Pioneer HD-V9000 User manual

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Professional HD Video System Player
HD-V9000
Technical Manual
Ver. 1.01
April 15, 2010
Pioneer Corporation

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Revision History
Version Date Description of Changes
1.00 2010/04/07 Original version
1.01 2010/04/14 Addition of detailed explanation of content error detection function
during MAP file creation

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................. 1
2. Features................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1. Main Features of this Unit.........................................................................................................2
3. Specifications........................................................................................................................... 3
4. External Dimensions and Installation Environment ................................................................... 4
5. Precautions during RS-232 Control Operations.......................................................................... 5
5.1. Command Comparison Chart ....................................................................................................5
5.2. Detailed Explanation of Response "R" Timing when "PL" Command is Issued.......................10
5.3. Command Issuance Interval when ?F ?P Commands are Used ..............................................10
5.4. Setting Details for 15-pin D-sub Connector Pin 15 STOP_ST Status........................................11
6. Synchronized Playback Precautions ........................................................................................ 12
6.1. Basic Precautions for Synchronized Playback .........................................................................12
6.2 Example Showing Configuration of a Basic Synchronized Playback System ............................13
6.3 External sync signal input specifications ..................................................................................14
6.4 Example of Commands for Sync Generation............................................................................15
6.5 When to Issue Synchronized Playback Commands ..................................................................15
6.6 Unspecified Areas.....................................................................................................................17
7. Notes When Creating Content ................................................................................................ 18
7.1. Basic Notes When Creating Video Files...................................................................................18
7.2. Supported Formats..................................................................................................................19
7.3. Operation-Verified Encoders and Parameter Settings............................................................20
7.4. Splitting Files over 4 GB...........................................................................................................20
8. Recommended SD card..................................................................................................... 21
9. Precautions When Creating a Time Map Table ........................................................................ 22
9.1 Errors Before Creation of the Time Map Table ........................................................................22
9.2 Errors During Creation of the Time Map Table ........................................................................22

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1. Introduction
This manual provides precautions and operation tips that can be used when you design and operate an
AV system with HD-V9000, a business market HD video system player. Please refer to this manual to
perform appropriate operations when using the system.
In addition, refer to the following documents when you use this manual. Go to our website
(http://pioneer.jp/biz/) to see this manual and other related documents. Download the latest versions
for your use.
HD-V9000 Reference Documents
•Technical Manual (this manual)
•User's Manual
•Communication Interface User's Manual
•Content Creation Manual
•HD Pilot User's Manual

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2. Features
2.1. Main Features of this Unit
Highly reliable, mechanical-free design using SD/SDHC card as the media
Using the very flexible all-purpose SD/SDHC card as the media allows you to directly record onto the
card and play content. And employing the mechanical-free design without drives, you can freely install
a system that is highly resistant to dust and vibration. With this functionality, we have achieved a stable
system that can operate for long periods without the need for maintenance.
In addition, using the SD card, with all the advantages of removable media like optical discs, you can
easily transfer and take out content, and readily replace content when an error occurs. It also has the
strong points of recording type media, such as HDD, and enables you to seamlessly overwrite, make
backups, and copy content.
Fully equipped with an array of features proven in business video players
The system is fully equipped with the RS-232C Pioneer Command, an industry standard adopted for
business video players like LD and DVD, and with other functions such as external control terminals, the
external synchronized play function and frame control. With these functions, you can easily transfer
from existing video systems*, and some peripheral devices can also be used.
* Some of the RS-232C command function specifications and response timing have been changed
to match the media and hardware changes made from previous business DVD players. Please be
sure to read the Communication Interface User's Manual for this unit when you design a
system.
Compatible with high profile, high-def playback
This unit is equipped with a video decoder specifically designed for business use. High profile MPEG-2
and MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video files are played in high definition, and the system enables stable and
smooth playback functionality over long time periods.
* In this manual and the Content Creation Manual, we provide information including compatible
formats, encoders verified to work and setup parameters for you to create content (video files)
that can be seamlessly and stably used in this unit. Please be sure to refer to these documents
when you create content.
Video system operation efficiency and cost reduction achieved using network functions
Network functionality in this unit allows you to remotely perform control operations, diagnoses,
content replacement, and schedule changes via the network. This allows for more efficient video
system operations at a lower cost.
Video Overlay Display function allows more variety in image production
The unit is equipped with our Video Overlay Display function, which displays content such as text
tickers or still images on top of High-Vision video content. This function enables real-time information
or information that needs to be immediately displayed in combination with video.

