Sony SRW-5000 User manual

HD DIGITAL VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDER
SRW-5000
SRW-5500
FORMAT CONVERTER BOARD
HKSR-5001
DIGITAL BETACAM PROCESSOR BOARD
HKSR-5002
RGB PROCESSOR BOARD
HKSR-5003
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition (Revised 13)
The supplied CD-ROM includes operation manuals for the SRW-5000/
SRW-5500 HD Digital Videocassette Recorders (English, Japanese,
French and German versions).
For more details, see “1-3 Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 16.

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• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet
appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Afin d’écarter tour risque d’électrocution,
garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier
l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel
qualifié.
CET APPAREIL DOIT ÊTRE RELIÉ À LA
TERRE.
Um Feuergefahr und die Gefahr eines
elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, darf
das Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit
ausgesetzt werden.
Um einen elektrishen Schlag zu
vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht
geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie
Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem
Fachpersonal.
DIESES GERÄT MUSS GEERDET
WERDEN.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
WARNUNG

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WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE
FOR USA ONLY.
If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power
cord specified below.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER
CORD.
Plug Cap Parallel Blade with ground pin
(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)
Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG
wires
Length Minimum 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in), less
than 2.5 m (8 ft 3 in)
Rating Minimum 10 A, 125 V
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V
may require the use of a different line cord
or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the
risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE
FOR OTHER COUNTRIES.
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead)/
Appliance Connector/Plug with earthing-contacts that
conforms to the safety regulations of each country if
applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead)/Appliance
Connector/Plug conforming to the proper ratings
(Voltage, Ampere).
If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord/
Appliance Connector/Plug, please consult a qualified
service personnel.
AVERTISSEMENT
1. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3
fils)/fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des contacts de mise
à la terre conformes à la réglementation de sécurité
locale applicable.
2. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3
fils)/fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des caractéristiques
nominales (tension, ampérage) appropriées.
Pour toute question sur l’utilisation du cordon
d’alimentation/fiche femelle/fiche mâle ci-dessus,
consultez un technicien du service après-vente qualifié.
WARNUNG
1. Verwenden Sie ein geprüftes Netzkabel (3-adriges
Stromkabel)/einen geprüften Geräteanschluss/einen
geprüften Stecker mit Schutzkontakten entsprechend
den Sicherheitsvorschriften, die im betreffenden Land
gelten.
2. Verwenden Sie ein Netzkabel (3-adriges Stromkabel)/
einen Geräteanschluss/einen Stecker mit den
geeigneten Anschlusswerten (Volt, Ampere).
Wenn Sie Fragen zur Verwendung von Netzkabel/
Geräteanschluss/Stecker haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an
qualifiziertes Kundendienstpersonal.
CAUTION
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
ATTENTION
Eviter d'exposer l’appareil à un égouttement ou à des
éclaboussures. Ne placer aucun objet rempli de liquide,
comme un vase, sur l’appareil.
VORSICHT
Das Gerät ist nicht tropf- und spritzwassergeschützt. Es
dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten Gegenstände,
z. B. Vasen, darauf abgestellt werden.
CAUTION
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if
the unit itself has been turned off.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the
appliance.
Ce symbole est destiné à avertir l’utilisateur
de la présence d’une « tension
dangereuse » non isolée dans l’enveloppe
du produit, qui pourrait être suffisamment
importante pour représenter un risque
d’électrocution pour les personnes.
Ce symbole est destiné à avertir l’utilisateur
de la présence d’instructions d’utilisation et
de maintenance (entretien/réparation)
importantes dans la documentation
accompagnant l’appareil.

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ATTENTION
Cet appareil n’est pas déconnecté de la source
d’alimentation secteur tant qu’il est raccordé à la prise
murale, même si l’appareil lui-même a été mis hors
tension.
VORSICHT
Solange das Netzkabel an eine Netzsteckdose
angeschlossen ist, bleibt das Gerät auch im
ausgeschalteten Zustand mit dem Strommetz verbunden.
For the customers in the U.S.A. (for SRW-5000/
5500)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be
shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital
device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
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.
For the customers in Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Pour les clients au Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as
book case or built-in cabinet.
Ne pas installer l’appareil dans un endroit confiné, par
exemple une bibliothèque ou un placard encastré.
Das Gerät nicht an Orten aufstellen, z.B. in Bücherregalen
oder Einbauschränken, wo keine ausreichende Belüftung
gewährleistet ist.
For the customers in Europe
This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC
Directive issued by the Commission of the European
Community.
Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the
following European standards:
• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference(Emission)
• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility(Immunity)
This product is intended for use in the following
Electromagnetic Environment: E4 (controlled EMC
environment, ex. TV studio).
Pour les clients en Europe
Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la
Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC)
émise par la Commission de la Communauté européenne.
La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux
normes européennes suivantes:
• EN55103-1: Interférences électromagnétiques
(émission)
• EN55103-2: Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité)
Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans l’environnement
électromagnétique suivant: E4 (environnement EMC
contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision).
Für Kunden in Europa
Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt
die EMV-Richtlinie der EG-Kommission.
Angewandte Normen:
• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störaussendung)
• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störfestigkeit)
Für die folgende elektromagnetische Umgebung: E4
(kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).
For the customers in Europe
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-
7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC and product
safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in
separate service or guarantee documents.
This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.
For the customers in Europe, Australia and New
Zealand
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.
Pour les clients en Europe
Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon.
Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des
produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question
concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez consulter les

