on the unit and enable the connection with various devices.

About HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI is an interface for connecting directly to a TV with digital pictures and digital audio signals. By connecting HDMI OUT jack to a HDMI compatible TV using a single HDMI cable, you can enjoy a high quality picture and digital sounds.

A variety of buttons and switches for VCR operations

The unit provides a variety of buttons for VCR operations, such as INPUT SELECT switch, AUDIO REC LEVEL, PHONE LEVEL control knob, and STATUS CHECK button.

Time code and user bits

On the unit, you can use time code and user bits. Using the menu, these can be set easily.

JOG AUDIO function

If you use the optional remote control unit DSRM-10 (not supplied), audio can be monitored at various playback speeds when in jog/shuttle mode.

(Jog audio cannot be output when the tape is recorded in HDV format.)

Screen Language Setting

You can select the language.

The default language setting is English.

See page 77 to change the screen language.

Easy maintenance functions

•Self-diagnostics/alarm functions: The system automatically detects an invalid operation, bad connection or a malfunction, and displays a description, a cause and a recovery method on LCD monitor and outputs to HDMI OUT jack, COMPONENT OUT jacks, S VIDEO jack, and VIDEO jack.

•Digital hours meter: A digital hours meter counts four types of time data—operating time, drum rotation time, tape running time, and tape threading/ unthreading. The digital hours data are indicated on the menu.

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