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  • Page 1 MR-HD100 Media Recorder User Guide MANL-1144-02...
  • Page 3 It may not be reproduced or distributed in any form by any means, altered in any fashion, or stored in a data base or retrieval system, without express written permission of FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS. FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS cannot be responsible for unauthorized use of equipment and will not make allowance or credit for unauthorized use or access.

  • Page 4: Serial Number

    +49 4307 - 83 58 58 Fax: +49 4307 - 83 58 99 Address: COMO Computer & Motion GmbH A Focus Enhancements Company Lise-Meitner-Str. 15 24223 Schwentinental/ Germany www.focusinfo.com Serial Number The serial number for this equipment is located inside the unit, in the battery compartment.
  • Page 5 LEGAL NOTICES Regulations and Safety Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 Model Number: MR-HD100 Media Recorder Date of Manufacture: Reference the Serial Number label attached to the unit. BATT-0012-01LF (Accessory Part Number: ASYF-1323-01LF) Date of Manufacture: Reference the Serial Number label attached to the unit.
  • Page 6 LEGAL NOTICES • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that used by the receiver. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 7 LEGAL NOTICES Safety Symbols Power Supply Only This symbol indicates the presence of an un-insulated Dangerous Voltage within the product’s enclosure that may constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. In the MR-HD100 Documentation Caution Title This symbol indicates important operating or maintenance (servicing) information that the user should read and understand.

  • Page 8: Power Sources

    LEGAL NOTICES Electrical Precautions Do Not Expose to Moisture Do not use this product near water or in an environment where it is exposed to dampness or there is the possibility of it getting wet. Do Not Remove Cover There are No User Serviceable Parts inside this unit. Servicing should be done by qualified service personnel.
  • Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES • Non-Use Period During extended periods when the device is not used, unplug it from the power source and retract the power-cord. Grounding or Polarization • Polarized If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way.

  • Page 10: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. • When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. Accessories and Replacement Parts Use only attachments and accessories recommended by Focus Enhancements. Use only replacement parts specified by the Focus Enhancements or of comparable quality and characteristics as the original parts.

  • Page 11: Operating Environment

    LEGAL NOTICES Operating Environment • Avoid moisture, dust, extreme heat or cold. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...
  • Page 12 MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ........1 Native File Recording Eliminates Pre-edit Processing .
  • Page 14 Table of Contents DV Audio ......16 Computer I/O - USB 2.0 ....16 Powering the MR-HD100 .
  • Page 15 Table of Contents Default Template ......48 Custom Template ......48 Imported Templates .
  • Page 16 Table of Contents MR-HD100 Functions ......77 General Screen Information ..... . . 78 Welcome .
  • Page 17 Table of Contents PLAY FROM ....... 107 UDF FS PERM .
  • Page 18 Table of Contents Initial Setup ........143 MR-HD100 to Computer .
  • Page 19 Table of Contents Technical Specifications ......183 Physical Description ......183 User Interface .
  • Page 20 MR-HD100 Media Recorder xviii...

  • Page 21: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Focus Enhancements’ MR-HD100 Media Recorder. Designed specifically for use with JVC GY-HD series Pro HD camcorders, the MR-HD100 combines powerful, industry leading Native File Recording with the ability to add metadata to clips in non-linear editing (NLE) and media asset management (MAM) native formats while you shoot.

  • Page 22: Assign Custom Metadata On The Fly

    Introduction Assign Custom Metadata on the Fly With the MR-HD100, you can personalize and optimize workflow— while you shoot. With your wireless handheld device or laptop, you can access the MR-HD100 through a browser, define metadata, and assign it to video while you're recording, eliminating the need to tag footage when the shoot is over.

  • Page 23: Features

    Introduction Missing or Damaged Components If there are missing or damaged items, contact Focus Enhancements Support for assistance. Email: support@focusinfo.com Telephone: +1 763-398-1658 EMEA Email: techsupport@como.com Phone: +49 4307-8358-58 www.como.com - www.focusinfo.com Features The MR-HD100 offers the following features: • Direct To Disk Acquisition...
  • Page 24 Some cameras allow the MR-HD100 to be triggered into record from the camera without the need for a tape. Check the latest camera / MR-HD100 compatibility chart on the Focus website. d. The MR-HD100 features a comprehensive backlit color display, menu system, scroll wheel and control buttons allowing for easy control and management of the unit and its contents.
  • Page 25 Introduction e. In addition, the MR-HD100 is upgradable in the field. • Flexible Capacities and Power a. The MR-HD100 hard drive provides hours of recorded content capacity. See www.focusinfo.com for the currently available hard drive capacities. b. Power the MR-HD100 using: •...
  • Page 26 Introduction recording starts, the MR-HD100 creates a new clip and seamlessly appends the Retro Disk session to the beginning of the new clip. • Retro Disk Mode This mode insures that action at the beginning of video clip is not missed. In Retro Disk mode, the MR-HD100 is in a state similar to Pause, except that it is continuously recording video in a loop of user-defined length: from 1 to 392 minutes.