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adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de
garantie séparés.
Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans une zone résidentielle.
Pour les clients en Europe, Australie et Nouvelle-
Zélande
AVERTISSEMENT
Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement
domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences
radio, dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à prendre
des mesures appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa
Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und
Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei
jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf Kundendienst
oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die in den separaten
Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten
Anschriften.
Dieser Apparat darf nicht im Wohnbereich verwendet
werden.
Für Kunden in Europa, Australien und
Neuseeland
WARNUNG
Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung
nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im
Wohnbereich Funkstörungen verursachen; in diesem Fall
kann vom Betreiber verlangt werden, angemessene
Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.
WARNING
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones
can cause hearing loss.
In order to use this product safely, avoid prolonged
listening at excessive sound pressure levels.
AVERTISSEMENT
Une pression acoustique excessive en provenance des
écouteurs ou du casque peut provoquer une baisse de
l’acuité auditive.
Pour utiliser ce produit en toute sécurité, évitez l’écoute
prolongée à des pressions sonores excessives.
WARNUNG
Zu hoher Schalldruck von Ohrhörern und Kopfhörern
kann Gehörschäden verursachen.
Um dieses Produkt sicher zu verwenden, vermeiden Sie
längeres Hören bei sehr hohen Schalldruckpegeln.
For kundene i Norge
Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT-strømfordelingssystem.
Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt
Suomessa asuville asiakkaille
Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla
varustettuun pistorasiaan
För kunderna i Sverige
Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag
For the customers in the USA
Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling information,
please contact your local authorities or the Electronic
Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
For the customers in Taiwan only

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Features......................................................................... 11
1-1-1 Features of the SRW-5000/SRW-5500...........................11
1-1-2 Features of the Control Panel..........................................13
1-2 Optional Accessories ................................................... 15
1-3 Using the CD-ROM Manual .......................................... 16
1-3-1 Preparations.....................................................................16
1-3-2 Reading the CD-ROM Manual .......................................16
Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts
2-1 Control Panel................................................................. 17
2-1-1 Upper Control Panel .......................................................18
2-1-2 Lower Control Panel .......................................................19
2-1-3 System Set-Up Panel.......................................................25
2-2 Connector Panel ........................................................... 26
Chapter 3 Setting Up the VTR
3-1 Connecting External Equipment ................................. 31
3-1-1 Making HD Digital Connections ....................................31
3-1-2 Making NTSC/PAL Digital Connections .......................32
3-1-3 Cascade Connection........................................................33
3-2 Reference Signals......................................................... 34
3-2-1 Reference Signals for Output Video ............................... 34
3-2-2 Reference Signal Connections ........................................35
3-3 Handling Cassettes....................................................... 36
3-3-1 Recommended Cassettes.................................................36
3-3-2 Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes .....................................36
3-3-3 Preventing Accidental Erasure........................................37
3-4 Using a “Memory Stick”............................................... 37
3-4-1 Notes on “Memory Stick”...............................................38

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Table of Contets
Chapter 4 Menu Settings
4-1 Registering and Storing Menu Settings ......................40
4-1-1 Menu Configuration........................................................40
4-1-2 Changing Menu Settings.................................................40
4-1-3 Registering Items to the VTR SETUP Menu..................41
4-1-4 VTR Memory Bank Function .........................................42
4-1-5 “Memory Stick” Operations............................................44
4-1-6 Adding Titles to the Data ................................................49
4-1-7 Details on VTR Memory Bank and “Memory Stick”
Functions .........................................................................49
4-1-8 “Memory Stick” Data Compatibility ..............................50
4-1-9 Automatic Reading from a VTR Bank at Power On.......51
4-1-10 Saving and Recalling DEFAULT Settings on a Bank ..51
4-1-11 Saving and Recalling DEFAULT Settings in a “Memory
Stick”...............................................................................51
4-2 HOME Menu ...................................................................53
4-2-1 Selecting the Output Signals (PB/EE).............................54
4-2-2 Record Inhibit Mode (REC INH)....................................54
4-2-3 Selecting the Edit Mode and Edit Channel (ASSEMBLE,
INS TC, INS VIDEO, INS AUDIO and INS CUE)........54
4-2-4 Preread Settings (PRE READ)........................................55
4-2-5 Still-Picture Output (FREEZE).......................................55
4-2-6 Setting the Preroll Time (PREROLL TIME)..................55
4-2-7 Selecting DMC Playback (DMC) ...................................55
4-2-8 Setting the Stop Code (STOP CODE) ............................56
4-3 TC Menu .........................................................................59
4-3-1 Setting the Time Data (TIMER SEL/RESET/SET/HOLD)
.........................................................................................60
4-3-2 Setting the Time Code Reader (TCR SEL).....................63
4-3-3 Setting the Time Code Generator (TCG SOURCE/MODE)
.........................................................................................63
4-3-4 Selecting the Time Code Running Mode (RUN MODE)
.........................................................................................63
4-3-5 Selecting the Drop Frame Mode (DF/NDF) ...................64
4-3-6 Selecting the Content of the Second Time Code Display
Area (TC2 SEL) ..............................................................64
4-3-7 Selecting CTL Display Mode (TAPE TIMER) ..............64
4-3-8 Presetting Pulldown Time Code (PDPSET MENU)
(when HKSR-5001 is installed) ......................................64
4-3-9 Presetting for Conversion from Frame Time Code
(TCCONV MENU) .........................................................65
4-3-10 Displaying the Pulldown Time Code (PDTC DISP) (when
HKSR-5001 is installed) .................................................67