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3. Specifications
Compatible media SD/SDHC card 1 slot
Compatible video format Container: MPEG2-TS
Codec: MPEG2, H.264/AVC
720×480i ○
720×576 ○
1280×720p ○
1920×1080i ○
Output
resolution
1920×1080p ○(IP conversion)
HDMI™output 1 line (with cable stopper)
Component video output BNC 1 line (Y, CV/PB, CR/PR)
Composite video output BNC 1 line
Digital audio output Coaxial 1 line
Analog 2ch audio output Rear: 1 line RCA pin jack
Front: Headphone mini jack
LAN 1 line RJ-45
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
USB (A Type) 2 lines
RS-232C Switch between 1 line D-sub 9-pin male and 1 line
D-sub 15-pin female
IN/OUT
terminals
External synchronized input
1 line (With loop through)
BNC (with 75Ωterminal SW)
Input Signal SD: Black burst
HD: Bi-level/Tri-level sync signal
RS-232C control ○
EXT terminal control ○
Frame search ○
External synchronized play ○
Program play ○(Playlist)
Backyard monitor ○
Schedule function ○(Specify day and date)
Power On Start ○
Overlay Display ○(Text, picture)
Lip-synch adjust ○
Save data to USB memory ○
Support software ○(HD PILOT)
Network monitoring/control ○
Change content via network ○
Main functions
Wakeup on LAN ○
Operating temperature 0°C to +45°C
External dimensions (excl. rack mounting hardware) 420 × 51.2 × 422.3 mm (W×H×D)
Weight 5.0 kg
Rack mount compatible EIA 19 inches 1U compatible (hardware incl.)
Voltage 100V ac, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption/Standby power consumption 30 W/0.5 W

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4. External Dimensions and Installation Environment
Precautionary notes when mounting rack
When you mount the rack, install the provided brackets on
both the left and right sides.
Remove all four legs. After removing them, store the legs
for future use.
Environmental temperature and humidity requirements for
operation
Use this unit in an environment with a temperature range
from 0°C through 45°C and with a humidity level of 85%.
When you use multiple units of this system together, up to
3 units may be stacked, with a max target temperature of
35°C. If you mount players in racks, install the units so that
a space of at least 1 unit is left empty every 3 units.

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5. Precautions during RS-232 Control Operations
5.1. Command Comparison Chart
This is a RS-232C command specification comparison chart for HD-V9000 and DVD-V8000. For further
details, refer to the Communication Interface User's Manual for each player.
Command Command Function Specification Differences
Mnemonic Name DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
RJ Reject Stops disc rotation. Stops file playback.
99RJ Reject(Option) Stops disc rotation, but does not
open tray even during Park Mode.
Stops file playback. Keeps the file
name designated at previous FI.
When stopped at 99RJ, Setup Mode
(P02) becomes activated instead of
Park Mode (P01).
SA Start Starts disc rotation, stops at play start
position, and returns R.
R response time depends on the disc.
Searches 1 frame in the designated
file and stops. When a file is not
designated, searches in the first file in
alphabetical order and stops at frame
1.
R response time depends on the
content.
(adrs) PL Play R response timing
Returns R when playback is ready.
Example: P01=> PL receive => Play
ready => Play start (P04) => R send
R response timing
Activates status P02 and immediately
returns R.
Example: P01=> PL receive (P02) =>
R send => Play ready => Play start
(P04)
Play ready time varies depending on
the content and whether there is a
MAP file.
Play file designation
Not available.
Play file designation
Designate a file in advance with FI
command. Alphabetical order is used
if not designated.
PL send during play
Returns R.
PL send during play
Returns error E04.
PA Pause If PA command is received again,
remains in Pause Mode.
If a PA command is received again, it
goes into Play Mode.
ST Still Same specification
SF Step Forward
SR Step Reverse
Playing at multi-speeds
Cycles through the multi-speeds in
the order of 1/16→1/8→1/4→1/2
when this command is issued.
NF Scan Forward
NR Scan Reverse
NS Scan Stop
Same spec.
(adrs) MF Multi-Speed Forward
(adrs) MR Multi-Speed Reverse Same spec.
arg SP Speed Same spec.
adrs SE Search Search time Time up to SE > R
Ref: Approx. 1.2 sec. (depending on
disc)
Search time Time up to SE > R
Ref: Approx. 1.1–1.5 sec (depending
on the content) Search within file.
adrs SL Search & Play Searches the designated address and
starts playing.
Same spec.
adrs SM Stop Marker If executed while stopped
Necessary to designate the file name
in advance with the FI command.