  • Page 27: Overview Of This Guide

    Introduction Overview of this Guide This user guide is divided into the following chapters. Quick Start page 9 This chapter describes how to setup and use the MR-HD100. Metadata page 43 This chapter provides a definition of metadata and how it can be used. MR-HD100 Functions page 77 This chapter provides detailed information about...
  • Page 28 MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 29: Quick Start

    Quick Start Quick Start provides the information necessary to start using the MR- HD100 as quickly as possible. This chapter covers the topics: Physical Description and Controls Front View - Controls page 10 Top View - Input/Output and Power Connectors page 15 Powering the MR-HD100 page 17...

  • Page 30: Physical Description And Controls

    Quick Start Physical Description and Controls Front View - Controls Unit LEDs Disk Activity (red) Battery Charge (green) Display Function keys F1 F2 F3 F4 Power Record Play Stop Pause Soft Nav Keys Scroll and Select Wheel Use to: Use to: Navigate menus Navigate menus Set values...

  • Page 31: Record / Play Controls

    Quick Start Record / Play Controls Record Play Stop Pause Use these keys to control MR-HD100 playback and record functions. Typically, these functions are used while on the HOME Screen. Record Press Record when the MR-HD100 is in mode to start Stop recording.

  • Page 32: Pause

    Quick Start Pause While in the screen, and in Record or Play mode, press Home to temporarily halt the function. Pause Pressing a second time resumes the function. Pause Scroll/Select Wheel and Soft Navigation Keys Up Soft Button Next Video Clip Scroll Wheel Select Key Right...

  • Page 33: Scroll Wheel And Select Key

    Quick Start Scroll Wheel and Select key The Scroll Wheel has multiple functions. • Menu Navigation Moving through the MR-HD100 menu tree. • Input Values When selecting values for fields, use the Scroll Wheel dial to an item in a list of options and the key to Select Exit input mode.

  • Page 34: Unit Leds

    Quick Start Unit LEDs Disk Battery Disk Activity LED State Indicates Red - Flashing Disk activity. Battery Charge LED State Indicates Powered Off, Adapter Connected - No Battery Green Charging Cycle Completed Green Slow Flashing Charging (fast charge) Green Fast Flashing Charging (topping off battery) Battery charge level is indicated by the color of the battery symbol in the LCD display: Green - 100% - 50%...

  • Page 35: Top View - Input/Output And Power Connectors

    Quick Start Top View - Input/Output and Power Connectors Video I/0 Computer I/0 IEEE 1394 USB 2.0 Power DC 11-18V Power - 11-18V DC The primary power input is through the connector and Power supplied by an external adapter unit. It is possible to plug in DC power inputs from 11 to 18 volts.

  • Page 36: Dv Audio

    2-ch MPEG 1, Layer 2 Not All Frame Rates Are Supported With All NFR File Formats. Check the Focus website for the latest compatibility information: www.focusinfo.com. Computer I/O - USB 2.0 The USB 2.0 connector is for all data (asynchronous) I/O: •...

  • Page 37: Powering The Mr-Hd100

    Quick Start Powering the MR-HD100 Connecting the MR-HD100 to AC Power The MR-HD100 can operate with the battery installed or uninstalled while connected to the MR-HD100 power adapter. To do this, connect the AC power as follows: 1. Plug the cord from the power supply into the Power connector of the MR-HD100.

  • Page 38: Removing A Battery

    Quick Start Removing a Battery Release Button 1. Depress and hold the Release Buton on the MR-HD100’s right side. 2. Give the MR-HD100 a light straight downward shake: the battery loosens and slides out. Charging the Battery The battery begins charging anytime the MR-HD100 is connected to the AC power adapter that is supplied with the MR-HD100.

  • Page 39: Battery Data

    Warning: Do Not Use Unapproved Battery Chargers Use of battery chargers not approved by Focus Enhancements could cause the battery to catch fire or explode.

