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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Digital Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions VQT6816-3 S0896H4037-300 @... - Page 2 IMPORTANT “Unauthorized recording of copyrighted televi- sion programs, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.” CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
• Digital Audio Interface Board AJ-YA655P Time code Time code/user bit...38 Recording internal/external time codes...39 Reproducing the time code/user bit...40 Functions Superimpose screen...41 Servo reference...42 Audio V Fade Function (AJ-D650 only)...44 Maintenance Rack mounting...45 Head cleaning...46 Condensation...46 Error messages...47 Specifications and others Connector signals...49 Specifications...51... -
Page 4: General And Features
19-inch rack with ease. The settings for the unit’s setup can be performed while viewing the screen menus on the TV monitor. With the AJ-D650 unit, both assemble and insert editing are possible through external control. - Page 5 • Cue track input and output connectors are not provided. Automatic editing functions from the external controller (only AJ-D650) AJ-D650 allows both assemble and insert editing from the external controller. Menu-driven setup The setup settings, which are conducted prior to operating the unit, are performed while viewing the setup menus either on the unit display or TV monitor.
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Page 6: Controls And Their Functions
Controls and their functions Front panel Counter Display Section – 6 –... - Page 7 POWER switch When the ON side is pressed, the power is switched on, and the counter display lights up Cassette insertion slot The M cassette, L cassette and consumer cassette (S cassette) with adaptor are inserted into this slot. Consumer cassettes can be played back only. EJECT button When this is pressed, the tape is unloaded and several seconds later the cassette is automatically ejected.
- Page 8 Controls and their functions COUNTER/REMAIN button This switches between the tape counter tape time indicator and the remaining tape indicator. [r ***] is displayed in the case of the remaining tape indicator. After the cassette tape is inserted, [r ---] (--- flashes) is displayed until remaining tape is calculated, and [r EJ] (EJ flashes) when ejecting the tape.
- Page 9 Headphones jack The sound being recorded, played back or edited can be monitored on stereo headphones when they are connected to this jack. Volume control This is used to adjust the headphones volume. Audio recording level controls These are used to adjust the recording levels of the analog audio signal CH1/CH2. CTL/TC/UB switch Use this switch when selecting the counter display.
- Page 10 Controls and their functions SET button When this is pressed, the data which has been set on the setup menu is entered. After data entry, the setup mode is exited and the original operating mode is restored. DIAG button When this is pressed, VTR information is displayed. When it is pressed again, the original display is restored.
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Page 11: Connector Area
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Page 12: Connector Area
Controls and their functions <Connector area> AC IN connector This is for connecting the unit to the power outlet using the power cord provided. SIGNAL GND terminal This terminal is connected to the signa unit which is connected to the unit in order to reduce noise. - Page 13 area> <Connector S1/VIDE0 OUT connector This is the S-VIDEO output connector. ANALOG COMPONENT VIDEO OUT connector The analog component video signal is output from this connector. ANALOG COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT connectors The analog composite video signals are output from these connectors. The video signal with signals superimposed on it can be output from the VIDEO OUT3 connector.
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Page 14: Tapes
Tape designed exclusively for the camcorders used by consumers in general. Only playback is possible using the optional cassette adaptor. Use of Panasonic consumer DV cassette tapes is recommended. Note that inserting a cassette tape without using the cassette adaptor can damage the unit. -
Page 15: Connections And Settings Connections
When recording/playback using 1 unit Set the CONTROL switch on the front panel to LOCAL. • “DIGITAL” for serial component digital video signal input. • Set the VIDEO IN to ANALOG and select as following for the analog input: • “Y PB PR” for analog component video signal input. -
Page 16: When Recording, Playback And Editing With 2 Units
When recording, playback & editing with 2 units The CONTROL switch on the recorder must be set to the LOCAL position, and the CONTROL switch on the player must be set to the REMOTE position. Set the AUDIO IN switch to the Set the VIDEO IN switch to the following position: following position:... -
Page 17: When Using An Editing Controller
When using an editing controller For further details, refer to the Operating instructions of the AG-A850 editing controller (optional accessory). – 1 7 –... -
Page 18: Internal Encoder Adjustments
Internal encoder adjustments In order to ensure error-free and accurate editing during AB roll editing (a method of editing using two source VTRs) using an editor, the ENCODER OUT controls must be adjusted after the system has been connected. (These controls must be re-adjusted each time the connecting cables are replaced or the connections are changed.) Connect the equipment as shown in the figure below. - Page 19 Check the connections. (see previous page.) Select [OFF] on ENCODER SEL at the set up menu. (See page 27.) Select [ON] to operate the internal encoder externally. Adjust the SYSTEM PHASE. On the P1 VTR, play back a cassette tape on which standard color bar signals have been recorded.