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Command Command Function Specification Differences
Mnemonic Name DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
LO Lead Out Symbol Uses this LO instead of numerical
values for search or auto play target
addresses.
LOPL<CR> →Plays until the end of file
and returns R after a stop.
LOSMPL<CR> →Returns R, plays until
the end of file and stops.
When you want to play to end of file,
use this LO instead of address.
Can be used without a Map file.
Note: Please do not use LO
commands as they do not function
according to the specs.
CL Clear During repeat-playing
Repeat: turns off.
During repeat-playing
According to repeat setting in Initial
Settings.
FR Frame Same spec.
TM Time Same spec.
arg AU Select Audio Argument
0: Mute
1-8: Language
Argument
0: Mute
1: Cancel Mute.
arg AP Select Aspect Argument
1: Pan & Scan
2: Letter Box
3: Wide
Argument
2: "4:3"
3: "16:9"
arg VD Video Control Setup menu/OSD output
Outputs according to video switch
settings.
Setup menu/OSD output
Always outputs regardless of video
switch settings.
arg RF Output Resolution Set - New
arg DS Display Control While setup menu is displayed
Executable
While setup menu is displayed
Returns error E04.
arg KL Keylock Argument (1 digit)
0: Cancel lock.
1: Lock all keys.
2: Lock tray opening.
Argument (1 digit)
0: Cancel lock.
1: Lock all keys.
arg GP Playlist Number Set
(Stack Group Set)
Argument
1–300 (decimal integers)
Executes play in combination with BS
command.
Argument
1–20 (decimal integers), E06 for
others.
Independently executes play.
BU Playlist Data Upload
(Command Stack Data
Upload)
Data format
V8000 specific
Data format
V9000 specific (different from V8000)
BD Playlist Data Download
(Command Stack Data
Download)
Data format
V8000 specific
Data format
V8000 specific
WU Schedule Data Upload
(Weekly Timer Data
Upload)
Data format
V8000 specific
Data format
V9000 specific (different from V8000)
WD Schedule Data Download
(Weekly Timer Data
Download)
Data format
V8000 specific
Data format
V8000 specific
GS Setup Data Upload - New
PS Setup Data Download - New
RM Repeat Mode Function
Sets the following with Address
Mode.
Title repeat/Chapter repeat/Track
repeat/Invalid
Function
Sets File Repeat Mode.
arg SK File Skip (Chapter Skip) Argument
1. Searches beginning of next
chapter.
2. Searches beginning of previous
chapter.
3. Searches beginning of current
chapter.
Argument
1. Searches beginning of next file.
2. Searches beginning of previous file.
3. Searches beginning of current file.
Maintains pre-search Play Mode after
search.