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4-3-11 Superimposition of Character Information (PD CHARA/
CHARA SUPER/H-POS/V-POS)...................................67
4-4 CUE Menu...................................................................... 71
4-4-1 Selecting a Multi-Cue Mode...........................................72
4-4-2 Saving and Storing the Tele-File Data............................72
4-4-3 Registering Cue Points....................................................75
4-4-4 Erasing Cue Point Data...................................................76
4-4-5 Prerolling to a Cue Point.................................................77
4-4-6 Changing a Cue Point Into an Edit Point ........................78
4-4-7 Tele-File Menu................................................................78
4-5 VIDEO Menu .................................................................. 93
4-5-1 Selecting the Reference Signal (SERVO REF) ..............94
4-5-2 Adjusting the Output Video Signal (MASTER to FINE)
.........................................................................................94
4-5-3 Selecting the FC LUT Function (FC LUT BANK) ........96
4-6 AUDIO Menu.................................................................. 99
4-6-1 Selecting the Audio Input Signal (AUDIO IN) ............100
4-6-2 Digital Audio Output Signal Source Track Selection
(DIGOUT EXCHNG) ...................................................100
4-6-3 Analog Audio Output Signal Source Track Selection
(ANAOUT EXCHNG)..................................................101
4-6-4 Digital Audio Output Signal Source Track Selection
(SDOUT EXCHNG) .....................................................101
4-6-5 Audio Transition Type Selection for Digital Audio Editing
(AUDIO EDIT) .............................................................102
4-6-6 Fade Processing Time Selection for Digital Audio Editing
(FADE TIME)...............................................................102
4-6-7 External Device Audio Edit Preset Command Replace
Mode Selection (EDIT PRESET REPLACE CHANNEL
SELECT).......................................................................103
4-6-8 External Device Digital Audio Edit Preset Command
Replace Mode Selection (AUDIO EDIT PRESET
REPLACE)....................................................................103
4-6-9 External Device Analog Audio Edit Preset Command
Replace Mode Selection (ANALOG AUDIO EDIT
REPLACE)....................................................................104
4-6-10 PITCH GROUP Selection (PITCH CORRECTION
GROUP SELECT) ........................................................104
4-7 SET UP Menu............................................................... 106
4-7-1 VTR SETUP Menu ....................................................... 107
4-7-2 PANEL SETUP Menu ..................................................109

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Table of Contets
Chapter 5 Recording/Playback
5-1 Preparing for Recording .............................................111
5-1-1 Setting Switches and Menus .........................................111
5-1-2 Selecting Audio Signals ................................................112
5-1-3 Adjusting the Recording Level .....................................113
5-1-4 Simultaneously Monitoring Playback of Video and Audio
Signals Being Recorded ................................................114
5-1-5 Audio Level Meter Display Modes...............................114
5-2 Recording.....................................................................115
5-3 Preparing for Playback ...............................................116
5-3-1 Setting Switches and Menus .........................................116
5-3-2 Adjusting the Audio Playback Level ............................116
5-3-3 Selecting the HD-SD Conversion Mode .......................117
5-4 Playback.......................................................................118
5-4-1 Normal-Speed Playback................................................118
5-4-2 Variable Speed Playback...............................................118
5-4-3 Capstan Override Playback ...........................................120
5-4-4 DMC Playback ..............................................................120
5-4-5 Playing Back Non-audio Data.......................................121
5-4-6 Performing Program Play..............................................122
Chapter 6 Editing
6-1 Basic Automatic Editing .............................................124
6-1-1 Overview of Automatic Editing ....................................124
6-1-2 Setting Switches and Menus .........................................125
6-1-3 Selecting the Edit Mode................................................126
6-1-4 Setting Edit Points.........................................................126
6-1-5 Editing Non-audio Data ................................................129
6-1-6 Confirming Edit Points .................................................129
6-1-7 Cuing Up and Prerolling ...............................................130
6-1-8 Previewing.....................................................................130
6-1-9 Modifying Edit Points...................................................131
6-1-10 Performing Automatic Editing....................................133
6-2 Advanced Automatic Editing......................................135
6-2-1 DMC Editing.................................................................135
6-2-2 Animation Editing.........................................................136
6-2-3 Preread Editing..............................................................136
6-3 Manual Editing.............................................................138

