Data Video HDR-100 Guide

HD HDD Recorder
HDR-100
Quick Start Guide
www.datavideo-tek.com

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Table of contents
Warnings and Precautions -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Warranty ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Disposal ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Packing List ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Introduction ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Features ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
How to Assemble 2.5" HDD in Removable Rack --------------------------------------------------------------------5
Connections & Controls -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
HDR-100 Front Panel ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
HDR-100 Rear Panel ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Powering On ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Menu Options - Overview-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
HDD Mode Menu--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Connecting to a PC / MAC--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Video Input Source Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
HD MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 12
SD MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 13
SET 1080i H-RES. Menu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
GPI Mode & Function Menus ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Set Date & Time Menu-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Format Hard Disk Menu ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 17
Erase Track Menu-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
HDD Surface Scan Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Playing a M2T Track --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Recording a Track------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Connecting to a Computer------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Connecting to a PC ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 21
Connecting to a MAC --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
RS 422 Protocol Reference ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 24
Specification -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30
Service and Support---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31

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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’s 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.
To avoid any possible static damage to your equipment please ensure your camcorder / deck is switched off when
connecting or disconnecting the IEEE-1394 cable.

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Warranty
Datavideo warrants that the equipment it manufactures shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of 12 months from the date of product purchased. If equipment fails due to such defects, Datavideo will, at its
option, repair or provide a replacement for the defective part or product.
Equipment that fails after the warranty period, has been operated or installed in a manner other than that specified by
Datavideo, or has been subjected to abuse or modification, will be repaired for time and material charges at the
Buyer’s expense.
This warranty does not affect your statutory rights within the Country of purchase.
Disposal
For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking.
This symbol on the product indicates that it will not be treated as household waste. It must be handed over to the
applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For more detailed information
about the recycling of this product, please contact your local Datavideo office.

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Packing List:
The following items should be included in the box. If any items are missing please contact your supplier.
Items Description Q’ty
1 HDR-100 HD Hard Disk Recorder 1
2 Power Supply (12V 4.2A) 1
3 AC cord 3P 1
4 2.5" Removable HDD Enclosure 2
5 M3 X 4 m/m Screws 10
6 2.0 X 8 m/m Screws 2
7 HD Label 2
8 Label 4
9 Instruction Manual 1
Introduction
The Datavideo HDR-100 is a multi format input and interface can support HD-SDI, HD-YPbPr and HDV input for
recording. This device can substitutable HDD also can help user easy to change HDD by them. The HDR-100 can be
as an external FireWire drive from which files can be dragged and dropped to a PC or MAC.
Features
Stand Alone HD-SDI, HD-YUV, HDV and HDMI Hard Drive Recorder.
Support HD-SDI pass-through.
HDMI output support
RS-422 / RS-232 control
GPI input
Drag and Drop file transfer to PC or MAC via IEEE-1394.
2.5" Removable HDD Rack, SATA & USB interface connecting to a PC for file transfer.
N.B. The HDR-100 cannot be operated as a DV Device from a PC - The AVC Command set is not supported.

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How to Assemble 2.5" HDD in Removable Rack
1. Remove two screws from the 2.5" removable HDD rack front cover then pull out the PCB.
2. Assemble four screws to fasten 2.5" HDD on PCB.
3. Push PCB into the HDD rack
4. Assemble two screws to fasten HD rack front cover.
5. Push 2.5" HDD Removable rack into HDR-100 then turn button to left lock the rack.

