1 1-1-2 VTR Features

The VTR features of this camcorder are described below.

•Using the Betacam SX format, it provides picture quality as good as or better than the Betacam SP format. It supports nonlinear editing and high-speed transfer, while offering digital audio capability.

•Use of low-cost Betacam SX tapes leads to lower running costs.

•The shooting date and time, camera ID, cassette number and other information can be recorded on the tape as shot data.

•It is possible to record recording start markers and good shot markers on the tape while shooting, and search automatically for required cuts when editing.

•It is possible to automatically rewind and review the last few seconds of the recording on the tape for a quick check immediately after shooting.

•No playback adaptor is needed to see the color playback image.

•The five times normal speed search function provides quick positioning of the tape.

•Both LTC 1) and VITC 2) recordings can be made, as can LTC playback.

•In addition to the two audio output channels, by using the CA-701 Camera Adaptor (not supplied), four audio channels can be input.

•By connecting the CA-701 Camera Adaptor (not supplied), you can output serial digital interface (SDI) signals.

•The built-in time code generator is synchronized with an external generator.

•A lithium battery is the back-up power supply for the time code generator enabling the time code to be held for about 5 years without charging the camcorder power supply.

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1)LTC: Longitudinal Time Code

2)VITC: Vertical Interval Time Code

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