Lafayette 09494 User manual

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Model 09494
BEARCLAW
CUT-UP EDITING SYSTEM
USER INSTRUCTIONS
3700 Sagamore Parkway North
P.O. Box 5729 • Lafayette, IN 47903 USA
Tel: [phone] • 800.428.7545
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System Overview 3
Specifications 3
Bearclaw Overview 4
Figure 1: 09494BC Bearclaw 4
Bearclaw Operation 5
Cut-Up Editor Overview 6
Figure 2: 09494CE Cut-Up Editor Front Panel 6
Cut-Up Editor Operation 7
Figure 3: 09494CE Cut-Up Editor Back Panel 7
Figure 4: Typical Cut-Up Editor Wiring 9
Ordering Information 10
Table of Contents:

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OVERVIEW:
The 09494 editing system provides simple SVHS editing for the sports and general A/V professional.
It consists of a handheld signal source (Bearclaw remote) and a signal detecting VCR controller
(Cutup Editor) that provides all the functions for producing edited SVHS and VHS tapes. The
Bearclaw remote provides audio signals to a camcorder, docking deck camera, VCR or directly to the
Cutup Editor to mark video segments (plays) with. There are 5 audio signals (“tones”) from the
remote. Four of the five are used to separate categories during recording. The fifth “tone” is for a
“skip over” or don’t record function (i.e. to mark a halftime show not wanted on any report tape). The
audio signal is detected by the Cutup Editor and switches a corresponding VCR to record while its
“tone” is present. Each tone can represent a category of your choice (i.e. Offense, Defense, Kickoff, or
Punt). The system does not require computers or software, and can be tailored to your specific needs
by choosing what a tone represents. The Cutup Editor includes a S-video and composite video
distribution amplifier with automatic detection and switching of video between the composite and S-
video input and four outputs of both S-video and Composite video.
Cutup Editor
Inputs: Video
Composite video: 1 VP-P, 75 ohms terminated BNC
S-video: Y 1 VP-P, C .386 VP-P, 75 ohms terminated 4-pin miniDIN
Audio: Tone input 1 VP-P, 10 kilohms input impedance, unbalanced
Outputs: Video
4—Composite video: 1 VP-P, 75 ohm terminated BNC
4—S-video: Y 1 VP-P, C .386 VP-P 75 ohm terminated 4-pin miniDIN
Control: VCR
4—Serial port for Panasonic 5-pin remote VCR’s
Supported Recording VCR’s:
Lafayette—09950, 09948, 09945, 09958, 09970, 00885
Panasonic—AG-1950, AG-1960, AG-1970, AG-7400, AG-2400,
AG-460
Power required: 120 V AC 50/60 Hz 5 Watts
Dimensions: 17.2” x 12.5” x 3.7”
Accessories included:
•1—AC cord, 5 ft.
•4—5-pin edit cables, 4 ft.
•1—RCA/BNC adapter
•2—Rack mount adapter bracket with screws
SPECIFICATIONS:

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1. On/Off switch
2. Tone 1 pushbutton
3. Tone 1 indicator
4. Low battery indicator
5. Microphone out connector (3.5MM)
6. Audio out connector (RCA Phono)
7. Remote switch connector
Figure 1: 09494BC: Bearclaw controls,
indicators & connectors
BEARCLAW OVERVIEW:
Bearclaw Remote
Input: Remote (for future use), 6-pin miniDIN
Outputs: Audio Out .5 VP-P, RCA phono jack
Microphone Out .75m VP-P, 3.5MM Stereo jack
Power: 3—AA alkaline batteries, life approximately 200 hours
Dimensions: 3.5” x 4” x 1.3”
Accessories included:
•1—3.5MM stereo plug/plug cable, 5 ft.
•1—RCA/RCA cable, 12 ft.
•3—AA alkaline batteries