  • Page 40: Low Battery Power During Operation

    Quick Start Low Battery Power During Operation If during operation, the MR-HD100 senses that the battery charge is low resulting in a low voltage condition, the unit alerts the user with warning beeps -- less than 3% charge remaining -- and then powers down in an orderly manner, protecting the stored video clips and metadata.
  • Page 41 Quick Start When charging the batteries, the MR-HD100 applies as much power as possible to the battery, up to a limit of about 1A charging current. However, the overall power system limits the total amount of current consumed to about 0.6 A maximum based on the 15V input adapter.

  • Page 42: Connecting Mr-Hd100 To Dv/Hdv Camera

    Quick Start Connecting MR-HD100 to DV/HDV Camera Before performing this procedure, make sure you have installed and charged the battery, see on page Installing / Removing the Battery Pack 1. Connect the supplied FireWire, 1394, cable to the DV I/O connector on the top of the MR-HD100.

  • Page 43: Mr-Hd100 User Interface

    Quick Start MR-HD100 User Interface The MR-HD100 menu system provides access to all the functions available in the unit. Each of the screens below (except the Welcome and Home screens which come up automatically when the unit starts) are accessed by pressing the left or right soft buttons on the Scroll Wheel.
  • Page 44 Quick Start Main Screen Feature Option Selection WELCOME Only appears for a few seconds on power up. HOME Gateway screen for all functions, it displays disk and operational status. OPERATION For more information see OPERATION Screens on page 83. MODE REC/PLAYER (mount to computer function) CONTROL...
  • Page 45 Quick Start Main Screen Feature Option Selection SYSTEM For more information see Setup Screens on page 42. SETUP DATE TIME AUTO LCD BRIGHT 1 through 16 KEY BRIGHT 1 through 16 (Does not include Scroll Wheel) ALARM ON/OFF STOP FRAME GRAY NO VIDEO EXTL CTL...

  • Page 46: Functions Screen

    Quick Start Main Screen Feature Option Selection IP MASK Manual or DHCP. BROADCAST Manual or DHCP. GATEWAY Manual or DHCP. ESSID Set manually. Set manually (WEP encryption only.) WIFI MODE MANAGED ADHOC (P2P) DISABLED ENABLED (Default ftp://FS:FS@ipaddress) FTP PASS Sets FTP password for Default is FS.

  • Page 47: Manual Recording

    Quick Start Main Screen Feature Option Selection UTILITIES For more information see Utilities Screen on page 58. FORMAT REPAIR DISK REPAIR CLIP FILE NAME ORGANIZE REEL ORGANIZE MXF UPGRADE SYSTEM RESET DIAGNOSTIC STATUS VERSION MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 48: Types Of Mr-Hd100 Displays

    Quick Start Types of MR-HD100 Displays The MR-HD100 has three types of screens: • Informational These screens provide information only and do not permit setting values: examples, (see page WELCOME VERSION 137). • Select an Option These interactive screens provide a list of items that the User can select.

  • Page 49: Record And Playback

    Quick Start Record and Playback Before using the MR-HD100, set up the unit as outlined in the following sections: Set Up the MR-HD100 page 29 Power On MR-HD100 page 29 Set Date and Time page 30 Select a DV/HD File Format page 34 Set Time and Date page 34...

  • Page 50: Set Date And Time

    Quick Start Set Date and Time Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set because they are used in the MR- HD100 file naming function. 1. Press the soft button several times until the Right SETUP screen appears.
  • Page 51 Quick Start 5. Use the soft button to select the setup screen Down TIME and press the . The following screen Right soft button appears: SETUP TIME 6. Use the navigation keys to highlight the Right Left Hour, Minute, and Second. (Time is indicated in 24hr. mode.) Use the to change the value.
  • Page 52 Quick Start 9. Press the soft button on the Scroll Wheel once to Right display the menu. OPERATION OPERATION MODE REC/PLAY CONTROL NORMAL REC MODE NORMAL REC FORMAT NFR FORMAT QUICKTIME TIMECODE EXT TC By default, the MR-HD100 is setup for the most typical recording situations.

  • Page 53: Select Record/Play Mode

    Quick Start Select Record/Play Mode OPERATION MODE REC/PLAY 1. Use the Up or Down soft buttons to select MODE 2. Press the Select key in the center of the Scroll Wheel. A list of operation modes appears: REC/PLAY 3. Pick and press the Select key.

  • Page 54: Select The Recording Format (Rec Format)

    Quick Start Select the Recording Format (REC FORMAT) OPERATION REC FORMAT This determines which recording format, , the MR-HD100 uses. The camera must support the recording format selected. Select the format type and the display returns to the menu. OPERATIONS Select the NFR Format OPERATION NFR FORMAT...