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Page 20: Printed Circuit Board
Printed circuit board Printed Abbr. circuit name board F8 board SW1 ADDA- SW61 F4 board SW400 <Note> Component P CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OF SHOCK HAZARD, REFER CHANGE OF SWITCH SETTING lNSlDE THE UNIT TO AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Full name Audio Input This sets the CH1 audio input... -
Page 21: Switching On The Power/Inserting The Cassette
Switching on the power/inserting the cassette Before starting to operate the unit, check whether the equipment has been connected properly. Turn on the power. Check that the error indicator is not displayed on the counter. Insert the cassette tape. Insert the tape at its proper position without force. (See page 14.) Check that the STOP lamp is on. -
Page 22: Stop Mode
STOP mode When the STOP button is pressed, the unit goes into the stop mode. The STOP lamp lights and the tape stops traveling. • In order to protect the tape, the unit goes into the standby OFF mode after the time set by setting menu No.400 (STILL TIMER) has elapsed. -
Page 23: Recording
Recording Set the accidental erasure prevention tab on the cassette tape to the “recording” position and insert the tape. Press the STOP button to place the unit in the stop mode. Check that the REC INHIBIT lamp is off. Select the video and audio input signals and adjust their levels. Selecting video/audio input signals 1 Connect the signals to be recorded. -
Page 24: Playback
Playback Insert the cassette tape, and place the unit in the stop mode. Press the PLAY button. Regular playback is now commenced. To end playback, press the STOP button. The VTR now goes into the stop mode. <Note> • Check that the SERVO lamp is lighted during playback. If it flashes or if it is off, the images played back will be disturbed. -
Page 25: Setup (Default Settings)
Setup (default settings) The unit’s major settings are performed. by making selections on menus. The setting menus appear on the TV monitor when the TV monitor and VIDEO OUT 3 connector in the unit’s connector area are hooked up. Changing the settings Press the MENU button. -
Page 26: Setup (Setting) Menus
Setup (setting) menus This unit can store up to 5 user files (user 1 to user 5) containing different menu settings, and these files can be selected and used. Changing the file Press the MENU button. Hold down the FILE button and press the cursor button file. -
Page 27: System Menu
SYSTEM menu <SYSTEM> Item Superimposed display SYS SC COAR. SYS SC FINE SYS H ENCODER AV PHASE The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. USER menu <BASIC> Item Superimposed display P-ROLL TIME CHARA H-POS The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. Setting Superimposed display... -
Page 28: Operation Menu
Setup (setting) menus USER menu <BASIC> (continued) Item Superimposed display 002 CHARA V-POS 003 DISPLAY 004 LOCAL 005 TAPE TIMER 006 SUPER 007 CHARA TYPE The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. USER menu <OPERATION> Item Superimposed display SHTL MAX The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. - Page 29 USER menu <OPERATION> Item Superimposed display FF. REW 103 AUDIO MUTE 1 0 4 R E F ALARM 106 PLAY DELAY 107 CAP. LOCK 108 FORMAT EJECT EE F/R EE SEL 111 STOP EE The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. (continued) Setting Superimposed...