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Appendix
Maintenance ...................................................................... 139
Head Cleaning ........................................................................139
Moisture Condensation...........................................................139
Specifications.................................................................... 140
Error Messages/Warning Messages/Condition
Messages .................................................................... 143
Error Messages .......................................................................143
Warning Messages..................................................................144
Condition Messages................................................................147
Error Log Menu ......................................................................147
Glossary............................................................................. 149
Menu List ........................................................................... 151
Items Relating to VTR Operations (Nos. 001 to ...)...............151
Items Relating to Operation Panels (Nos. 101 to ...)..............155
Items Relating to Remote Interface (Nos. 201 to ...)..............158
Items Relating to Editing (Nos. 301 to ...)..............................159
Items Relating to Prerolling (Nos. 401 to ...) .........................163
Items Relating to Recording Protection (Nos. 501 to ...) .......164
Items Relating to the Time Code (Nos. 601 to ...)..................165
Items Relating to the Video Control (Nos. 706 to ...).............170
Items Relating to the Audio Control (Nos. 807 to ...) ............174
Items Relating to Digital Processing (Nos. 902 to ...)............184
Items Relating to the Pulldown Control (Nos. A01 to ...) ......188
Other Items (Nos. T01 to ...)...................................................190
LUT File Formats Applicable to This Board ................... 195
MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License......................... 197
Index................................................................................... 198

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1-1 Features
Chapter
Chapter 1 Overview
1
Overview
1-1 Features
1-1-1 Features of the SRW-5000/
SRW-5500
The SRW-5000/SRW-5500 is a high-definition digital
videocassette recorder using the HDCAM-SR format. It is
a small and light unit incorporating LSIs for signal
processing and is comparable to the HDCAM1) model
HDW-F500 in size, weight and functionality.
The SRW-5500 only is a recorder supporting both the
HDCAM-SR and HDCAM formats.
1) HDCAM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
HDCAM-SR format
The HDCAM-SR format exploits technological advances
in signal processing and magnetic recording, to provide
functionality comparable to that of the HDCAM format,
while offering HD digital recording and playback with
high image and sound quality.
The technology incorporated in this unit includes the
following.
• Highly efficient and mild data compression using newly
developed MPEG-4 Studio Profile
• Powerful error-correcting codes
• High-performance, high-accuracy heads and drum with
dynamic tracking (DT ™), together with a new auto-
tracking technique, yielding highly reliable narrow track
recording and playback.
These technologies allow 120 minutes of recording on an
HDCAM-SR cassette (L type), the same size as the
HDCAM cassette.
Digital signal processing
In this unit, 4:2:2 component video signals obtained by
quantization according to ITU-R709, SMPTE 274M and
BTA S-002B (SMPTE 260M) are compressed using
MPEG-4 Studio Profile. Audio signals are processed
uncompressed, according to the AES/EBU format.
Input interface
The input interface is based on the HD SDI (HD Serial
Digital Interface) format specified by BTA S-004B/005B/
006B (SMPTE 291M/292M/299M) and ARIB STD-B4,
allowing a single BNC coaxial cable to carry one
component video signal, twelve digital audio channels,
and time code in time division multiplex; this is separated
for conversion to parallel data.
Audio recording can be switched between the digital audio
signal multiplexed with the HD SDI signal and the audio
signal from an AES/EBU digital interface.
Bit rate reduction encoder
The component video signal undergoes frame shuffling. It
is then compressed by a process in which it is subjected to
DCT (discrete cosine transform) or DPCM (differential
pulse code modulation), quantization control, and variable
length word encoding. This is the core of the newly
developed MPEG-4 Studio Profile. Interlaced signals are
compressed in fields and progressive signals are
compressed in frames.
ECC encoder
The outer ECC (Error Correction Code) is added to the
compressed video and audio data, followed by the inner
ECC, ID data, and sync data. Reed-Solomon codes are
employed in this error correction system.
Channel coding
Video and audio data with the ECC added is recorded in
the form of serial data. The HDCAM-SR format adopts a
scrambled i-NRZ channel coding system, giving
consideration to off-track and noise characteristics.
Playback signal processing
The playback digital signal is equalized by an equalizer
circuit. It then passes powerful inner and outer ECCs
which can correct dropouts in the reproduced signal. It
further goes through an error concealment circuit to have
errors still remaining in the signal rectified.
Output interface
Component video data is converted into serial data and
multiplexed with audio data and time code, then output in
the HD SDI format.