  • Page 55: Select The Timecode

    Quick Start DV24p and PAL 25p Modes • 24p modes are only for use with camcorder's that are capable of DV-24p Advanced mode. • 24p is comparible to DV QuickTime and AVI Type 2. • PAL 25p camcorders require no special 25p DV format •...

  • Page 56: Record With The Mr-Hd100

    EXTERNAL JVC Pro HD camcorders whether using tape or no tape. Make sure that the camcorder's DV control port is turned on. Check the latest camera compatibility matrix on the Focus website: www.focusinfo.com • SYNCRO Recording SYNCRO is used most often with older camcorders that require the presence of a tape in the camcorder’s tape deck.
  • Page 57 Quick Start EXTERNAL Operation Tape does not need to be loaded if the camera supports external operation, refer to, CONTROL on page 85. Troubleshooting: Counter Not Incrementing If the Counter does not increment while recording the camera, it is an indication that there is no active connection between the MR- HD100 and the camera.

  • Page 58: Normal Recording

    Quick Start NORMAL Recording 1. Set the video camera to mode. Camera 2. Verify that an image appears in the viewfinder. 3. On the MR-HD100, press Record The MR-HD100 begins to record. The timecode value displays on the screen. Record Pause Stop 4.

  • Page 59: External Recording

    Quick Start EXTERNAL Recording External control permits the MR-HD100 to control the camcorder functions during record and playback. 1. Verify that the MR-HD100 is in mode. Stop 2. From the MR-HD100 Home screen, press the soft Right button several times until the screen appears: OPERATION OPERATION...

  • Page 60: Syncro Recording

    Syncro: For Camcorders Without External Trigger Control Syncro mode should only be used with older camcorders that do not have external trigger controls. Check the latest camera compatibility matrix on the Focus website. 1. Verify that the MR-HD100 is in mode.

  • Page 61: Recording Timecode In The File

    Quick Start 7. Now the MR-HD100 will respond to the camcorder’s tape controls. The recording signal goes both to the tape in the camera and to the MR-HD100. Recording Timecode in the File OPERATION TIMECODE EXT TC FREE RUN REC RUN REGEN 1.

  • Page 62: Playback With The Mr-Hd100

    Quick Start Playback with the MR-HD100 Verify that both the video camera and the MR-HD100 are powered on and that they are connected together with the FireWire cable from the MR-HD100 DV/IO port to the camcorder 1394 port. Feature Availability on PAL Cameras This feature is not available on some PAL cameras.

  • Page 63: Metadata

    Metadata Metadata is an important part of modern video production. Metadata is information that is attached to a content file (video, graphic, audio, etc.) and describes some characteristic or attribute of the content. In the case of video, the metadata is either timecode or video clip-based. The purpose of metadata is to uniquely identify each content item, creating a data hierarchy that can be used to search for and group content in as many useful ways as possible.
  • Page 64 Metadata The MR-HD100 Metadata utility is a web-based application that provides the user the ability to: • Add video clip-based and timecode-based metadata to video clips during recording or playback. • Use a default or custom metadata entry templates. • Export clip-based and timecode-based templates to ProxSys Media Servers and NLE applications.
  • Page 65 Metadata This chapter contains: Overview page 46 Metadata Categories page 46 Templates page 47 Video Production page 49 Logging Onto the MR-HD100 Web Server page 52 Metadata Pages and Functions page 53 Template page 53 Settings page 54 Entry page 55 Export page 56 Entering Metadata...

  • Page 66: Overview

    Metadata Overview MR-HD100 metadata logging is flexible because it can be either timecode-based or video clip-based. Metadata Categories There are three categories of metadata, descriptive, administrative, and structural. Some metadata, such as Project ID is not limited to one category. Descriptive Descriptive metadata is used to promote rapid search and recovery of content.

  • Page 67: Structural

    Metadata Structural Structural metadata is video clip-based and used primarily for storage of objects in the production library and for presentation. This metadata assists users during production and post production steps and can be added or changed according to where the content is in the workflow. Structural metadata can include: •...

  • Page 68: Default Template

    Metadata Default Template The MR-HD100's default template is based on the Apple XML Interchange Format. Metadata that is defined in this template and later used for logging is later exported to a standard Apple xml file for direct import into Final Cut Pro or a ProxSys media asset management system.

