Data Video DN-700 User manual

DN-700
SD DIGITAL VIDEO
RECORDER
Instruction manual

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Contents
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ........................................................................................................................5
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................................................5
WARRANTY......................................................................................................................................................6
STANDARD WARRANTY............................................................................................................................................. 6
THREE YEAR WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................... 6
DISPOSAL .........................................................................................................................................................7
PRODUCT OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................................8
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................. 8
HOW TO FIT A SATA DRIVE TO THE REMOVABLE HE-1 ENCLOSURE .................................................................9
FRONT PANEL DN-700....................................................................................................................................10
FRONT PANEL DN-700 CONTINUED................................................................................................................11
REAR PANEL DN-700 ......................................................................................................................................12
SWITCHING THE UNIT ON .............................................................................................................................. 13
FORMATTING A DRIVE BEFORE FIRST USE .....................................................................................................13
LCD CLIP STATUS DISPLAY EXPLAINED ........................................................................................................... 13
LCD MENU NAVIGATION & SELECTION ..........................................................................................................14
MAIN MENU ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
RECORD SETUP...................................................................................................................................................... 16
PLAY SETUP LEVEL ................................................................................................................................................. 17
SYSTEM SETUP ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
BEFORE RECORDING ...................................................................................................................................... 19
TRANSFER ANY OLD CLIPS TO COMPUTER .................................................................................................................... 19
CHOOSE THE FILE SYSTEM,FAT32 OR NTFS ............................................................................................................... 19
SET UP THE HDD PARTITIONS TO 1OR 2 .................................................................................................................... 19
SET THE HDD VOLUME ID....................................................................................................................................... 19
SET THE SIGNAL TYPE .............................................................................................................................................. 19
SELECT WHICH TIME CODE TO USE ............................................................................................................................. 19
HOW TO PREPARE TO RECORD FROM AN ANALOGUE INPUT ........................................................................20
WIRED CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 20
SET THE UNIT TO RECORD FROM AN ANALOGUE SOURCE [ANA]...................................................................................... 20
CHOOSE THE FILE TYPE FOR VIDEO EDITING.................................................................................................................. 20
SELECT THE AUDIO SAMPLING RATE ........................................................................................................................... 20
SET THE RECORD DATE ............................................................................................................................................ 20
HOW TO PREPARE TO RECORD FROM A DV25 INPUT ....................................................................................21
WIRED CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 21
SET THE UNIT TO RECORD FROM A DIGITAL SOURCE [DIG].............................................................................................. 21
CHOOSE THE FILE TYPE FOR VIDEO EDITING.................................................................................................................. 21
AUDIO SAMPLING RATE........................................................................................................................................... 21
SET THE RECORD DATE (OPTIONAL)............................................................................................................................ 21
HOW TO PREPARE TO RECORD FROM A HDV INPUT ......................................................................................22
WIRED CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 22
SET THE UNIT TO RECORD FROM A DIGITAL SOURCE [DIG].............................................................................................. 22

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CHOOSE THE FILE TYPE FOR VIDEO EDITING.................................................................................................................. 22
AUDIO SAMPLING RATE ........................................................................................................................................... 22
SET THE RECORD DATE ............................................................................................................................................ 22
RECORDING ...................................................................................................................................................23
SELECT AN EMPTY BIN IN WHICH TO RECORD .............................................................................................................. 23
RECORDING .......................................................................................................................................................... 23
RECORD PAUSE ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
MARK A RECORDING............................................................................................................................................... 23
RECORD STOP ....................................................................................................................................................... 24
SPECIAL RECORD SETUPS ............................................................................................................................... 24
TIME LAPSE RECORDING .......................................................................................................................................... 24
PRE-TRIGGER RECORD MEMORY .............................................................................................................................. 24
POWER ON AUTO RECORD ....................................................................................................................................... 24
PLAYBACK ......................................................................................................................................................25
SELECT A RECORDED BIN TO PLAYBACK...................................................................................................................... 25
PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................................................................ 25
PLAYBACK IN BIN OR CLIP CENTRIC MODE ................................................................................................................. 25
PAUSE AND GO TO MARK ........................................................................................................................................ 25
FRAME STEPPING ................................................................................................................................................... 26
LOOP PLAY ........................................................................................................................................................... 26
POWER ON AUTO PLAY........................................................................................................................................... 26
TRANSFERRING FILES TO A COMPUTER..........................................................................................................26
PREPARATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 26
MAKING MEDIA FILES ....................................................................................................................................... 26
OPERATING FILE SYSTEM LIMITATIONS ....................................................................................................................... 26
FILE ORGANIZATION ............................................................................................................................................... 26
REMOVING AND MOUNTING THE HE-1 DRIVE ENCLOSURE TO A COMPUTER ...................................................................... 27
SAFELY DIS-MOUNTING THE HE-1 DRIVE FROM A COMPUTER ......................................................................................... 28
UPDATING THE FIRMWARE............................................................................................................................ 28
GPI CONTROL.................................................................................................................................................29
GPI TRIGGER CABLING AND CIRCUIT .......................................................................................................................... 29
SET GPI TRIGGER MODE .................................................................................................................................... 29
PULSE TRIGGER RECORD PROCESS............................................................................................................................ 29
LEVEL TRIGGER RECORD PROCESS ............................................................................................................................ 29
PULSE TRIGGER PLAYBACK PROCESS ......................................................................................................................... 30
LEVEL TRIGGER PLAYBACK PROCESS.......................................................................................................................... 30
RS-232 CONTROLLER COMMAND SET ............................................................................................................31
COMMUNICATION FORMAT ..................................................................................................................................... 31
COMMAND FORMAT .............................................................................................................................................. 31
COMMAND PROTOCOL ........................................................................................................................................... 31
SUMMARY LIST OF COMMANDS ............................................................................................................................... 31
CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT................................................................................................................................. 31
SYSTEM CONTROL.................................................................................................................................................. 32
SENSE REQUEST .................................................................................................................................................... 32
TRANSPORT CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................ 33
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT ................................................................................................................................35
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................35
SERVICE AND SUPPORT.................................................................................................................................. 36