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Page 30: Interface Menu
Setup (setting) menus USER menu <OPERATION> Item Superimposed display AUTO REW MEMORY STOP The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. USER menu <INTERFACE> Item Superimposed No. display 9P SEL ID SEL The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. (continued) Setting Superimposed... -
Page 31: Edit Menu
SERVO 305* EDIT RPLCE1 3 0 6 * EDIT RPLCE2 The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. * The Setup menu can only be displayed for the model AJ-D650. Setting Superimposed display – 0.43 – 0000 This sets the VAR speed range. -
Page 32: Tape Protect Menu
RPLCEC 309* AUD EDIT 310* AUD EDIT AFTER CUE-UP The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. * The Setup menu can only be displayed for the model AJ-D650. USER menu <TAPE PROTECT> Item Superimposed display STILL TIMER PROTECT The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. -
Page 33: Time Code Menu
Setup (setting) menus USER menu <TIME CODE> Item Superimposed display VITC POS-1 VITC POS-2 VITC BLANK REGEN REGEN MODE EXT TC BINARY The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. Setting Superimposed display This sets the position where the VITC signal is to be inserted. 0000 (The same line as for VITC POS-2 in 501 cannot be 0001... -
Page 34: Video Menu
USER menu <TIME CODE> (continued) Item Superimposed display PHASE CORR TCG CF FLAG DF MODE RUN MODE TC OUT The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. USER menu <VIDEO> Item Superimposed display IN LV INT BB INPUT C KILL VSYNC The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. - Page 35 Setup (setting) menus USER menu <VIDEO> (continued) Item Superimposed display 604 V-MUTE CC (F1) BLANK CC (F2) BLANK 608 FREEZE IN FRM 6 1 1 E D H 612 WIDE SELECT The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. Setting Superimposed display...
- Page 36 USER menu <AUDIO> Item Superimposed display CH1 IN CH2 IN CH1 OUT CH2 OUT MONI CH REC CH1 REC CH2 The underline on the setting item denotes the initial setting. Setting No. Superimposed display 0000 This selects the audio input (CH1) reference level switching. 0001 0002 -20dB...
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Page 37: Audio Menu
USER menu <AUDIO> (continued) Item Superimposed No. display REC CUE OUTPUT <Note> This item setting is valid only when the tape recorded on the four channels of the DV format is PB FADE EMBEDDED 0000 <Note> This item is valid when the optional serial interface board has been installed. LINE CH <Note>... -
Page 38: Time Code
Time code/user bit Time code The time code is used when the time code signal generated by the time code generator (time code signal generator) is to be recorded on the tape, its values are to be read by the time code reader (time code signal reader), and the absolute position of the tape is to be displayed in increments of hours, minutes, seconds and frames. -
Page 39: Recording Internal/External Time Codes
Recording internal/external time codes Setting the internal time code Place the VTR in the stop mode. Set the CTL/TC/UB switch to TC. Set the TC lNT/EXT switch to INT. (Internal time code selected) Set the RUN MODE. (setup menu No. 510) REC (RUN): FREE (RUN): The time code runs in the same way as the time regardless of the Set the REGEN MODE. -
Page 40: Reproducing The Time Code/User Bit
Reproducing the time code/user bit Place the unit in the stop mode. Set the CTL/TC/UB switch to TC or UB. TC: The time code is displayed. UB: The user bit is displayed. • When it is no longer possible to read the time code, it is interpolated using the CTL signal. -
Page 41: Superimpose Screen
Superimpose screen The control signals, time code, etc. are displayed using abbreviations. TV monitor Characters displayed The background of characters superimposed on the display can be changed using menu No.007 (CHARA TYPE). TV monitor Display position The position of the characters superimposed on the display can be changed using setting menus No.001 (CHARA H-POS) and No.002 (CHARA V-POS). -
Page 42: Servo Reference
Servo reference This unit automatically selects the input video signal selected by the INPUT switch, the reference video signal supplied from the REF VIDEO input connector or the internal sync signal as the servo reference signal. When the signal is selected, the unit’s mode and servo reference stand in the relationship shown in the flowchart presented below. - Page 43 Servo reference setting tables The servo reference signal is switched as shown in the tables below depending on the servo reference setting, deck mode and what input signal is available. When the mode is transferred to editing or recording/playback, the image may be disturbed and the transfer may be delayed if the references during playback and recording do not match.