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Connections & Controls
Front Panel
Power On / Off Button. This is a soft power on / off button which powers the
unit on from a state of standby; the main power on / off switch is on the rear
panel.
Display Panel. Displays the status of the HDR-100. The display will show Track
Number, timecode, or if the Menu Button is pressed the Menu Display.
Menu Button. This calls up the menu display which is navigated using the Fwd /
Rew Buttons and Previous / Next Buttons.
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.
Video Input Button. Switches the HDR-100 to YPbPr / SDI Input mode.
Record Button. Puts the HDR-100 into record mode. To start recording press
the Record Button and Play Button simultaneously.
N.B. Unit will not record if no video signal is present.
Play / Pause Button. Starts playback of a track, or pauses playback of a track-
status will be displayed on the Display Panel. Also Starts / Pauses a recording
when unit is in Record mode
Stop Button. Stops playback or record.
Previous / Next Buttons. These buttons navigate up and down between
recorded tracks and menu options.
Audio Level Adjustments allow you to adjust the headphone volume.
Stereo mini jack plug for stereo headphone. The headphone volume is
controlled by the Audio Level Adjustments.
6 Pin DV In/Out Port. This is a convenient front mounted DV / IEEE-1394 Port
for connection to a DV / HDV camcorder, or to a PC for file transfer.
The Audio Input Level LEDs show the audio input levels from the incoming
source.
2.5" Removable HDD Rack, SATA & USB interface connecting to a PC for file
transfer.

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Rear Panel
The GPI socket can be used for simple external control. The HDR-100 can
accept pulse or level trigger inputs, which can trigger record or playback and
pause commands See GPI Mode & Function Menus for more details.
2 channels mini XLR Balanced Audio input & output.
HD- YUV component analogue input and output connectors.
RS-422 / RS-232 Port. The HDR-100 can be controlled via RS-422 from
external devices, or via RS- 232 from PC. The HDR-100 uses standard Sony
protocol.
6 Pin DV In/Out Port. This is a convenient rear mounted DV / IEEE-1394 Port
for connection to PC for file transfer.
HDMI Out Ports. Ports for connecting to HDMI external devices.
HD-SDI output connectors.
HD-SDI input and pass-through output connectors.
DC In Socket. Connect the supplied 12V 3A PSU to this socket. The connection
can be secured by screwing the outer fastening ring of the DC In plug to the
socket.
Grounding Terminal. When connecting this unit to any other component, make
sure that it is properly grounded by connecting this terminal to an appropriate
point. When connecting, use the socket and be sure to use wire with a cross-
sectional area of at least 1.0 mm2.
Power On/Off Switch. Switches the power On / Off.

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Powering On
Connect the HDR-100 power supply to the DC In socket. Ensure the power cable is connected to a suitable mains
socket.
Press the Power Button until it lights up
The LCD display panel should show HDR-100 and after a few seconds the track display should appear and
the HDR-100 is read
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Menu Options
The HDR-100 is a menu driven unit; there are 22menus which are used to initially set up the unit. The menu settings
are non-volatile (they are stored even when the unit is switched off), so many of the settings, such as date and time,
you will only need to set once. We will look at each individual menu in more detail, but here is a quick overview of
them. N.B. Not all menus appear when the Video Input Button is illuminated.
The 19 Menus are:
HDD MODE
This mode is setting the HDR-100 to HDD mode for drag and drop file
transfers to a PC or MAC.
See HDD Mode Menu for more details.
SETUP LOOP PLAY
Sets the HDR-100 to loop play a track, the track will continuously loop
until stopped.
FREE SPACE
Displays how much HDD space is available on the HDR-100.
TOTAL SPACE
Displays the total available HDD storage on the HDR-100.
V
IDEO INPUT SOURCE
The HDR-100 has two types of Analogue Input,YPbPr or SDI can be
set.
See Video Input Source Menu for more details.
AUDIO INPUT SOURCE
The HDR-100 has two types Audio Input can be set.
- Select ANALOG AUDIO is from Mini XLR audio input.
- Select SDI EMBEDDED AUDIO is from SDI input, the audio source
will embedded to SDI output.
HD MPEG2 BIT RATE
The HDR-100 has nine modes HD MPEG2 Bit Rate (
20,25,30,35,40,45,50,55,60 Mbps ) can be set.
See HD MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu for more details.
SD MPEG2 BIT RATE
The HDR-100 has Three modes SD MPEG2 Bit Rate ( 5,10,15Mbps )
can be set.
See SD MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu for more details.