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BEARCLAW OPERATION:
The Bearclaw remote is easy to connect and use. It connects to either audio inputs (found on most VCR’s)
or microphone inputs using 3.5MM mono or stereo inputs (found on most camcorders). It produces audio
signals that you record on the videotape’s audio track. The audio signal or “tone” is used by the Cutup
Editor to switch recording on and off automatically. There are five push-button switches with indicators on
the top of the Bearclaw remote (see Figure 1). While it is operating, the light in a switch blinks when its
button is pressed, indicating the selected tone. Each button has a unique “tone” that is output to both the
RCA phono jack (Figure 1, #6) as an audio signal and the 3.5 MM jack (Figure 1, #5) as a microphone level
signal. Connect one of these signals to the VCR or camcorder using the supplied RCA-RCA plug cable (3-
382-008) or the 3.5MM plug-plug cable (3-382-015). When using the RCA jack, plug the RCA cable into
the VCR’s audio input jack.
On stereo VCR’s either cannel or both may be used to record the “tones”. Tones can be recorded on either
Hi-Fi audio tracks or normal tracks. The tone signal must be recorded on a channel by itself, without mixed
audio or excessive noise. The tones are audio signals that can be heard during playback. A test recording
can be played back to verify that the tone is being recorded by listening for it on the audio channel that it
was recorded on. Make sure no other audio except clear tones are presented on the channel you are using
for the tone signal. Tapes that were not recorded with the tone signal can be edited with the tone system by
using the audio dub function explained in detail later. Record the video you wish to edit while categorizing
the excerpts by selecting tones that you record on the audio tracks with the Bearclaw pushbuttons.
Camcorders usually connect to the Bearclaw using the 3.5MM microphone out jack (Figure 1, #5). Plug
one end of the 3.5MM cable (3-382-015) into this connector and the other end of the cable into the external
microphone jack of the camcorder. The external microphone jack is usually located near the camcorder
microphone. Most camcorders (including 09971 and Panasonic’s AG-455) automatically switch to the
external microphone when one is plugged in. Some may require a selection switch for audio input to be
changed to select the external microphone. See your camcorder’s manual or call for assistance. Record
video while selecting tones as described above.
When using audio dub to place tones on an already recorded tape, the audio signal goes to the normal audio
track on Hi-Fi VCR;s such as the 09948, 09950, and 09958 or Panasonic’s AG-1960 or AG-1970. These
VCR’s select the Hi-Fi tracks first if they have any signal on them. For these VCR’s you will have to
manually select the normal track by using the Infrared remote audio output button or the audio output
button on the door of the VCR (09958 and ag-1970 only). Read the Audio Dub section in your VCR’s
operation manual for more details on audio dubbing.
To audio dub with most VCR’s including all models previously referred to, place the prerecorded tape in
the VCR after making sure the record tab is intact. Place a small piece of tape over the hole if the tab has
been removed. Connect the Bearclaw as described above for recording. Place the VCR in play then pause
so it produces a still picture. Press the audio dub button while in play/still and its indicator should light.
Press the pause button to begin recording. The VCR display will show the Play arrow and the audio dub
indicator will remain lit. Select tones during dubbing while watching the video.

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The Cutup Editor provides the functions to use signals from the Bearclaw signal source to produce
edited tapes automatically. The Cutup Editor system was designed to be used in a variety of ways.
The Cutup Editor controls up to four VCR’s that are switched into record when their “tone” is present.
The Cutup Editor works with tapes that were recorded with signals from the Bearclaw, with tapes that
have been audio dubbed after recording with the Bearclaw, or with “live” video by connecting the
Bearclaw directly to the TONE IN connector. The Cutup Editor controls one to four VCR’s equipped
with Panasonic’s 5-pin edit connector (see specifications section on page 7 for compatible VCR’s list).
The Cutup Editor can also be used to make duplicates on VCR’s not used for “tone” editing. By
selecting “duplication mode” any unused tone’s VCR can make a duplicate tape while doing the tone
edits. By selecting duplication mode for all the VCR’s, four copies can be made at once.
Figure 2: 09494CE Cut-Up Editor Front Panel
CUT-UP EDITOR OVERVIEW:
The LO BAT indicator (Figure 1, #4) will light when the batteries need replacing. To replace batteries,
remove bottom cover by removing three Phillips head screws holding it in place. Replace all the
batteries (3—AA’s) with new alkaline type and replace the cover and screws. The batteries should last
approximately 200 hours of continuous use when fresh. The Bearclaw will operate for about 20 hours
after the LO BAT indicator lights. When the switch lights are not blinking the batteries are too low to
produce tone signal.