  • Page 69: Video Production

    Metadata Video Production Wired or Wireless network Media Server Non-Linear Editor Pre-production Pre-production includes the setup of equipment for recording the production, see Connecting MR-HD100 to DV/HDV Camera page 22, and defining the metadata template(s) used, its metadata fields and values. In addition, it is possible to match metadata fields in the file to specific metadata fields in a different template.

  • Page 70: Post-Production

    Metadata For the MR-HD100 this involves: 2. Record video. During recording, use the MR-HD100's web server interface and template to log predefined or dynamically input metadata values. 3. Playback video. 4. During playback, use the MR-HD100's web server interface and template to log predefined or dynamically input metadata values.
  • Page 71 Metadata Metadata has many uses during post-production. • Identify individual video clips, clip xml files, cameras -- position and lens, provide for rapid creation and display of the video dailies from film or digital footage. Metadata can be used to determine the sequence that the dailies are shown and create text generator slates before each shot.

  • Page 72: Logging Onto The Mr-Hd100 Web Server

    Metadata Logging Onto the MR-HD100 Web Server Logging onto the MR-HD100 web server provides access to the metadata settings and logging functions. The pages and functions available depend on the type of device accessing the MR-HD100. 1. Connect the MR-HD100 to a wired or wireless network, through its USB, port using an USB to Ethernet adapter, or the 802.11b/g wireless dongle provided with the MR-HD100.

  • Page 73: Metadata Pages And Functions

    Metadata Metadata Pages and Functions MR-HD100 Metadata has four pages representing specific functions that are divide into two groups: . To display the User Admin hidden group, click on the tab. User Admin • group includes the pages: User - for creating and managing templates, Template - template export/import and reel matching Settings...

  • Page 74: Settings

    Metadata Settings Not accessible with PDA type devices. Clicking on opens a page with the functions: Settings • Reel Matching This function allows the User to assign specific metadata templates to particular MR-HD100 s. The REEL then has REEL the template’s name. The User can, without leaving the Home screen, employ one of the function keys to quickly select a template by picking a REEL with the template’s name.

  • Page 75: Entry

    Metadata Entry Use the page to enter metadata for a video clip. Entry Verify that the desired template is selected and appears in the field. A template must be selected before Default Template recording or playback begins. Initially the Entry tab appears blank, however, once the MR- HD100 is in Record, Pause or Playback mode, the template’s fields appear and are active.

  • Page 76: Export

    Metadata Export to manually export video clip metadata files from the Export MR-HD100 database to User accessible xml files. The file name of the xml file identifies it as belonging to a specific video clip. Export creates xml metadata files for specific NLEs, for example Final Cut Pro, or from a Custom user defined template.

  • Page 77: Entering Metadata

    Metadata Entering Metadata This procedure assumes that there is a ready to use template, for instance the supplied with the MR-HD100, and that it is FCP Example not necessary to modify it or create a new one. Use the following steps to enter metadata during Record, Play, and Stop modes.

  • Page 78: Saving Metadata

    Metadata 4. Enter data into the metadata fields. This sets the video clip-based metadata. The type of data entered depends on the type input allowed by the field: variable, predefined, and mixed. For definitions of input types see on page 66. Creating A Custom Template 5.

  • Page 79: Reel Matching And Templates

    Metadata Reel Matching and Templates PDAs Can Not Access the Settings Page Because of their limited functionality, PDA type devices can not access the Settings or Metadata Template pages. Performing Reel Matching must be done with a computer. s functions permit the User to group video clips into Reels, REEL on page 124.

  • Page 80: Creating A Template

    Metadata Creating A Template PDAs Can Not Access the Metadata Admin Template Page Because of their limited functionality, PDA type devices can not access the Metadata Admin Template or Settings pages. Creating templates must be done with a computer. It is possible to create a new template by: •...

  • Page 81: Creating A New Template

    Metadata Creating A New Template This method uses the Apple XML Interchange Format listed in the dropdown menu. Template Type 1. Enter a unique name in the field. Template Name 2. Verify that the Display Template field is set to None 3.
  • Page 82 Metadata 6. Verify that the necessary metadata fields are enabled. Enable Only Necessary Fields When logging metadata in the field, it may be difficult to log more than a few metadata fields for a given shot (although it is possible to log as many as you need with MR-HD100). To be more efficient, disable non-critical fields so that they do not distract while logging.

  • Page 83: Tc Depend And Input Style In Axif And Final Cut Pro

    Metadata 9. Click on to close the button. Edit Predefined 10. (Optional) Replace the metadata item’s Field Name with a more meaningful Friendly Name Click on in the Friendly Name column. Click to Edit A text field appears where the User can enter a more meaningful label for the metadata Field Name.