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SET I-FRAME ONLY
Set HDR to encode Intra frame only.
SET 1080i H-RES.
To select the encoding horizontal resolution while input source is 1920x1080i
- Select 1920, the record format is 1920x1080i.
- Select 1440, the record format is 1440x1080i.
See SET 1080i H-RES. Menu for more details.
SET GPI TRIGGER MODE
The HDR-100 has two GPI trigger modes, Pulse or Level trigger can
be set.
See GPI Mode & Function Menus for more details.
SELECT GPI FUNCTION
The GPI function can be set to either Play / Play Pause or Record /
Record Pause.
See GPI Mode & Function Menus for more details.
SET DATE & TIME
Sets the date and time on the HDR-100; the setting is non-volatile so it
is stored when the unit is powered off.
See Set Date & Time Menu for more details.
FORMAT HARD DISK
Formats the HDD and removes all files and tracks from the HDR-100.
See Format Hard Disk Menu for more details.
ERASE TRAC
K
Erases individual tracks from the HDR-100.
See Erase Track Menu for more details.
HDD SURFACE SCAN
Checks the HDD for errors / bad sectors. This is only necessary if your
HDR-100 is not performing correctly, or you install a new HDD. A
result.txt file is created in the root directory of the HDD, this can be
viewed from a PC.
HDD MODE CABLE LEN.
The HDR-100 has two types cable mode can be set when connect the
HDR to PC or MAC.
- If your IEEE 1394 cable length≦20 M, please select cable mode:
LONG DISTANCE CABLE.
- If your IEEE 1394 cable length≦1.8 M, please select cable mode:
SHORT DISTANCE CABLE.
SELECT HDV TYPE
The HDR-100 has four type of HDV Input can be set.
- 1440x1080 59.94i
- 1440x1080 50i
- 1280x720 59.94p
- 1280x720 50p
Note: Please check input source is the same with this setting.
SET HDV MONITOR
This mode is set HDV monitor Enable or Disable.
When set this mode to enable, HDV input source will pass through to
SDI,YUV,HDMI output.

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D-SUB H/W INTERFACE
The 9 pin D-SUB can be set to either RS-422 (differential) or RS-232
(single end) transmission mode
- Select RS-232 mode, you can control HDR-100 RS-232 from PC.
- Select RS-422 mode, you can control HDR-100 via RS-422 from
external devices.
UPDATE FP FIRMWARE
When this mode set enable, HDR-100 will into the BOOT Loader mode
for upgrade FP firmware.
FIRMWARE VERSION
Display the Rev No. and Firmware Version of the HDR-100
HDD Mode Menu
The HDD Mode Menu will set the HDR-100 up as an external IEEE-1394 (Firewire) drive, for direct drag and drop file
transfer to a PC or MAC.
The files appear in the root directory of the HDR-100 hard disk, and are numbered with the track number that appears
in the LCD display when you are recording or playing back the track.
The HDR-100 uses a FAT32 file structure, so large tracks are broken down into 2 GB files which are sequentially
named:
For example if Track 02 is 1 hour in duration it will appear as follows:
hdv02.m2t(2 GB) - hdv02 is the file name for Track 02
hdv02_01.m2t (2 GB) - Each 2 GB section is given a sequential _xx numeric extension
hdv02_02.m2t (2 GB)
hdv02_03.m2t (2 GB)
hdv02_04.m2t (2 GB)
hdv02_05.m2t (2 GB)
hdv02_06.m2t (77 MB) - The last file in the sequence is likely to be smaller than 2GB.
Connecting to a PC / MAC
NB: Although your PC / MAC may see the HDR-100 as an AVC compliant DV Device it is not intended to be
operated as such.
Connect the HDR-100 IEEE-1394 output to a PC or MAC.
To set the HDR-100 into HDD Mode firstly press Menu button so that it is illuminated.
You will see the display change to the HDD Mode Menu
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to select ENTER and the display will show the HDD Enable Confirmation
Screen
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) (right) again to confirm, after a few seconds HDD Mode will be enabled
The PC / MAC should recognise that an external IEEE-1394 (Firewire) HDD has been connected. The HDR-
100 can be used just like any external drive.
To return the HDR-100 to Deck Mode either use “Safely Remove Hardware” with a PC, or with a MAC use
“Eject” or Drag the HDR-100 Drive to “Trash”. Once un-mounted the HDR-100 display will return to Track
Display.