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Page 44: Audio V Fade Function (Aj-D650 Only)
• When the playback fade selection (No. 719) is CUT, cut processing is performed for all splices. • When the playback fade selection (No. 719) is FADE, V fade processing is performed for all splices. (AJ-D650 only) Audio signal A Audio signal B Noise may appear at the edit splice. -
Page 45: Rack Mounting
(AJ-MA75P) are used. For the installation rails, it is recommended that the rail and bracket for 18" length (model number CC3001-99-0400) of SHASSIS TRAK be used. (The complete slide rail and bracket unit is not available from Panasonic) For further details, consult with your dealer. -
Page 46: Head Cleaning
However, to further increase the unit’s reliability, it is recommended that its video heads be cleaned every day. Use the cleaning fluid designated by Panasonic. Condensation Condensation occurs due to the same principle involved when droplets of water form on a window pane of a heated room. -
Page 47: Error Messages
Error messages Warning TV monitor display* Error No. E-00* SERVO NOT LOCKED (Err-00) E-01* LOW RF (Err-01) E-10* FAN STOP (Err-10) * Displays when warning information is checked by pressing the DIAG button. AUTO OFF mode The following error number flashes on the counter display section. Error No. - Page 48 Error messages Error No. The start/end processing operation is not completed even after E-57 have elapsed. The cylinder motor speed is abnormally low. E-59 The cylinder motor speed is abnormally high. E-60 The capstan motor speed is abnormally low. E-61 The tape-up reel motor speed is abnormally high.
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Page 49: Connector Signals
Connector signals VIDEO IN SERIAL IN (DIGITAL) Y, P (ANALOG) VIDEO IN REF VIDEO IN S1-VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SERIAL OUT (DIGITAL) Y, P (ANALOG) VIDEO OUT S1-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN SERIAL IN (DIGITAL) AUDIO IN (DIGITAL) AUDIO IN (ANALOG) TIME CODE IN AUDIO OUT SERIAL OUT (DIGITAL) - Page 50 Connector signals RS-232C REMOTE (25-pin D-SUB straight cable supported) Pin No. Abbreviation FRAME GROUND T×D R×D • Example of connections with controller (PC) using a 25-pin D-SUB straight cable PC end (D-SUB 25 pins) T×D R×D ENCODER REMOTE (15P) Pin No. SET UP C LEVEL +12V...
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Page 51: Specifications
Specifications GENERAL AC 120 V, 50–60 Hz Power supply: 150 W Power consumption: Operating ambient temperature: 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C) 10% to 90% (no condensation) Operating ambient humidity: 35.2 Ibs (16 kg) Weight: 16-3/4×6-15/16x16-3/8 inches Dimensions (W×H×D): (424×175×415 mm) DVCPRO format Recording format: Digital video... - Page 52 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Executive Office: One Panasonic Way (4B-7), Secaucus, NJ 07094 REGIONAL OFFICES: EASTERN: New Jersey: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Sales: Panazip 4B-7 (201) 348-7671 Washington, D.C. (703) 759-6900 SOUTHERN: 1225 Northbrook Parkway, Suite 107A, Suwanee, GA 30174...
- Page 53 Reference Guide • Items supporting DVCPRO/DV/DVCAM tape playback • Items supporting RS-232C Applicable models...