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Command Command Function Specification Differences
Mnemonic Name DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
FI File Name Input - New
arg TD Text Crawl Display - New
TK Text Crawl Erase - New
arg OD Overlay Image Display - New
OE Overlay Image Erase - New
FD Delete File - New
FC File Copy - New
PN Power On - New
(arg) PF Power Off - New
(arg) RB Reboot - New
>A,>B,･･･>Z Same spec.
_A,_B,･･･_Z Same spec.
<A,<B,･･･<Z
General Purpose
Parameter
Same spec.
?D File Information Request - New
?R File Name Request
(Title/Track Number
Request)
Function
Returns Title/Track Number currently
being played.
Function
Returns Video file name currently
being played.
?T Time Code Request Same spec.
?F Frame Number Request Same spec.
?Y Total Frame Request Function
Returns total number of frames of
title currently being played.
Function
Returns total number of frames of file
currently being played.
arg RA Register A Set (Display) Display element
• Frame number or time code
•Title & Chapter number/Track
number
• User area
Display element
• Frame number or time code
•File name
• User area
arg RD Register D Set (TxD
Term)
Same spec.
arg PR Print Character Line number: 0–9
Max number of letters: 32 letters
Line number: 0–17
Max number of letters: 40 letters
CS Clear Screen Same spec.
WW Real Time Clock Set Error
None
Error
Returns Error E04 when NTP setting
(Network Settings>>NTP) is enabled.
arg CM Communication Control
Set
Same spec.
?P Player Active Mode
Request
Refer to the following "Operating
Modes" for the status.
Refer to the following "Operating
Modes" for the status.
(P00 and P03 are deleted)
?L Player Model Number
Request -New
?X Player Model Name
Request
Same spec.
?W Real Time Clock Request Same spec.
?M CCR Mode Request Same spec.
?N Input Number Request Same spec.
?E Error Code Request Same spec.
#I Input Unit Request Same spec.
$A Register A Request Same spec.
$D Register D Request Same spec.

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Command Command Function Specification Differences
Mnemonic Name DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
?Z Get Information
(Firmware Version
Request)
Same spec.
?O System Property
Request -New
?B File List Request Function
Requests block number currently
being played.
Function
Requests file list and attribute
information stored in SD card and
USB memory.
EL Error Log Upload -New
?U NTP Status Request -New
arg SS 15pin Status Set
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New
Play status (P04) can be detected at
15-pin STOP_ST.
(This command must be used to make
setting.)
#S 15pin Status Request -New
OP Open Not available.
CO Close Not available.
BK Block Number Not available.
CH Chapter Not available.
TI Title Not available.
IX Index Not available.
TR Track Not available.
arg SU Select Subtitle Not available.
arg AG Select Angle Not available.
arg PT Select Parental-Level Not available.
arg AD Audio Control Not available.
arg BS Command Stack Play Not available.
?A P-Block Number
Request
Not available.
?C Chapter Number
Request
Not available.
?I Index Number Request Not available.
?Q TOC Information
Request
Not available.
?G Disc Region Code
Request
Not available.
?V DVD Disc Status
Request
Not available.
?K CD Disc Status Request Not available.
WW Real Time Clock Set Not available.
arg MS Advanced Setup Not available.
?S Advanced Setup
Request
Not available.
?H Player Region Code
Request
Not available.
arg MC Menu Call Not available.
arg NB Numeric Button Not available.
arg CU Button Select Not available.
(arg) ET ENTER Button Not available.
arg GI Get Information Not available.
MU Memory Data Upload Not available.
arg OS Output Select *1 Not available.
arg VP VR Play Mode *1 Not available.

