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.
Easy maintenance functions
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.
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
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.
Internal test signal generator
The unit has
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 105).
Video process control
For analog video output and
Reference signal connection
The reference video input connector of the unit is provided with a
Closed caption compatibility
Whether or not to include closed captions in a recording can be determined with menu items (for
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
DSBK-1503 i.LINK/DV Input/Output Board
This interface allows you to connect the unit to other equipment provided with a Sony DV connector to carry out editing or dubbing of digital video and audio signals.
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.
The analog video signals that can be input are as follows.
•Composite video signals
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•Component video signals (Y, R− Y and B− Y)
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