  • Page 84: Duplicating A Template

    Metadata Duplicating a Template 1. Enter the name of the new template in the Template Name field. 2. Place a check mark in the check box. Duplicate 3. Select the template to duplicate from the Based On dropdown menu. 4. Click Add.
  • Page 85 Metadata dialog box appears. Edit Predefined Values predefined values. Remove Enter values, one at a time and click on Add values in the order they are to appear. 8. Click on to close the button. Edit Predefined 9. (Optional) Replace the metadata item’s Field Name with a more meaningful Friendly Name Click on...

  • Page 86: Creating A Custom Template

    Metadata Creating A Custom Template Create custom templates when importing metadata into a NLE that is not supported by the MR-HD100. Suppose that it is necessary to create a metadata template for recording baseball games, that is then used in a proprietary NLE. To assist the producer and editor the metadata must be specific to the game of baseball.
  • Page 87 Metadata 7. Enter a name for the metadata field. 8. Set timecode dependence - if metadata relates to timecode. - if metadata is independent of time, i.e. notes, remarks, etc. 9. Set the Input Style, this is required. This is the type of value input. Variable The user may enter any character string.
  • Page 88 Metadata The Edit Predefined Values dialog box opens. 12. Enter each value separately. 13. Click to place value in list. Add the values in the order they should appear. Click on the button to delete a value. Remove 14. Click on box to prevent the User Lock the Predefined Values from adding other data to the list during metadata entry.

  • Page 89: Importing Mr-Hd100 Templates

    Metadata 18. Click on to finalize adding the fields to the template. Done The fields now appear in the new template and the Select Metadata for Template dialog box closes. 19. Close the still open Add Metadata Window. The template is now ready for use. Importing MR-HD100 Templates The MR-HD100 provides the ability to import templates created on other MR-HD100 units and stored on a local computer or network...

  • Page 90: Removing Metadata Fields

    Metadata 5. Click button. Upload A message appears below the field, indicating if the Browse upload was successful and, if so, to click on Import 6. Click on the button. Import A system message appears below the Browse field, indicating that the import was successful. The template Removing Metadata Fields Removing A Metadata Field Deletes All Data Stored In Field...

  • Page 91: Making Metadata Into Xml Files

    Metadata Making Metadata into XML Files MR-HD100 Drive Shooting directory for storing video clips. Directory named for template used. Video clip and xml file moved to template directory from shooting directory. During a recording session, video clips are placed in a directory automatically created by MR-HD100.

  • Page 92: Export

    Metadata Export Final Cut Pro Export Use this function to create metadata xml documents for Final Cut Pro, using the Final Cut Pro XML Interchange Format. There are three options. Export By Track This step is only necessary if AUTO ORG is set to DISABLED in the SETUP menu.

  • Page 93: Export All

    Metadata Export All Similar to Export By Track, except clicking processes all Export the waiting video clips. Export Based on Template Use this method when a variety of metadata templates were used during the recording session. This option processes all video clips that had Final Cut Pro based templates used to enter metadata.

  • Page 94: Export Matching

    Metadata Export Matching Export matching allows the User to match similar metadata field content between Custom and NLE templates even though the fields may have different names. 1. Select the NLE to match the Custom template Template Type to from the dropdown menu. 2.
  • Page 95 Metadata 6. Select those Custom fields that match to the NLE field. If there is no match, leave the field at None 7. Click Done when all matches are made. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 96: Exporting A Template

    Metadata Exporting a Template The MR-HD100 provides the capability of exporting a xml template to a drive in the input device, computer or PDA, or on the network. It is first necessary to create the template and then run HDD to mount the MR-HD100 to the network.

  • Page 97: Mr-Hd100 Functions

    MR-HD100 Functions This section contains information on the following LCD screens: General Screen Information OPERATION Screens SETUP Screens FUNCTIONS Screens UTILITIES Screens MR-HD100 screens are organized in a flat hierarchy. Every screen has a unique name, and it is possible to cycle continuously through the screens using the navigation buttons.

  • Page 98: General Screen Information

    MR-HD100 Functions General Screen Information The MR-HD100 LCD menu screens are organized by function with each menu displaying a list of items. An item can be: • A value that can be set, such as the date. • A switch similar to a check box, that can be enabled along with other options in the display.