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Disclaimer of Product and Services
The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide only. At all times, Datavideo Technologies will try to
give correct, complete and suitable information. However, Datavideo Technologies cannot exclude that some information in this
manual, from time to time, may not be correct or may be incomplete. This manual may contain typing errors, omissions or
incorrect information. Datavideo Technologies always recommend that you double check the information in this document for
accuracy before making any purchase decision or using the product. Datavideo Technologies is not responsible for any
omissions or errors, or for any subsequent loss or damage caused by using the information contained within this manual.
Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be obtained by contacting your local Datavideo Office or
dealer.

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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1). This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2). This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Warnings and Precautions
1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit in or near water.
5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious
damage.
6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for ventilation. To
ensure safe and reliable operation of this unit, and to protect it from overheating, do not block
or cover these openings. Do not place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the
ventilation openings on the bottom of the cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be
placed near or over a heat register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your
Datavideo dealer or your local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit where the power cord
will be walked on, rolled over, or otherwise stressed.
9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings
on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord rating.
10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall outlet do
not exceed 15 amperes.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation slots, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.
12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this
product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose
you to dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all service
issues to qualified service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
b. When liquid has spilled into the unit;
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating conditions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions in this
manual; improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage to the unit and
may often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to
normal operation;
e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged;
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for
service.

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Warranty
Standard Warranty
•Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for one year from
the date of purchase.
•The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be supplied at the time
of any request for repair under warranty.
•The product warranty period begins on the purchase date. If the purchase date is unknown,
the product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day after shipment from a Datavideo office.
•Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or water is not covered
under warranty.
•Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not covered under warranty.
•Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software installations, which are not
required by our computer systems, are not covered under warranty.
•All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the expense of the owner.
•All other claims of any nature are not covered.
•Cables and batteries are not covered under warranty.
•Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.
•Your statutory rights are not affected.
Three Year Warranty
•All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017 are qualified for
a free two years extension to the standard warranty, providing the
product is registered with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.
•Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels,
DVD drives, Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive, Lighting, Camera
module, PCIe Card are covered for 1 year.
•The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo's official website or with your local
Datavideo office or one of its authorized distributors within 30 days of purchase.

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Disposal
For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must
not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your
responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a
designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at
the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about
where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
CE Marking is the symbol as shown on the left of this page. The letters "CE" are
the abbreviation of French phrase "Conformité Européene" which literally means
"European Conformity". The term initially used was "EC Mark" and it was officially
replaced by "CE Marking" in the Directive 93/68/EEC in 1993. "CE Marking" is now
used in all EU official documents.

