Sony 85P, DSR-85 Other Features, Optional Accessories, Rack mountable, Jog audio function, RMM-130Rack Mount Kit, Superimposition function, Easy maintenance functions

Digital slow-motion playback

Using the frame memory function, the unit can show noise-free slow-motion playback at speeds ranging from 0 to 1/5 normal in both directions. Frame-by- frame and field-by-field playback modes are also available.

Jog audio function

When in jog mode, audio can be monitored at playback speeds ranging from 2 times to 1/30 normal in both directions. The audio signals are once stored in memory and then played back at the same rate as the search speed. This allows you to use audio playback to find the desired edit points.

Built-in TBC (Time Base Corrector)

A digital TBC is built in to ensure jitter-free video output during analog editing.

Other FeaturesMenu 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.

Superimposition function

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

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 unit’s 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.

Rack mountable

When you use the optional RMM-130 Rack Mount Kit, you can mount this unit onto an EIA-standard 19- inch rack (height = 4 units).

Optional AccessoriesDSBK-120/120P SDI (Serial Digital Interface) Input/Output Board

When installed in the DSR-85/85P, this board enables digital video and audio signals in the D1 format to be input to and output from the unit.

DSBK-130/130P Time Code Input/Output Board

When installed in the DSR-85/85P, this board enables SMPTE or EBU-format time code (LTC) to be input to and output from the unit.

RMM-130 Rack Mount Kit

This kit can be used to mount the DSR-85/85P onto an EIA-standard 19-inch rack.

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