  • Page 99: Welcome

    MR-HD100 Functions Welcome The Welcome screen appears briefly after boot-up, and automatically switches to the Home screen when the MR-HD100 is ready for operation. Home The Home screen combines displaying operation information and providing function controls through the function buttons. To leave the Home screen use either the Navigation button.
  • Page 100 MR-HD100 Functions Operational Status This indicates the current record/playback status. F1 Function Active Indicates a function assigned to key is active: Syncro • • External Wireless Network Connected Symbol indicates that MR-HD100 is receiving wireless signals. Battery Life Gauge This gauge is accurate only when the unit is powered exclusively from the battery.

  • Page 101: Disp (Display) Information Fields

    MR-HD100 Functions DISP (display) Information Fields It is necessary for the function button be set to DISP before using the following feature. Use the function button to display current operation DISP information fields 12 and 13. The data shown depends on the mode of operation: Pressing the button advances the display to the next...

  • Page 102: Mr-Hd100 System Information Screens

    MR-HD100 Functions DV (NTSC or PAL) and HD The information displayed in fields 11 and 12 depends, in part, on which Recorder Mode is set. DV RECORDER Line 11 displays the Standard Digital (SD) video format. It can not be changed. HD RECORDER Line 11 displays the HD resolution of the current track which depends on the camcorder in use with the MR-HD100 unit.

  • Page 103: Operation Screens

    MR-HD100 Functions OPERATION Screens OPERATION MODE REC/PLAY CONTROL NORMAL REC MODE NORMAL REC FORMAT NFR FORMAT QUICKTIME TIMECODE EXT TC The Operation screen provides access to settings that control various recording features and functions and information. The functions listed are: Item Default Options...

  • Page 104: Mode

    MR-HD100 Functions MODE OPERATION MODE REC/PLAY • REC/PLAY Use this option to set the MR-HD100 controls to disk recorder mode. • HDD Use this option when connecting the MR-HD100 to a computer. The MR-HD100 functions as a volume visible to the computer.

  • Page 105: Control

    MR-HD100 Functions CONTROL OPERATION CONTROL NORMAL EXTERNAL SYNCRO menu provides the capability of enabling the MR- CONTROL HD100 to operate in three different control modes during record and playback. • NORMAL Record and Play modes are controlled through the MR- HD100 controls.

  • Page 106: Rec Mode

    MR-HD100 Functions REC MODE OPERATION REC MODE NORMAL RETRO CACHE RETRO DISK SNAP REC TIMELAPSE menu permits setting the MR-HD100 to various REC MODE recording modes see REC MODEs with Home Screen Indicators page 86. Once a recording mode is selected, the recorder remains in that mode until a different mode is chosen.

  • Page 107: Normal Record

    MR-HD100 Functions For more about LCD display symbols and text, see LCD Display on page 97. Symbols and Text NORMAL Record This is the standard recording mode. • All control is from the MR-HD100 front panel. Initially, the screen displays Home STOP •...

  • Page 108: Retro Disk

    MR-HD100 Functions RETRO DISK The Retro Disk mode records video in a continuous loop to a user-defined portion of disk space. Pressing record seamlessly begins active recording. The Retro Disk session is appended to the beginning of the new clip. The result is a set of clips beginning with the cached video and continuing with the newly recorded video.

  • Page 109: Snap Record Dv Modes Only

    MR-HD100 Functions SNAP Record DV modes only Use Snap to record individual frames. In Snap mode, pressing record captures a single frame. Each record Snap session captures the individual frames into a single file. To start a new Snap record session place the unit in between Snap STOP records.

  • Page 110: Rec Format

    MR-HD100 Functions REC FORMAT OPERATION REC FORMAT Select either: • DV • HDV NFR FORMAT OPERATION NFR FORMAT AVI TYPE 1 AVI TYPE 2 AVI TYPE 2 24P Depending on which was selected, this screen REC FORMAT displays a list of available Native File Recording formats: above, display for MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 111: Dv Formats

    • CANOPUS AVI • MATROX AVI • QUICKTIME • OP ATOM • MXF P2 HDV Formats • M2T • QUICKTIME • MXF The latest NFR supported applications and file formats are listed on the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 112: Timecode

    MR-HD100 Functions TIMECODE OPERATION TIMECODE EXT TC FREE RUN REC RUN REGEN The MR-HD100 provides four timecode functions in HDV mode and NFR FORMAT is set to . In M2T mode, all TC QUICKTIME modes act as The following are timecode functions: •...
  • Page 113 MR-HD100 Functions • FREE RUN This function causes the MR-HD100 to begin counting from the value stored by . To enter a value in TC SET TC SET 1. Go to the menu. SETUP 2. Select the item. TC SET 3.