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Page 54: Items Supporting Dvcpro/Dv/Dvcam Tape Playback
Thank you for purchasing this product. This booklet describes the items which support both DVCPRO/DV/DVCAM tape playback and RS-232C. Read it together with the Operating Instructions. Contents Items supporting DVCPRO/DV/DVCAM tape playback Cautions when playing back consumer DV tapes and DVCAM tapes ..E-2 DVCPRO/DV/DVCAM displays . -
Page 55: Additional Set-Up Menu Items
Additional set-up menu items USER menu DVCPRO/DV/DVCAM tapes can be played back by selecting the item No.108 “FORMAT SEL” setting. <OPERATION> Item Superimposed display No. FORMAT SEL The underlining indicates the factory settings. Setting Superimposed display 0000 DVCPRO These settings are for selecting the format when an L 0001 DV cassette or S cassette is used. -
Page 56: Items Supporting Rs-232C
Items supporting RS-232C Additional set-up menu items <INTERFACE> Item Superimposed display RS232C SEL BAUD RATE DATA LENGTH STOP BIT PARITY RETURN ACK The underlining indicates the factory settings. RS-232C interface 1. Introduction 1) The VTR can be operated by commands when the RS-232C interface is used. (See command table on pages E-10 2) Conditions for acknowledging commands from RS-232C interface The front panel REMOTE/LOCAL switch must be at REMOTE. -
Page 57: Hardware Specifications
2. Hardware specifications 1) External interface specifications For the model AJ-D750 (1) Connector specifications Connector: D-SUB 25-pin (crossover cable supported) Pin No. Signal (2) Example of connection with controller (PC) (Using crossover cable with D-SUB 25-pin connectors) PC side (D-SUB 25-pin connector) (Using crossover cable with D-SUB 9-pin and 25-pin connectors) PC side (D-SUB 9-pin connector) - Page 58 For the models AJ-D650 and AJ-D640 (1) Connector specifications Connector: D-SUB 25-pin (straight cable supported) Circuit name Pin No. Signal Protective ground Transmitted data Received data Request to send Clear to send Data set ready Signal ground Data terminal ready...
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Page 59: Software Specifications
3. Software specifications 1) Protocol (1) Communication parameters Communication system Communication speed Bit length Stop bit Parity bit ACK code The underlining indicates the factory settings. Any changes to the settings can be made using the set-up menu items listed below. Communication parameter Communication speed Bit length... - Page 60 (2) Send format [controller (PC) Data format [STX] [command] [:] [data] [ETX] 02h XX XX XX 3Ah XX-XX 03h 20h<XX<7Fh • [command] :Command identifier; a 3-byte identifier (ASCII code: symbols, numbers, upper-case letters) is sent as the command. :This code serves as a delimiter between the command and data. •...
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Page 61: Error Code Table
(3) Return format [VTR The following responses are made to the command. If necessary, more than one response is made. When the communication has terminated normally 1. The receive completion message is returned. [ACK] 2. The execution completion message is returned. [STX] [command] [data] [ETX] 02h XX XX XX XX-XX 03h •... -
Page 62: Command Table
• AJ-D750: No.105 (AUTO EE SEL) • AJ-D650, AJ-D640: No.111 (STOP EE SEL) For further details, refer to the set-up menus. This command is for ejecting the cassette tape. [STX] OEJ [ETX] The resulting output picture and sound statuses differ according to the settings selected for the set-up menus given below. - Page 63 Return (completion) Send command operation SHTL [STX] OSF:data [ETX] FORWARD data = n: speed data 0: STILL 1: ×0.03 (DVCPRO), ×0.03 (DV, DVCAM) 2 : ×0.1 (DVCPRO), ×0.1 (DV, DVCAM) 3 : ×0.2 (DVCPRO), ×0.3 (DV, DVCAM) 4 : ×0.5 (DVCPRO), ×0.5 (DV, DVCAM) 5 : ×...
- Page 64 REQUEST xxx = O E J : EJECT ID (VTR No.) [STX] QID [ETX] REQUEST data = for NTSC system: AJ-D750, AJ-D650, AJ-D640 Supplementary notes message [STX] CD data [ETX] This command is for inquiring about the counter value. gh =...
- Page 65 3) Microsoft QuickBASIC sample program STX$ = CHR$(&H2): ETX$ = CHR$(&H3): NAK$ = CHR$(15): ACK$ = CHR$(&HG) PRINT "*** RS-232C COMMUNICATION SAMPLE PROGRAM ***" PRINT "Type Command ’QUIT’ to quit." PRINT REM *** Communication Port Initial & Open *** REM Port 1,9600Bps,No parity, 8 bit data,1 stop bit OPEN "COM1:9600,N,8,1"...