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Chapter 1 Overview
With an HD-SD converter board installed, the unit can
output both D1 SDI and analog composite signals.
Besides audio data is output as digital data multiplexed
with the HD SDI signal, it is also output via an AES/EBU
digital interface. Analog data converted from digital data is
also provided.
HDCAM format
The HDCAM format uses tape with the same 12.65 mm
width as the Betacam series to enable recording of up to
two hours of high-quality HD video. Video signal
compression uses prefilter and coefficient recording
technology.
Advanced recording and playback
functions
High-quality digital recording
This unit uses a component system to record video signals.
An AES/EBU format with a wide dynamic range is used
for 12-channel audio recording. A unique and powerful
error correction circuit and concealment circuit are used in
digital signal processing.
Accurate and stable video signal output is made possible
by setting and adjusting the internal digital video
processor.
Record/playback modes
HDCAM-SR format (SRW-5000/5500) or HDCAM
format (SRW-5500)
As the record/playback mode, you can select from the
following nine modes.
1080×1920: 59.94i/60i/50i/23.98PsF/24PsF/25PsF/
29.97PsF/30PsF
720×1280: 59.94P/50P (HDCAM-SR format only)
Playback compatibility
You can select the following compatibility playback
functions.
• HDCAM (SRW-5000)
1080×1920: 59.94i/60i/50i/23.98PsF/24PsF/25PsF/
29.97PsF/30PsF
• Digital Betacam
525/59.94i, 625/50i
However, Digital Betacam playback requires the
HKSR-5002 (option).
Internal format conversion function
By installing an optional HKSR-5001, when the operation
mode of this unit is 23.98PsF or 24PsF, a 59.94i or 60i
mode HD SDI output (audio/VITC multiplex) is made
available. Additionally, conversion in either direction
between 1080×1920 and 720×1280, and conversion from
4:2:2 signal to 4:4:4 signal is possible, and with the
additional installation of an HKSR-5003, conversion from
a 4:4:4 signal to a 4:2:2 signal.
Noiseless playback with DT heads
When using the HDCAM-SR or HDCAM format, the
dedicated playback DT heads allow you to perform
noiseless playback in the range from –1 to +2 times normal
speed, including still-picture playback. When using the
Digital Betacam format, the playback range is from –1 to
+3. However, Digital Betacam playback requires the
HKSR-5002 (option).
Video and audio confidence heads
Video and audio (channels 1 through 12, or 4 channels for
the HDCAM format (SRW-5500 only)) signals can be
recorded and simultaneously played back to check the
recording.
Internal time code generator and reader
The internal time code generator allows you to record time
code (LTC or user bits) together with video and audio
signals. Time codes (LTC or user bits) can be read during
playback using the time code reader.
Computer servo system
Computer-controlled servo motors provide direct drive for
the drum, capstan, and two reels, enabling quick and
accurate tape access.
Capstan override function
You can adjust the playback speed by ±15% to ensure
synchronization between, for example, two VTRs playing
back the same program.
Independent audio level control
It is possible to adjust the recording and playback levels
either independently on each channel or simultaneously on
all 12 channels (or 4 channels for HDCAM format (SRW-
5500 only)) while monitoring the peak values.
Tele-File1) memory label system
This unit incorporates the Tele-File memory label system
to allow users to read, write and update videocassette
management information, log data (IN/OUT points) and
cue point data on memory labels, providing greater
efficiency in cassette management and editing.
1) Tele-File
A contact-free system for writing, reading, and modifying video cassette-
related information on IC memory-bearing labels. Tele-File is a trademark
of Sony Corporation.
Program Play (P-PLAY) Function/Pitch
Correction Function
Program play is a function that allows play at ±5% of
normal speed. Pitch correction of the audio is possible at
the same time.
This function is available only for the combination of
SRW-5000/5500 (serial number: 12001 or higher2)) and
HKSR-5001 (serial number: 11001 or higher).
2) Excluding SRW-5000 serial numbers 90000 to 99999, and SRW-5500
serial numbers 30000 to 39999.

13
1-1 Features
Chapter 1 Overview
Features for ease of operation
Compact, lightweight, low power consumption
The VTR is small and light enough to be used in outside
broadcast vans or in EFP (Electronic Field Production)
assignments.
Remote control operation
The VTR has a serial RS-422A 9-pin connector to allow
control of the VTR by an external control unit.
The VTR also comes with 9-pin REMOTE 1-IN(9P) and
REMOTE 1-I/O(9P) connectors to support bridge
connection of multiple SRW-5000/5500 units or other
VTRs equipped with 9-pin remote connectors for
simultaneous operation. Furthermore, you can control the
VTR from an external control unit with a parallel (50-pin)
interface.
Digital hours meter
The meter can show the total elapsed time since the VTR
was turned on, total drum revolution time, total tape
running time and total number of threadings and
unthreadings.
Self-diagnosis
This function allows the VTR to perform self diagnostics
when a malfunction occurs. An error message is displayed
and a history of all errors that have occurred is recorded.
Easy-to-maintain plug-in boards
The VTR uses plug-in circuit boards to simplify servicing
and inspection.
Mountable in standard 19-inch rack
The unit can be mounted in an EIA-standard 19-inch rack.
For rack mounting, refer to the Installation Manual.
1-1-2 Features of the Control Panel
The control panel provides eight menu screens
corresponding to different operation modes to allow fast
and easy adjustment of necessary settings, as well as the
ability to store menu settings to a “Memory Stick” for later
recall.
Menu-driven operations for a variety of
purposes
Eight menus are displayed on the 130 ×95 mm
(5 1/8inches ×3 3/4inches) color display and are set using
the 10 function buttons.
You can register desired items to the menus other than the
SET UP menu.
Pressing the [F4] (PF ASSIGN) button in the SET UP
menu displays the menu items that can be registered.
HOME menu
Use this menu to make the basic settings for recording,
playback, and editing operations, and to select channels to
be edited during insert editing.
TC menu
Use this menu to make time code settings.
VIDEO menu
Use this menu to adjust the video signals. The VIDEO
menu screen shows the VTR operation mode, current
position time code, time code type, and so on.
AUDIO menu
Use this menu to adjust the audio signals. The AUDIO
menu screen shows the VTR operation mode, current
position time code, time code type, and so on.
CUE menu
Use this menu to set up to 100 cue points. In page mode,
10 cue points per page can be set on a total of 10 pages. In
the Tele-File menu, you can change the setting for the
memory label system Tele-File.
PF1/PF2 (Personal Function) menus
Use these menus to register up to 40 of the most frequently
used items from the other menus (up to 10 items each can
be registered to PF1, ALT/PF1, PF2 and ALT/PF2).
SET UP menu
This menu enables the following settings.
• The VTR BANK menu allows up to eight pages of menu
settings to be saved.
• Use the MEMORY CARD menu to store current settings
of the VTR and up to eight pages of the contents of the
VTR memory bank to a “Memory Stick”.
• Use the scrollable PF ASSIGN menu to display the items
that can be registered, and to select and register the most
frequently used menu items.
• Use the scrollable VTR SETUP menu to display the
items necessary for making initial settings, and to
directly change settings without registering them with
the function buttons for each menu.
• Use the PANEL SETUP menu to set control panel
operations, such as the keyboard sound output.
MAINTENANCE menu
Use this menu to access the maintenance functions.
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual Volume 1.
A full complement of storage/recall
functions
These functions allow you to use titles to store and recall
menu settings in either the VTR’s internal memory banks
or “Memory Sticks”.