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Video Input Source Menu
The Video Input Source Menu sets the analogue input mode of the HDR-100.
The HDR-100 has YPbPr and SDI analogue inputs.
To select the Video Input Source:
Press the Menu Button, to enter menu mode
Press the FWD (►►) Button to navigate the menus until VIDEO INPUT SOURCE is displayed.
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the VIDEO INPUT SOURCE set up menu.
Press the FWD (►►) Button to select either SDI or YPbPr.
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Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode.

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HD MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu
To select the HD MPEG2 encoding BIT RATE:
Press the Menu Button, to enter the menu mode
Press the FWD (►►) Button to navigate the menus until SET MPEG2 BIT RATE is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the HD MPEG2 BIT RATE menu
Use the FWD(►►) or REW(◄◄) Button to select the desire bit rates (20,25,30,35,40,45,50,55,60)
To confirm your selection and exit the menu press the Next (▲) Button(right).
Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode
For example, the table of 120 GB HDD is the reference of Bit Rate mode selection.
HDD Type Bit Rate Mode Maximum Recordable Time
120GB 20 Mbps 810 minutes 760
120GB 40 Mbps 405 minutes 390
120GB 60 Mbps 270 minutes 260

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SD MPEG2 BIT RATE Menu
To select the SD MPEG2 encoding BIT RATE:
Press the Menu Button, to enter the menu mode
Press the FWD (►►) Button to navigate the menus until SET MPEG2 BIT RATE is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the HD MPEG2 BIT RATE menu
Use the FWD(►►) or REW(◄◄) Button to select the desire bit rates (5,10,15)
To confirm your selection and exit the menu press the Next (▲) Button(right).
Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode

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SET 1080i H-RES. Menu
Press the Menu Button, to enter the menu mode
Press the FWD (►►) Button to navigate the menus until SET 1080i H-RES. is displayed.
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the SET 1080i H-RES. menu
Press the FWD (►►) Button to select either 1440 or 1920.
To confirm your selection and exit the menu press the Next (▲) Button(right).
Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode
1080i is the shorthand name of a format of high definition video modes. 1080 is number of horizontal scan lines, and
the letter i stands for interlaced.
1080i is a high-definition television (HDTV) video mode. The term usually assumes a widescreen aspect ratio of 16:9,
implying a horizontal resolution of 1920 pixels and a frame resolution of 1920 × 1080 or about 2.07 million pixels.

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GPI Mode & Functions Menus
The HDR-100 can be set to receive either pulse or level GPI triggers, which can be set to activate Play / Pause or Rec
/ Pause.
To select the GPI Mode:
Press the Menu Button, to enter menu mode
Press the FWD (►►) Button to navigate the menus until SET GPI TRIGGER MODE is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the SET GPI TRIGGER MODE menu
Press the FWD (►►) Button to select either Pulse Trigger or Level Trigger
To confirm your selection and exit the menu press the Next (▲) Button(right).
Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode
Select the GPI Function:
Press the Menu Button, to enter the menu mode
Press the FWD (►►) Button to navigate the menus until SET GPI FUNCTION is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the SET GPI FUNCTION menu
Press the FWD (►►) Button to select either Pulse Trigger or Level Trigger
To confirm your selection and exit the menu press the Next (▲) Button(right).
Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode

