Sony HDWM2100/20 Operation Manual - Page 7

Downward converter function, DMC editing

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Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Features Basic operation buttons and jog/shuttle dial The basic buttons and jog/shuttle dial for VTR and editing operations are provided in the conventional VTR layout, ensuring continuity with conventional operating panels. Time data display This can be selected to display a CTL counter value, time code value, or time code user bits. It can also display edit points and edit durations. Menu-based control interface The time data/menu display shows not only various values and settings, but also the pages of a menu system for commonly used functions. You can use the function keys and MULTI CONTROL knob to easily change settings. Other operation settings, including interfacing with external devices, can be set from the control panel by the same type of setup menu system as on a conventional VTR. High quality variable speed playback and digital jog sound function In HDCAM format playback, the dedicated playback DT heads allow smooth, noiseless playback. During Betacam SX playback, noiseless playback is achieved through unique multihead playback technology. In slow motion operation, the digital jog sound function provides the same ease of operation as for a conventional analog VTR. DMC editing This allows automatic playback with a varying speed memorized beforehand for the desired segment. Downward converter function The unit has an HD-to-SD downward converter function, and can output standard definition SDI, analog component and analog composite signals even while playing back an HDCAM format tape. Upward converter function The unit features a standard definition to high definition (SD-to-HD) upward converter as standard equipment. This allows high-quality HD signals to be output even when playing back tapes recorded in formats other than HDCAM. Tele-File functions Tele-File enables data writing/reading between cassettes with memory labels and VTRs. It increases the efficiency of operations such as cuing up and playback, and source data management. Remote control function This unit can be controlled from an external remote controller or editor through an interface complying with RS-422A (serial 9-pin). Since two remote control connectors are provided, you can also control a number of VTRs simultaneously. Additionally, a parallel (50-pin) interface is also fitted as standard, supporting easy external control through the parallel interface. Rack mounting Using the optional RMM-131 Rack Mount Adaptor, you can mount the unit in a standard EIA 19-inch rack. For details of rack mounting, refer to the Installation Manual. 1-2 Chapter 1 Overview

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Chapter 1
Overview
1-2
Chapter 1
Overview
1-1 Features
Basic operation buttons and jog/shuttle
dial
The basic buttons and jog/shuttle dial for VTR and
editing operations are provided in the conventional
VTR layout, ensuring continuity with conventional
operating panels.
Time data display
This can be selected to display a CTL counter value,
time code value, or time code user bits. It can also
display edit points and edit durations.
Menu-based control interface
The time data/menu display shows not only various
values and settings, but also the pages of a menu
system for commonly used functions. You can use the
function keys and MULTI CONTROL knob to easily
change settings.
Other operation settings, including interfacing with
external devices, can be set from the control panel by
the same type of setup menu system as on a
conventional VTR.
High quality variable speed playback and
digital jog sound function
In HDCAM format playback, the dedicated playback
DT heads allow smooth, noiseless playback. During
Betacam SX playback, noiseless playback is achieved
through unique multihead playback technology.
In slow motion operation, the digital jog sound
function provides the same ease of operation as for a
conventional analog VTR.
DMC editing
This allows automatic playback with a varying speed
memorized beforehand for the desired segment.
Downward converter function
The unit has an HD-to-SD downward converter
function, and can output standard definition SDI,
analog component and analog composite signals even
while playing back an HDCAM format tape.
Upward converter function
The unit features a standard definition to high
definition (SD-to-HD) upward converter as standard
equipment. This allows high-quality HD signals to be
output even when playing back tapes recorded in
formats other than HDCAM.
Tele-File functions
Tele-File enables data writing/reading between
cassettes with memory labels and VTRs. It increases
the efficiency of operations such as cuing up and
playback, and source data management.
Remote control function
This unit can be controlled from an external remote
controller or editor through an interface complying
with RS-422A (serial 9-pin). Since two remote control
connectors are provided, you can also control a
number of VTRs simultaneously.
Additionally, a parallel (50-pin) interface is also fitted
as standard, supporting easy external control through
the parallel interface.
Rack mounting
Using the optional RMM-131 Rack Mount Adaptor,
you can mount the unit in a standard EIA 19-inch rack.
For details of rack mounting, refer to the Installation
Manual.