14 1-1 Features
Chapter 1 Overview
VTR memory banks
These memory banks allow you to store up to eight pages
of VTR settings in addition to the current VTR settings.
Factory settings are also stored here, allowing the VTR to
be reset to these values at any time.
“Memory sticks”
Each “Memory Stick” can hold the current VTR settings as
well as up to eight pages of settings. A single “Memory
Stick” thus allows you to store and recall the entire
contents of the VTR memory banks.
Title function
This function allows you to add titles when storing data to
the VTR memory bank or “Memory Stick”, thus
facilitating data retrieval and management.
Write protect function
Setting pages stored in VTR memory banks or “Memory
Sticks” can be write protected on an individual basis.
A full range of editing functions
Two SRW-5000/5500 units can be connected allowing
automatic or manual assemble and insert editing. The VTR
also features a full range of editing functions, including
preview, review, preroll, and the setting or changing of edit
points.
Quick access to edit points
The following methods are provided for the setting of edit
points:
• Multi-cuing for up to 100 edit points
• Search dial with shuttle and jog functions
• Direct input through numeric buttons
DMC (Dynamic Motion Control) editing
Using the DT®(Dynamic Tracking) heads, you can play
back a section of an edit at speeds between –1 and +2 times
normal speed and store the speed variation in memory for
later use in automatic editing.
Split editing
In insert mode, audio and video edit points can be set
separately.
Preread editing
Video and audio signals that have been pre-read can be
externally processed and simultaneously re-recorded.
A variety of audio editing modes
You can select cut-in editing, cross-fade editing, and fade
in/out editing for the audio signals.
Display of duration between edit points
The duration between any two of IN, OUT, AUDIO IN, or
AUDIO OUT points can be displayed by simultaneously
pressing two buttons corresponding to those edit points.
Digital time counter
The time counter display shows CTL and time codes
(LTC/VITC1)), or user bits data for precise setting of edit
points.
1) LTC (Longitudinal Time Code):
Time code recorded on a longitudinal track
VITC (Vertical Interval Time Code):
Time code recorded on a video track during the vertical blanking interval

15
1-2 Optional Accessories
Chapter 1 Overview
1-2 Optional Accessories
The following accessories can be used with this unit.
HKSR-5001 Format Converter Board
This allows format conversion described below:
• 2-3 pulldown (23.98PsF to 59.94i, 24PsF to 60i)
• Conversion between 1080 and 720P
• 4:2:2 between 4:4:4
(Conversion of 4:4:4 to 4:2:2 is possible only when the
HKSR-5003 is additionally installed.)
HKSR-5002 Digital Betacam Processor Board
This allows you to play back Digital Betacam tapes and
output SD and HD signals.
When the system is operated in 4:4:4 mode, up conversion
of the output to HD signals are possible as follows,
depending on the system setting.
1080: Up conversion to 1080.
720: Up conversion to 720P.
When the system is operated in 4:4:4 mode, no up-
converted HD output can be obtained.
HKSR-5003 RGB Processor Board
This allows you to accept dual link HD SDI input, and
record and play back RGB (4:4:4).
Units with serial numbers 15001 or higher1) are standard-
equipped to support RGB (4:4:4) recording and playback,
and therefore do not require an HKSR-5003.
1) Excluding SRW-5000 serial numbers 90000 to 99999, and SRW-5500
serial numbers 30000 to 39999.
HKDV-900 HD Digital Video Controller
This allows you to remotely control the parameters for
video signals and image enhancement.
References
In addition to this Operation Manual, the following
manuals are available:
Maintenance Manual Volume 1 (optional)
Provides detailed information necessary to maintain the
VTR.
Maintenance Manual Volume 2 (optional)
Provides information on spare parts.
Maintenance Manual Volume 3 (optional)
Contains circuit diagrams.
Maintenance Manual Volume 4 (optional)
Contains circuit diagrams and block diagrams.
Installation Manual (supplied)
Provides necessary information to install and operate the
VTR.
For information about changing the video system, refer to
“1-11. System Setting” in the Installation Manual.
9-pin Protocol Manual (optional)
Provides information on the 9-pin protocol.

