Overview 1 Chapter
Support for three cassette sizes
There are two sizes of DVCAM cassette: standard and mini. You can use either size with this unit.
The unit also accepts L and M sizes of DVCPRO cassette.
•When a cassette is inserted, the reel mechanism of the unit automatically adjusts to the size of the inserted cassette.
•The capacity of a standard cassette is 184 minutes of recording/playback, and that of a mini cassette is 40 minutes.
A Wealth of Interfaces
Digital interfaces
The following optional digital interfaces are available for use with the unit.
SDTI (QSDI)* (optional
SDI (serial digital interface)/AES/EBU (optional
i.LINK (DV)** (optional
*SDTI is the name of a standard interface established as SMPTE 305M. QSDI is a type of SDTI. This unit uses SDTI to transmit DV data, and the input/output connectors are labeled “SDTI (QSDI).”
**i.LINK and 
are trademarks and indicate that this product is in agreement with
Analog interfaces
The unit also comes with analog interfaces enabling it to be connected to analog video and audio equipment.
Analog video: These interfaces include a component interface, composite interface, and
Analog audio: Four channels each of input and output are provided. It is also possible to connect a microphone to the unit.
Facilities for High-Efficiency Editing
The unit provides an abundance of functions that enhance editing efficiency and precision.
Cross-fade editing
For audio editing, you can select from
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 104).
Internal time code generator and reader
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 TIME CODE IN/ OUT connectors.
The unit is also compatible with VITC.
Remote control
The unit can be operated by remote control from an editing control unit that supports the
*SIRCS (Sony Integrated Remote Control System): A command protocol to remote control Sony professional videocassette recorders/players.
Playback control using search dial
The search dial on the front panel of the unit allows you to carry out playback operation in jog or shuttle mode without requiring an external editing control unit or remote control unit to be connected to the unit.
High-speed search function
The unit has a picture search function that allows you to view color picture at playback speeds up to 85 times normal speed in forward and reverse directions.
When
6 Features