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Set Date & Time Menu
To set the Date & Time on the HDR-100
Press the Menu Button, to enter menu mode
Press the REW (◄◄) Button to navigate the menus until SET DATE & TIME is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the SET Date & Time menu
You will see a flashing cursor on the date value.
To set the date use the Play/Pause Button to increase the value or the Stop Button to decrease the value
Increases Value Decreases Value
Use the FWD (►►) Button to move the cursor to the next column to the right i.e. Month / Year / Hours /
Minutes or the REW (◄◄) Button to move the cursor back to the left.
Moves the cursor to the right Moves the cursor to the left
Once you have set the date & time press the Next (▲) Button(right) to exit the menu
Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode

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Format Hard Disk Menu
Format Hard Disk will remove all tracks from the hard drive.
Press the Menu Button, to enter menu mode
Press the REW (◄◄) Button to navigate the menus until FORMAT HARD DISK is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the FORMAT HARD DISK menu
You will see ARE YOU SURE? displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right)again to confirm that you want to format the hard disk.
After a few seconds the HDR-100 will reboot and the display will return to normal
Erase Track Menu
Erase Track is used for deleting individual tracks from the HDR-100.
Press the Menu Button, to enter menu mode
Press the REW (◄◄) Button to navigate the menus until ERASE TRACK is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the ERASE TRACK menu
Use the FWD (►►) or REW (◄◄) Button to select the track that you want to erase - (Track 01 in this case)
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to erase the selected track - The track duration will return to 00:00:00:00
Then press the Menu Button to leave menu mode

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HDD Surface Scan Menu
Surface scan is a utility which checks the disc surface for errors and bad sectors. It is not generally necessary to use
Surface Scan unless your HDR-100 is not performing correctly, or you have changed the HDD.
To run Surface Scan press the Menu Button to enter menu mode.
Press the REW (◄◄) Button to navigate the menus until SCAN HDD SURFACE is displayed
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) twice to start the HDD Surface Scan.
The progress of the scan will appear in the LCD display. Once complete the Surface Scan Done message
will appear. Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to exit the surface scan.
A txt file called Result will have been created in the root directory of the HDR-100 HDD, this can be accessed
via a PC, by connecting the HDR-100 as a HDD.

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Playing a M2T Track
It is playback M2T tracks to analogue monitors or recorders via the HD(YUV), HD-SDI or HDMI video outputs.
Use the Previous (▲) / Next (▲) Button(right)s to select the track you want to play, and then press the Play (►II)
Button.
It is also possible to set the HDR-100 to loop play. In loop play the track will seamlessly looped until stopped.
To set up loop play press the Menu Button to enter menu mode and then the FWD (►►) Button until SETUP
LOOP PLAY is displayed.
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Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to enter the setup loop play menu, and then press the FWD (►►) Button to
select ENABLE
Press the Next (▲) Button(right) to select SET and then press the Menu Button to return to track display.
When you press play the selected track will start playing, and will loop until the Stop (■) Button is pressed.
To cancel loop playback, follow the above procedure but select disable instead of enable.
Recording a track
To record from an analogue video source you first need to set the analog input – see Video Input Source Menu for
more details.
Press the Video Input Button so that it is illuminated. You should see the video source on your output monitor
Use the Next / Previous Buttons to select an empty track from the HDR-100 track list, one that shows a duration of
00:00:00:00 in the LCD display.
Not suitable - Track
has been recorded
Suitable - Track is
empty
Press both the Record and Play/Pause Buttons simultaneously and the HDR-100 should start recording.
+
The counter should start counting and the REC
symbol should appear
If it does not start recording check the following:
There is an analogue video input present.
The Video Input Button is illuminated
The track you have selected on the HDR-100 is empty. The counter next to the TrackNo on the LCD display should b
showing 00:00:00:00.
There is some available space on the HDR-100 Hard Disk - Go to the FREE SPACE Menu and check that the HDR-