16 1-3 Using the CD-ROM Manual
Chapter 1 Overview
1-3 Using the CD-ROM
Manual
The supplied CD-ROM includes operation manuals for
this unit (English, Japanese, French and German versions).
1-3-1 Preparations
The following program must be installed on your computer
in order to read the operations manuals contained on the
CD-ROM.
• Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher
If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from
the following URL:
http://www.adobe.com/
Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in
the United States and/or other countries.
1-3-2 Reading the CD-ROM Manual
To read the operation manuals contained on the CD-ROM,
do the following.
1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.
A cover page appears automatically in your browser.
If it does not appear automatically in the browser,
double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM.
2 Select and click on the operations manuals that you
want to read.
This opens the PDF file of the operation manuals.
The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the
version of Acrobat Reader. In such a case, install the latest
version you can download from the URL mentioned in 1-
3-1 “Preparations” above.
Note
If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can
purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your Sony
service representative.

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2-1 Control Panel
Chapter
Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts
2
Locations and Functions
of Parts
2-1 Control Panel
The control panel consists of the following sections:
• Upper control panel
• Lower control panel
• System set-up panel
For details of how to open the control panel, for example
for system setup, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
Upper control panel 4Display section (see page 22)
5Search control
section (see
page 24)
3Tape transport control section (see page 22)
2Editing control section (see page 21)1Menu control section (see page 19)
System set-up panel: Access by opening the lower control panel (see page 25)
Lower control panel
• SRW-5000 serial numbers 12523 or
lower and 90000 to 99999
• SRW-5500 serial numbers 14577 or
lower and 30000 to 39999
• SRW-5000 serial numbers
12524 to 15000
• SRW-5500 serial numbers
14578 to 15000
• Serial numbers 15001 or higher1)
1) Excluding SRW-5000 serial numbers
90000 to 99999, and SRW-5500
serial numbers 30000 to 39999.

18 2-1 Control Panel
Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts
2-1-1 Upper Control Panel
aPOWER switch
Pressing on the ‘(’ side of this switch powers the unit and
lights up the information display (see page 22) and color
display (see page 19). To turn the unit off, press on the ‘a’
side of the switch.
bERROR indicator
This lights when a serious problem occurs, such as an
operational malfunction or system internal error.
You can check the details on the lower control panel.
For details, see “Error Messages/Warning Messages/
Condition Messages” on page 143.
cWARNING indicator
This flashes when there is a fault in the unit. You can check
the details on the lower control panel.
For details, see “Error Messages/Warning Messages/
Condition Messages” on page 143.
dEJECT button
Pressing this button automatically ejects the cassette after
several seconds.
eFormat indicators (Digital BETACAM/HDCAM/
HDCAM SR)
These show the format of the cassette loaded into the unit.
fREMOTE buttons
Press one of the following buttons, to select how the VTR
is controlled.
ETHERNET: This button lights when pressed, enabling
access from the network connected to the
ETHERNET connector on this unit.
1(9P): This button lights when pressed, enabling this unit
to be controlled from a device connected to the
REMOTE 1-IN(9P) connector or REMOTE 1-I/
O(9P) connector.
2(50P): This button lights when pressed, enabling this unit
to be controlled from a device connected to the
REMOTE 2 PARALLEL I/O(50P) connector.
When the VTR is being controlled by the external
equipment connected to the REMOTE 1-IN(9P) or
REMOTE 2 PARALLEL I/O(50P) connector, all tape
transport buttons and edit operation buttons are disabled,
except the STOP and EJECT buttons. You may also
specify the disabling or enabling of all buttons by setting
the VTR SETUP menu item 008 “LOCAL FUNCTION
ENABLE”.
gCHANNEL CONDITION indicators
These show the status of the playback signal.
Blue: The playback signal status is satisfactory.
Yellow: The playback signal is somewhat degraded, but
playback is possible.
However, if this indicator remains lit continuously,
head cleaning is required.
Red: The playback signal has deteriorated.
If this indicator remains lit continuously, head
cleaning or internal inspection is required.
SRW-5000
HD DIGITALVIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
EJECT
POWER
REMOTE
CHANNEL
CONDITION
PHONES
ERROR WARNING
ETHERNET 1(9P) 2(50P)
1POWER switch
2ERROR indicator
3WARNING indicator
4EJECT button
5Format indicators
6REMOTE buttons
7CHANNEL CONDITION indicators
8PHONES level control
9PHONES jack
Cassette compartment
Note