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Command Response Time DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
?F "?F"⇒"*******<CR>"
response time
(Normal) 10 msec, (Max) 16 msec (Normal) 20 msec, (Max) 600 msec
?P "?P"⇒"P**<CR>" response
time
(Normal) 10 msec, (Max) 16 msec (Normal) 20 msec, (Max) 600 msec
Timing During Synchronized Play Control DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
Search time Time from "SE"to "R" Reference value (approx. 1.2 sec) Reference value (approx. 3.5 sec) …
Varies depending on the content.
Wait when
PL is sent
Wait time from Search
Complete to Send PL.
300 msec No wait time is needed in FW Ver.
2.00 (0 msec). Wait time of 1500
msec is needed in previous FW
versions.
Video start
position
Video start position after
"PL" command.
2nd Field after 4 Field. At 1000 ms＋3 frames, after approx.
1.1 sec.
Approx. 0.1 sec when synchronization
is off.
Unspecified
area during
synchronized
play
Area where video output
timing for PL <CR> Send is
unspecified.
7 msec. from 2nd field start point. 480i/576i/1080i: 2nd Field period
720P: 5 msec onward from frame
start point
Player Function Mode DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
P00 Open Disc table is out. Not available.
P01 Park Disc table is closed and disc rotation
is stopped (including cases where
there is no disc).
Currently not playing (or there may
be no SD Card). This requires that no
file is designated.
This mode also becomes activated
when an error occurs during Play
preparation.
P02 Setup Play ready status.
Disc is rotating to prepare for Play.
Play ready status.
Status where video and audio
playback become ready after Play
start command (PL) is received from
Park Mode.
This mode also becomes activated
when the file to be played is
designated.
P03 Unload Opening. Not available.
P04 Play Video and audio are being played at
normal speed.
Same spec.
P05 Still Image is still as output. Same spec.
P06 Pause Image is deleted and in still state. Same spec.
P07 Search Designated address is being
searched.
Same spec.
P08 Scan Fast forward/fast rewind Same spec.
P09 Multi-speed Playing at multi-speed. Same spec.
Error Code DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
E00 Communication error Same spec.
E01 System Error -New
E04 Feature not available Same spec.
E06 Missing argument Same spec.
E10 File already exists -New
E11 File does not exist Same spec.
E12 Search error Same spec.
E15 Picture stop Not available.
E16 Interrupt by other device Same spec.
E99 Panic Same spec.

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5.2. Detailed Explanation of Response "R" Timing when "PL" Command is Issued
DVD-V8000 “R” Response
R is returned when Play is ready.
Example: P01 => PL Receive => Play Ready => Play Start (P04) => R Send
HD-V9000 “R” Response — Firmware Version 2.00 or later
Status goes to P02 and R is immediately returned.
Example: P01=> PL Receive (P02) => R Send => Play Ready => Play Start (P04)
The Play ready time in V9000 varies depending on factors like the content format, bit rate, and
whether or not a MAP file exists.
5.3. Command Issuance Interval when ?F ?P Commands are Used
?F and ?P response times are longer in HD-V9000 as compared to DVD-V8000.
As a result, when commands are sent at the same interval as that for DVD-V8000, there may be cases
where player function response is drastically reduced due to overloaded internal processing.
Therefore, when you use a status command, develop a program so that the next command is issued
after the response status comes in from the V9000, or so that the command-send intervals are set
sufficiently long.
Command Response Time DVD-V8000 HD-V9000
?F "?F"⇒"*******<CR>" response time (Normal) 10msec
(Max) 16msec
(Normal) 20msec
(Max) 600msec
?P "?P"⇒"P**<CR>" response time (Normal) 10msec
(Max) 16msec
(Normal) 20msec
(Max) 600msec
V 9000 (ver2.00)
P layer（R xD ）C om m ander（TxD ）
P L<C R >
R <C R >
R eady for P layback
(D epending on the C ontents)
?P <C R >
P 02<C R >
P
layback Start
?P <C R >
P 04<C R >
P 01P 02P 04
V 8000
Player（R xD ）C om m ander（TxD ）
P L<C R >
R <C R >
R eady for P layback
P
layback S tart
P 01P 02P 04