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CUT-UP EDITOR OPERATION:
Figure 3: 09494CE Cut-Up Editor Back Panel
Connect each VCR used for recording to the editor as shown in Figure 4. Turn the power on and place
recordable tapes (record tab intact or taped over) in each of these VCR’s. Turn the power on to Cutup
Editor with the power switch on it’s front panel (Figure 2, #5). The power indicator should light
(Figure 2, #6) and the VCR’s should enter record-still as indicated by two vertical bars and the red
REC symbol on the display. The Cutup editor will indicate the mode of operation for each VCR with
the indicators (Figure 2, #3) in the corresponding Tone Recording switch (Figure 2, #4) on the front
panel.
· When VCR’s have been selected to edit from the tone of Bearclaw, their light will blink
· VCR’s that have been selected for duplication will have a steady light.
· Duplication VCR’s will begin recording as soon as video is present and remain in the record mode
regardless of the presence or absence of the Tone Input signal. Recording continues until the end
of the tape is reached or the VCR is placed in any mode other than record, record-still or stop.
· VCR’s that are not on or connected or cannot record will be indicated by their switch not being lit.
When the light is off for a VCR, the Cutup Editor will not attempt to control it. To reactivate a
VCR with no light, correct the problem preventing the VCR from recording (i.e. no tape in VCR,
record tab in tape missing, no power to VCR, edit cable not connected properly, etc.) and press its
switch on the Cutup Editor. The light will blink or remain steady depending on the last setting for
that VCR (tone mode or duplication mode). If the light goes out right away then a problem still
exists with recording on that VCR.
· VCR’s in Tone mode will record only when their tone is present at the TONE IN connector on the
back panel (Figure 3, #3).
The mode for each VCR is selected by pressing the corresponding Tone recording switch on the front
panel. Each press and release of the switch toggles the mode between duplication mode and tone
recording mode. The light in the switch indicates the selected mode by remaining steady (duplication
mode) or blinking (tone mode). The switches are ignored by the electronics during times it is
communicating the VCR’s or determining the tone. Make sure the mode you want is indicated by the
lights. Try another switch press if it didn’t change. The Cutup Editor saves the mode settings after
each change and initializes the modes to the last setting when you first turn the Cutup Editor on.

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The video input is selected automatically when you first turn the power on.
· When video is detected on the S-video input, it will be selected and the S-video indicator on the
front panel (Figure 2, #1) will light. Video will be available on both the composite video outputs
and the S-video outputs when a S-video is used.
· If video is detected on the Composite input and no S-video is present, the composite video input is
selected and the Composite Video indicator on the front panel (Figure 2, #2 will light. No video
will be available on the S-video Output connectors while composite video is used.
Once an incoming video signal has been detected and indicated, that video input remains selected until
the Cutup Editor is turned off. If the video signal disappears or is disconnected, the Cutup Editor will
blink the selected video indicator. VCR’s in duplication mod will remain in either record-still or stop
until a video signal is detected.
For tone editing from a tone marked tape, connect the video output of the playback VCR to either the
S-video VIDEO IN or the Composite VIDEO IN. Use S-video whenever possible for best results. If
you are using the Composite VIDEO IN use only the Composite VIDEO OUTPUT to connect to
recording VCR’s, since no video will be present on the S-video VIDEO OUTPUT connectors. See
Figure 4 for example wiring for tone editing. Connect the audio out channel that has the tone signal on
it from the playback VCR or camcorder to the TONE IN connector. Make sure the Cutup Editor power
is on, the recording VCR’s you are using indicate the proper mode (blinking for tone, steady for
duplication) on the front panel indicators. Begin playback and make sure the video input you are using
is indicated on the front panel. Check that VCR’s are entering record and returning to pause as dictated
by the tone signal.
Duplication mode can be used with or without the tone signal present. Connect the playback video as
discussed for tone editing. If no tone editing is used during duplication, the audio doesn’t need to be
connected (i.e. all VCR’s are used for duplication).
The Cutup Editor can be rack mounted by attaching the rack mount adapter brackets to the case sides
using the screws provided.