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2-1 Control Panel
Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts
hPHONES level control
Adjusts the output level to the PHONES jack.
For details, see “5-1-2 Selecting Audio Signals” on
page 112.
iPHONES jack
Connect stereo headphones with 8 Ωimpedance for audio
monitoring during recording, playback, and editing.
Adjust the headphone output level with the PHONES level
control.
2-1-2 Lower Control Panel
1Menu control section
aMONITOR R buttons
Select the audio signal output from the MONITOR
OUTPUT R connector. This assigns the desired channel to
the MONITOR OUTPUT R connector. If you assign more
than one channel to the same monitor output connector, a
mixed audio signal is output.
You can also make this setting using the VTR SETUP
menu item 808 “AUDIO MONITOR-R select”.
In the audio playback level adjustment mode, this is used
to select the channel to be adjusted.
bMONITOR L buttons
Select the audio signal output from the MONITOR
OUTPUT L connector. This assigns the desired channel to
the MONITOR OUTPUT L connector. If you assign more
than one channel to the same monitor output connector, a
mixed audio signal is output.
You can also make this setting using the VTR SETUP
menu item 807 “AUDIO MONITOR-L select”.
In the audio playback level adjustment mode, this is used
to select the channel to be adjusted.
cMULTI CONTROL knob
Used to set the audio recording/playback level and make
settings in the SET UP menu (see page 106).
dMenu selection buttons
These select the menu screen displayed on the display.
HOME button: Press this to go to the HOME menu
screen. The home menu provides settings for the basic
VTR operations and editing operations.
TC button: Press this to go to the TC (time code) menu
screen. In the time code menu, you can switch LTC/
MULTI
CONTROL
L
R
MONITOR
CH12CH11CH10CH9CH8CH7CH6CH5CH4CH3CH2CH1
DIAG
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5ALT F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
HOME
TC
VIDEO
AUDIO
CUE
PF1
PF2
SET UP
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH1
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH2
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH3
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH4
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH5
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH6
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH7
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH8
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH9
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH10
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH11
dB
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
LR
OVER
CH12
dB
EDIT PRESET VIDEO TC
1MONITOR R buttons
2MONITOR L buttons
3MULTI CONTROL knob
4Menu selection buttons
5Color display
6Function buttons
7ALT button
8DIAG button
9DISPLAY button
0FULL/FINE button
qa PB LEVEL button
qs REC LEVEL button

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Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts
VITC, switch DF/NDF, set the time code to be
displayed on an external monitor, and so on.
VIDEO button: Press this to go to the VIDEO menu
screen. Use it to make video related settings.
AUDIO button: Press this to go to the AUDIO menu
screen. Use it to make audio related settings.
CUE button: Press this to go to the CUE menu screen.
The cue menu provides 10 pages to set cue points.
You can set up to 10 cue points per page. You can also
make settings for the Tele-File memory label system.
PF1 button: Press this to go to the PF1 (personal function
1) menu screen. You can register frequently-used
items in the PF1 menu. The factory default setting is
blank.
PF2 button: Press this to go to the PF2 (personal function
2) menu screen. You can register frequently-used
items in the PF2 menu. The factory default setting is
blank.
SET UP button: Press this to go to the SET UP menu
screen. The setup menu provides functions to save
menu settings in VTR banks or save to a “Memory
Stick”, registration operations in the PF buttons, VTR
SETUP menu settings, and so on.
For details of menus, see Chapter 4 “Menu Settings” on
page 40.
eColor display
This comprises principally the audio level display and
menu display.
Audio Level display:
In recording mode or E-E mode1), this displays the audio
recording levels.
In playback mode or CONFI mode, this displays the
playback levels.
The display mode can be changed with the FULL/FINE
button. The factory default display is a reference level of
–20 dB, and peak level 0 dB.
Menu display:
This displays the menu screen selected by the menu
selection buttons.
Each menu screen shows the functions assigned to the
function buttons ([F1] to [F10]), and shows simultaneously
information required for time code display settings and so
on.
1) E-E mode
An abbreviation for Electric-to-Electric mode. In this mode, video or audio
input signals are passed and output only through the VTR’s internal
circuitry, and not through the magnetic conversion system comprising tape
and heads.
fFunction buttons
Activates the functions in each menu.
gALT (alternative) button
Press to change the items displayed on the current menu.
Press again to return to the original items.
hDIAG (diagnostic) button
Hold down the SFT button (see page 21) in the editing
control section and press this switch to switch to the DIAG
menu.
iDISPLAY button
This displays the down-converted output signal in the
whole color display.
• Depending on the system settings, it may not be possible
to output some signals.
• This function is for a quick check of the output signal,
and cannot be used as a monitor.
jFULL/FINE button
This selects the audio level meter display range.
FULL: The audio level meter display is from –60 dB to 0
dB, or –40 dB to +20 dB. Select which of these ranges
(peak level: 0 dB or +20 dB) is displayed in the VTR
SETUP menu item 814 “LEVEL METER SCALE”.
FINE: The audio level meter display range is expanded,
and displayed with a scale in steps of 0.25 dB. The
reference marker LED at the center of the level meter
display range lights. When the audio level exceeds the
maximum display range, the top line flashes. When
under the minimum display range, the bottom line
flashes.
kPB (playback) LEVEL button
Press this button to enter the playback audio level
adjustment mode. In this mode, you can use the
MONITOR R button to select the adjustment target
channels from channels 1 to 12. While watching the audio
level meter, turn the MULTI CONTROL knob for a
desired audio level.
Note on faulty pixels on the LCD panel
The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured with
high precision technology, giving a functioning pixel
ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a very small proportion of
pixels maybe “stuck”, either always off (black), always
on (red, green, or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a
long period of use, because of the physical characteristics
of the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may
appear spontaneously. These problems are not a
malfunction. Note that any such problems have no effect
on recorded data.
Notes