NTSC/PAL systems compatible
The unitis compatiblewithNTSC and PAL systems.
When inputtingthesignalsto the DV IN/OUT
connector or playingback a tape, the color system of
signals is detected automatically. The color system
select switch on theunitallows inputofanalog video
signals in either color system. This compatibility
allows you to record (download) or play back (upload)
both NTSC and PAL formatted signals with your
VCR, computer, or other equipment.
However, the unitcannot convert the color system of
the signals.
Choice oftwo cassette sizes
The unitcan use both standard-size and mini-size
DVCAM or DV cassettes.
•According to cassette size, the position of the reel
drive plate changes automatically.
•The maximumrecording/playback times are 184
minutesforstandard size cassettes and 40minutes for
mini-size cassettes (DVCAM format).
Remote control
The unitcan be operated by remote control from a
CONTROL-S system remote control unit, the DSRM-
20 (not supplied).
High-speedsearch function
When you use an editing controller orthe optional
remote control unit(DSRM-20), the unithas a picture
search functionthat allows you to viewcolor picture at
playback speeds upto 14 times (NTSC) or upto 17
times (PAL) normal speed in forward and reverse
directions. You can also search frame-by-frame in jog
mode.
You can also hear playback audio.
Jog audiofunction
Ifyou use the optional remote control unitDSRM-20,
audio can be monitored at various playback speeds
when in jog mode.
OtherFeatures
Compact and can beinstalledvertically
The unitis compact and can be installed vertically.
With non-linear editing system, you can save space by
installing itverticallybeside yourcomputer.
Menusystem for functionality and
operation settings
The unitprovides a menu system to make its various
functions easier to use and setup.
Superimposition function
Time code, operation mode indications, menus,error
messages, and other text data can be superimposed and
output in analog video signals.
Easy maintenance functions
•Self-diagnostics/alarm functions: The system
automatically detects an invalidoperation, an invalid
connection or a malfunction,and outputsa
description, a cause and a recovery method asa
message superimposed on analog video signals.
•Digital hoursmeter: A digital hours meter counts
fourtypes oftime data—operating time, drum
rotation time, tape runningtime, and tape threading/
unthreading.The digital hours data is displayed in the
menu.
Digitalslow playback
The unithas a frame memory functionthat allows
smooth, slow playback. This is available only at +'/3-
time speedand -'/3-time speed.
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