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5.4. Setting Details for 15-pin D-sub Connector Pin 15 STOP_ST Status
You can use the output STOP_ST (tally signal) of Pin 15 on
the 15-pin D-sub connector to detect that video playing has
stopped, instead of using 232C Command "?P" Player Active
Mode Request or "?F" Frame Number Request.
When you use this method, you may be able to detect the
transition of Play Mode (Example: Play → Still) faster than by
using ?P or?F.
There are 2 types of STOP_ST: one is the Play status detection mode that detects the Play status and
the other is the Stop status detection mode that detects the Stop status (including Still). You can switch
between the 2 modes using the RS-232C Command. The Play status is set as the factory default mode.
Arg Detection Mode Function
Stopped status (P01) => "L" is output.0 Stop status detection mode
All other statuses => "H" is output.
Play status (P04) => "L" is output.1
(Default)
Play status detection mode
All other statuses => "H" is output.
The Play status is set up as the factory default mode. The system maintains the setup values even after
the power is turned off.
The following shows the relationship between the player function mode, "?P" Command status, and
output values for this detection mode.
HD-V9000
Ver. 2.00
Status ?P Command DVD-V8000 Ver. 1.04 "1SS"(Play) "0SS" (Stop)
Standby P01 H H H H
Stop
(No Disc) P01 L
Stop (Disc) P01 L L H L
Play P04 H H L H
Pause P06 H H H H
Still P05 H H H H
Search P07 H Unspecified Unspecified Unspecified
Notes
This function is included in V9000 firmware Ver. 2.00 or later. Only the Stop status detection
mode is available in versions older than Ver. 2.00.
This terminal is an open collector output. It can use a maximum up to a 12 V (50mA) external
pull-up resistor.

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6. Synchronized Playback Precautions
This chapter summarizes the information required and the precautions to be observed in designing
synchronized playback systems using multiple HD-V9000 units. Be sure to also read the instruction
manual and the communications interface manual.
6.1. Basic Precautions for Synchronized Playback
For perfect frame synchronization, be sure to heed the following conditions.
Set the following to the same frequencies.
• Video frequency of the playback video file
• Frequency of input external synchronized signals
• Scalar setting of HD-V9000 output video *
• NTSC/PAL switch
* Be sure to set the same aspect ratio for all playback video files. Select 1920 × 1080i for 1440 ×
1080i.
Use the same type of monitor.
TV monitors, projectors and other video display devices are often affected by input lag, the time
between the input of a video signal into a display and the time it is shown by the display. Since input
lag varies with monitor model, it is essential that the same monitor models be used.
Control line
Use RS-232C to control synchronized start.
Note that Extend Terminal or Network will not enable synchronized playback control.
Multiplexer (MPLX)
Use a multiplexer that can send RS-232C broadcast commands.
When perfect frame synchronization is required, use a multiplexer that allows you to send
commands at a consistent preset time.
Sending a PL command (sending CR) avoiding unspecified areas
There is a duration when playback video frames cannot be synchronized (they are 1 frame out of sync)
to enable issuing simultaneous PL commands after completing a search during synchronized playback.
To avoid this so called unspecified area, issue the PL command outside the following unspecified
areas.
1080i, 480i and 576i unspecified areas: Duration of the 2nd field
720P unspecified area: 5 msec from start of frame
Note: The unspecified area for DVD-V8000 lasts for 7 msec from the start of the second field.
Issuing a PL command to a DVD-V8000 during this interval will result in out of sync
playback.
Other details
• When video switchers or other devices are used between the HD-V9000 and the monitors, it is
essential that equipment selection and system configuration take frame synchronization into
account.
• HD-V9000 Video Out terminal is set to either NTSC or PAL. The external synchronizing function
cannot be used.

