Overview 1 Chapter

Outputting or inputting timecode (LTC) to or from an external device is also possible using the TC IN/OUT connectors. For DVCAM format, VITC is also supported. This unit further supports embedded TC (RP188 LTC) for SD-SDI input and output.

Reference signal connection

The reference video input connector of the unit is provided with a loop-through connector which can be used to connect the input reference video signal to other equipment. When there is no loop-through connection, the reference video input connector is automatically provided with a 75-ohm termination. This unit supports input of SD reference signals and HD reference signals (tri-level sync signals). A loop-through output connector is provided for reference signal input so that the input SD or HD sync signals can be through output.

Video process control

For analog video output and SDI-format video output, you can use menu items to adjust the video output level, chroma signal output level, setup level and chroma phase. The HD output can be adjusted independently.

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. Also, by assigning a desired menu item to the ASSIGN button, you can recall frequently used functions more rapidly.

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 monitor screen or time counter display.

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 displayed on the monitor screen or the time counter display.

Internal test signal generator

The unit has built-in video and audio test signal generators. The video test signal generator can produce either a color bar signal or a black burst signal. The audio test signal generator can generate either a silent signal or a 1-kHz sine wave signal. The HD-SDI output and component output

(when HD is selected) outputs an HD color bar signal or black burst signal.

Carry out these selections in the menus.

Option Board

HVBK-1505 Analog Input Board

Installing this in the unit enables the following formats of analog video/audio signals to be input.

Analog video signal input:The three BNC connectors are each used to input the following three signal types.

•Composite video signal

•S-video signal

•Component video signal (Y, R-Y, B-Y) Analog audio signal input: XLR connector (female) These input signals can only be recorded in DVCAM/ DV(SP) format.

Note

Consult your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative for more information about purchasing and installing an option board.

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