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3700 Sagamore Parkway North
P.O. Box 5729 • Lafayette, IN 47903 USA
Tel: [phone] • 800.428.7545
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
www.lafayetteinstrument.com
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Ordering Information:
All phone orders must be accompanied by a hard copy of
your order. All must include the following information:
1) Complete billing and shipping addresses
2) Name and department of end user
3) Model number and description of desired item(s)
4) Quantity of each item desired
5) Purchase order number or method of payment
6) Telephone number
DOMESTIC TERMS
There is a $50 minimum order. Open accounts can be extended
to most recognized educational institutions, hospitals and
government agencies. Net amount due 30 days from the date
of shipment. Enclose payment with the order; charge with
VISA, MasterCard; or pay COD. We must
have a hard copy of your order by mail or fax. Students,
individuals and private companies may call for a credit
application.
INTERNATIONAL PAYMENT INFORMATION
There is a $50 minimum order. Payment must be made in
advance by: draft drawn on a major US bank; wire transfer to
our account; charge with VISA, MasterCard;
or confirmed irrevocable letter of credit. Proforma
invoices will be provided upon request.
RETURNS
Equipment may not be returned without first receiving a Return
Goods Authorization Number (RGA).
When returning equipment for service, please call Lafayette
Instrument to receive a RGA number. Your RGA number will
be good for 30 days. Address the shipment to: Lafayette
Instrument Company, 3700 Sagamore Parkway North,
Lafayette, IN 47904, U.S.A. Shipments cannot be received at
the PO Box. The items should be packed well, insured for full
value, and returned along with a cover letter explaining the
malfunction. Please also state the name of the Lafayette
Instrument representative authorizing the return. An estimate
of repair will be given prior to completion ONLY if requested
in your enclosed cover letter. We must have a hard copy of
your purchase order by mail or fax, or repair work cannot
commence.
WARRANTY
Lafayette Instrument guarantees its equipment against all defects
in materials and workmanship to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER
for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment, unless
otherwise stated. During this period, Lafayette Instrument will
repair or replace, at its option, any equipment found to be
defective in materials or workmanship. If a problem arises,
please contact our office for prior authorization before returning
the item. This warranty does not extend to damaged equipment
resulting from alteration, misuse, negligence or abuse, normal
wear or accident. In no event shall Lafayette Instrument be
liable for incidental or consequential damages. There are no
implied warranties or merchantability of fitness for a particular
use, or of any other nature. Warranty period for repairs or
used equipment purchased from Lafayette Instrument is 90 days.
DAMAGED GOODS
Damaged equipment should not be returned to Lafayette
Instrument prior to thorough inspection.
When a shipment arrives damaged, note damage on delivery
bill and have the driver sign it to acknowledge the damage.
Contact the delivery service, and they will file an insurance
claim. When damage is not detected at the time of delivery,
contact the carrier and request an inspection within 10 days of
the original delivery. Please call the Lafayette Instrument
Customer Service Department for a return authorization for
repair or replacement of the damaged merchandise.
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