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6.2 Example Showing Configuration of a Basic Synchronized Playback System
Cotrol line
RS232C
Sync. Signal
HD, B.B
Video
HDMI、
Compornent
MPLX
Control PC
TV Monitor/Projector
SG
H D -V 9 00 0
H D -V 9 00 0
HD-V9000
Conditions for equipment selection
■Multiplexer (MPLX)
Use a multiplexer that can send broadcast commands.
When perfect frame synchronization is required, use a multiplexer that allows you to send
commands at a consistent preset time.
■TV monitors and projectors
For perfect frame synchronization use the same TV monitor and projector models.
■Signal generator (SG)
The HD-V9000 can handle bi-level BB sync in addition to HD tri-level sync signals.
The table below lists playback formats and supported sync signals.
Playback format Lockable external sync signals
720×480/59.94i 720×480/59.94i Recommended
720×480/59.94i *
1280×720/59.94p 1280×720/59.94p Recommended
720×480/59.94i *
1440×1080/59.94i 1920×1080/59.94i *
720×480/59.94i
1920×1080/59.94i 1920×1080/59.94i Recommended
720×576/50i 720×576/50i Recommended
720×576/50i *
1280×720/50p 1280×720/50p Recommended
720×576/50i *
1440×1080/50i 1920×1080/50i *
720×576/50i
1920×1080/50i 1920×1080/50i Recommended
* indicates support for player firmware Ver. 2.00

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6.3 External sync signal input specifications
Supported sync signals Bi-level (Black Burst)
Tri-level (HD tri-level sync signals)
720×576/50i Conforms to ITU-R BT.470
(black)
720×480/59.94i Conforms to SMPTE 170M
(black)
1280×720/50p Conforms to SMPTE 296M
(black)
1280×720/59.94p Conforms to SMPTE 296M
(black)
1920×1080/50i Conforms to SMPTE 274M
(black)
Supported formats
1920×1080/59.94i Conforms to SMPTE 274M
(black)
720×576/50i 0.450 Vp-p +/-6 dB or less
(Negative Sync: 0.300Vp-p,
Burst: 0.300Vp-p)
75ΩLoadSD
Format
720×480/59.9
4i
0.429 Vp-p +/-6 dB or less
(Negative Sync: 0.286Vp-p,
Burst: 0.286Vp-p)
75ΩLoad
Input
level
HD Format 0.600 Vp-p +/-6 dB or less
(Negative Sync: 0.300Vp-p,
Positive Sync: 0.300Vp-p)
75ΩLoad
720×576/50i Line frequency 15.625 kHz +/-10 ppm or
less
720×480/59.94i Line frequency 15.734kHz +/-10 ppm or
less
1280×720/50p Line frequency 37.500kHz +/-10 ppm or
less
1280×720/59.94p Line frequency 44.955kHz +/-10 ppm or
less
1920×1080/50i Line frequency 28.125kHz +/-10 ppm or
less
Pull-in
range
1920×1080/59.94i Line frequency 33.716kHz +/-10 ppm or
less
Notes:
• For stable system operation, be sure to set the 75 Ωtermination switch to On on the product before
input of external sync signals. (To prevent excessive signal input)
• To prevent malfunction, turn on an external sync signal generator before turning on the HD-V9000.
• Restart the HD-V9000 when any settings have been modified.
■Known compatible sync generators
Note: The following is information on sync generators that have been confirmed to work with the
HD-V9000.
However, the listed devices are not guaranteed to operate under all operating conditions or
environments.
ASTRODESIGN SG-7810A Sync Generator HD Tri-level and BB sync
AJA GEN10 HD Tri-level and BB sync
IMAGENICS SG-701 BB sync