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Product Overview
The Datavideo DN-700 is a file based video recorder compatible with Composite [NTSC/PAL], or
DV25 [NTSC/PAL], or HDV [1080i/720p] signals. The recorder has a rugged case, is 1U high, 19”
rack mountable and is 12V DC compatible.
As well as traditional front panel controls, like Record, Play, Stop, FFWD and FREV, the DN-700 also
features RS-232 and GPI control interfaces. These connections allow users and system integrators to
remotely synchronise and trigger one or multiple DN-700 recorders. The unit can also be used to
synchro record from a single IEEE-1394 camera by mirroring the recording actions of the camera’s
tape deck.
Once the recording session is finished and the files prepared, eject the HE-1 drive enclosure and
connect it by USB 2.0 or SATA cable to your editing computer. Use simple drag and drop or copy and
paste actions to move the files from the HE-1 drive to the media drive of your editing computer. The
transferred video files can then be imported to the time-line of your video editing software pre-
wrapped as AVI, MOV or MXF [OP1A] files. HDV files are wrapped as industry standard M2T files.
The DN-700’s removable HE-1 drive enclosure can be fitted with 7200rpm 2.5” SATA Hard Disk
Drives [HDD] or Solid State Drives [SSD]. With drive sizes up to 750GB the DN-700 is capable of long
duration recordings and even SD based time lapse recordings.
All in all, we feel the DN-700 is well suited to live event recording and post production applications
within conferencing, education, science, construction, medical, animation, security and OB van work.
That’s Datavideo, sharing the value!
Features
•Backlit LCD display and soft keys for track confirmation and menu navigation.
•Normal VTR type transport keys for Play/Pause, Stop, Record, Fast Forward and Reverse.
•Removable HE-1 drive enclosure for standard SATA 2.5” laptop drives.
•Front panel 3.5mm stereo audio jack point and volume control for convenient audio
monitoring.
•LED based Audio Peak meter for audio confidence.
•Input connections:
Composite video and stereo audio (PAL or NTSC)
IEEE1394 digital video port, supports DV, DVC Pro 25 and HDV [M2T]
•Output connections:
Composite video (SD Only) and stereo audio
IEEE1394 digital video port, supports DV, DVC Pro 25 and HDV [M2T]
•Supports NTFS formatting to eliminate 2GB file size limitation
•File formats supported:
DV: .AVI, .MOV, .MXF [OP1A]
HDV: .M2T native
•Time-lapse recording down to a single frame [SD recording only]
•RS-232 and GPI Control interface.
•Manually triggered single frame recording, useful in stop motion animation.
•Eight seconds pre-record buffer recording, useful in recording unexpected events especially
in science research, outdoor recording or security applications.
•Easy to use play last clip.
•12V DC Operation allowing OB Van compatibility.

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How to fit a SATA drive to the removable HE-1 enclosure
Datavideo recommends using 2.5” SATA HDD 7200 RPM with 8 or 16 MB cache. If your unit was
delivered without a hard drive fitted please follow these instructions to fit your drive to an empty HE-1
drive enclosure. Compatible drive information can obtained from your local dealer or Datavideo office.
1. Remove the two small screws from the
connections end of the HE-
1 drive
enclosure then remove the PCB.
2. Seat your 2.5” SATA HDD on to the PCB
and then turn it over so you can secure
the drive to the PCB using the four
screws holes provided.
3. Return the PCB, with HDD fitted, to the
enclosure, using the sl
ots within the
enclosure case as a guide.
4. Re-secure the back plate of the
enclosure using the two screws removed
earlier.
5. Push the removable HE-1 enclosure into recorder as shown above. Now turn the locking lever
from right to the left in order to secure the HE-1 in place.
6. You are now ready to switch the unit on.
7. New drives will be formatted within the recorder on first use. The LCD panel will show BIN or
CLIP information once the recorder becomes available for set up and use.

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Front Panel DN-700
Power On / Off
Switches the power On / Off
LCD Display
There are four lines in the LCD Display. The first line is used to display
icons that reflect some of the current settings of the unit. These settings
include:
ANA / DIG (Video Source is Analogue / Digital)
HDV(Unit is set for HDV mode)
Loop Play enabled
Time Remaining
The second line will display the recording file type set for the selected
bin (eg. .MOV). While playing or recording it also displays the current
clip number and the total number of clips in the bin.
The third line will display the bin number (01-99) and a time number
(Hr:Min:Sec:Frames). The time number will represent the absolute time
address or time code of the frame being recorded or played. When
selecting a new bin, the time number will be the length of the content in
this bin. The fourth line labels the soft keys.
Menu Navigation Left / Right soft key
The functions of the two Soft Keys found below the LCD are dependent
upon the current operation mode. Each function changes with each
different operation mode. The Soft Key's current functions are
displayed on the bottom line of the LCD panel, alongside each Soft
Key.
Menu Navigation Menu key
Use this button to start navigating as well as exiting the various options
offered by DN-700. The functions are called out in the bottom two rows
of the LCD. Stepping through options is done by following the
directions set in the LCD annotations. At any time, exit an option by
pressing the menu key.
Note: Main menu selection can be accessed from a Stop or Idle mode.
Specialized menu selections are accessed while playing.
Fwd / Rew Buttons
In playback mode these buttons will operate as Fast Forward and
Rewind Buttons. If the Menu Button is pressed these buttons will
navigate backwards and forwards between the various menu options.