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6.4 Example of Commands for Sync Generation
The following provides examples of commands used for controlling synchronized playback.
1. “FI” command for selecting files
Not required when there is only one video file in a video folder on an SD card
Not required for repeat play of the same file
2. “SE” command for finding playback start
3. Set “SM” stop marker Set 1 to 3 markers for each player
4. When each player has been set up, send the PL command (including CR) to all players
(broadcast transmission)
5. Make sure that all players play up to the set stop markers and then enter STILL mode.
Notes:
・Confirm that a response to a previously sent command has been received before sending the
next command.
・Use a controller or multiplexer that enables broadcast transmission of the “PL” command.
* The above command examples do not describe multiplexer control commands.
・For perfect synchronization (with no frames out of sync), select devices and design a system
where the “PL” command is not issued in an unspecified area.
If a “PL” command is issued in an unspecified area, broadcast transmission may result in out of
sync playback.
・Commands for starting synchronized playback should be as short as possible.
Send PL first before broadcast transmission of <CR>.
・To accurately set start of synchronized playback, make settings when the players are not under
a heavy operating load (not during GUI or OSD display or LAN communications).
6.5 When to Issue Synchronized Playback Commands
The following compares the timing of synchronized playback commands and response time for the
HD-V9000 and the DVD-V8000.
Timing of synchronized playback control DVD-V8000 HD-V9000 Ver. 2.0）
Search time Time from “SE” “R” Approx. 1.2 sec Approx. 3 to 3.5 sec
PL send wait Wait time from
completion of Search and
until sending PL
300 msec In firmware Ver. 2.00, no wait time is
necessary (0 msec), in earlier
firmware a wait time of 1500 msec is
required
Location of
video start
Location of video start
after sending “PL”
command
2nd field after 4 fields After 1000 ms + 3 frames or after 1.1
sec
The time when synchronization is off
is approx. .0.1 sec
Unspecified
area for
synchronized
playback
Area when time from
sending PL <CR> and until
video is output is
unspecified
A period of 7 msec from
start of the 2nd field
480i/576i/1080i: During the 2nd field
720P: 5 msec after frame start
* The same table appears also on page 9.

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Timing Chart when Starting Synchronized Play
The differences in command response times based on the external synchronization ON/OFF settings are
shown below.
Firmware version Version 1.04 Version 2.00
External synchronization
setting OFF ON OFF ON
Time until Search time
(within file) “SE” -> “R”
Approx. 1.2
to 2.0 sec
Approx. 1.2 to 2.0 sec Approx. 1.0 to
1.5 sec
Approx. 3 to 3.5 sec
Wait during issuing of “PL”
command after search is
completed (after “R” is
returned for “SE”)
Not needed 1500 ms
Wait time for preventing frame
shift due to multi-screen or
other causes
Not needed Not needed
Wait time for preventing
frame shift is not needed.
Video start position after
“PL” command
After
approx. 0.1
sec
After approx. 1.1 sec
(1000 ms + 3rd frame)
*A wait of 1000 ms is applied
for preventing frame shift.
After approx.
0.1 sec
After approx. 1.1 sec
(1000 ms + 3rd frame)
*A wait of 1000 ms is
applied for preventing
frame shift.
When version 2.00 synchronization is set, the time from when the search command is received until “R” is
returned becomes longer, but no waiting time is needed for issuing the “PL” command for the “R” reply.
Player
(
RxD
)
Commander (TxD)
Ready for Search
Playback !
R<CR>
FRxxxxSE<CR>
PL<CR>
R<CR>
FI<CR>
xxxxxx.mpg<CR>
R<CR>
R<CR>
P01
P02
P05
P04
WAIT 0msec
(Depending on the Contents)
1000m+3frame
status
Last “R<CR>” from
target player

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6.6 Unspecified Areas
When PL commands are issued simultaneously after completing a search during synchronized play,
the frames of the playback video may not be aligned (shifted by 1 frame) depending on the timing
of the command (CR send). (This is called an unspecified area.)
To prevent this from occurring, avoid issuing PL commands in the unspecified areas below.
Unspecified area for 480i, 576i, 1080i
After the PL command is received, the video is started at the 1000 msec + 3rd frame location.
The unspecified area is the period of the 2nd field. If the PL command end <CR> is received
within this unspecified area, the video start is unspecified.
Unspecified area for 1280*720p@50/59.94
After the PL command is received, the video is started at the 1000 msec + 3rd frame location.
As shown in the figure below, the 5-msec period after the frame is started is a specified area,
and the 11.6-msec period that follows is an unspecified area. If the PL command end <CR> is
received within this unspecified area, the video start is unspecified.
232C PLAY
command
ExtSync
Field condition
Unspecified are
Playback start
1 st field
2 nd field
1000msec+3 Frame
1 Fra
me (16.6 msec)
232C
PLAY command
Ext Sync
Field Condition
Unspecified Area
11.6msec
Playback start
Specified Area
5.0msec
1000msec+3 Frame