  • Page 114: Setup Screens

    MR-HD100 Functions SETUP Screens SETUP DATE 05/28/08 TIME 08:31:15 LCD BRIGHT KEY BRIGHT ALARM The items in the Setup screen are grouped by function. Within the function the items act like radio buttons, i.e. when one is active the others are not. In some cases, such as the , a new screen appears with Date...
  • Page 115 MR-HD100 Functions Item Default Options / Comments UB SET 00:00:00:00 TC MODE NON-DROP DROP NON-DROP RETRO CACHE 5 seconds RETRO DISK 1 minute TIMELAPSE 00:00:00:00 PLAY MODE PLAY CLIP PLAY CLIP LOOP CLIP PLAY ALL LOOP ALL PLAY FROM MODE TRACK TRACK REEL...

  • Page 116: Set Date

    MR-HD100 Functions SET DATE SETUP DATE 06/15/08 Default is 06/15/08. SET TIME SETUP TIME Default is 08:00:00 Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set. They are used in the MR-HD100 file naming function. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 117: Lcd

    MR-HD100 Functions SETUP AUTO These items enable or disable the MR-HD100's LCD backlight. • Default Permanently sets LCD backlight to • Permanently sets LCD backlight to • AUTO Turns off the backlight after one minute. On the MR-HD100, pressing any button pad button turns the backlight back on.

  • Page 118: Key Bright

    MR-HD100 Functions KEY BRIGHT SETUP KEY BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the MR-HD100 control keys: range of 1 to 16 with 16 the brightest. This control does not effect the Scroll Wheel brightness. Default is ALARM SETUP ALARM Toggle switch controlling the Alarm. •...

  • Page 119: Stop

    MR-HD100 Functions STOP SETUP STOP NO VIDEO These settings depend on the REC FORMAT selected and determine which video is output from the MR-HD100 when using Soft button to view recorded clips. Search Index Mode the options are: • FRAME Default Displays the first frame of the clip.

  • Page 120: Ext Ctl

    MR-HD100 Functions EXT CTL SETUP EXT CTL PAUSE FRAME FILE These external control options permit the use of a device to control the MR-HD100 using a simple contact closure. • Default Use this option when connecting an external device with an RS232C cable.

  • Page 121: Tc Set

    MR-HD100 Functions TC SET SETUP TC SET Default is 00:00:00:00. The Timecode Set parameter stores a user defined timecode in the MR-HD100’s non-volatile memory. This value is available for use by the MR-HD100 immediately after exiting TC SET. • TC FREE RUN The MR-HD100 uses this value on the next recording after it is set in TC SET...

  • Page 122: Ub Set

    MR-HD100 Functions UB SET SETUP UB SET Default is 00:00:00:00. The User Bit Set function provides the ability to change the user bits in the timecode recorded in the video files. • Timecode values are not set when in mode. TC EXT UB Set is an early method or creating simple metadata.

  • Page 123: Tc Mode Ntsc Only

    MR-HD100 Functions TC MODE NTSC only SETUP TC MODE DROP NON-DROP These parameters are only available for NTSC and only one may be enabled at a time. Drop and non-drop enable and disable the drop-frame function that modifies how the timecode is calculated during recording.

  • Page 124: Retro Cache

    MR-HD100 Functions RETRO CACHE SETUP RETRO CACHE 0 sec Select between 0 and 10 seconds. Default is 5 seconds. RETRO DISK SETUP RETRO DISK 0 min. Select between 1 and 392 minutes. Default is 1 minute. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 125: Timelapse

    MR-HD100 Functions TIMELAPSE SETUP TIMELAPSE Available only in DV modes. 0 to maximum available in retro hard disk space. This is slightly less than the entire remaining hard drive space. Default is 00:00:00:00. Explanation Timelapse provides the ability to record a single frame at specific time intervals, this gives the user the ability to control the amount of frames recorded per second, minute or hour.

  • Page 126: Play Mode

    MR-HD100 Functions PLAY MODE SETUP PLAY MODE PLAY CLIP LOOP CLIP PLAY ALL LOOP ALL • Play Clip Default In this mode, the MR-HD100 plays the selected clip from start to finish when you press the PLAY button. At the end of the particular clip, the MR-HD100 pauses.

  • Page 127: Play From

    MR-HD100 Functions PLAY FROM SETUP PLAY FROM TRACK REEL This screen permits the selection from where clips playback: track directory or reel. There are two choices: • Play Track Default Clips playback in the order in which they were recorded. Playback order is based on the order of the file names.

  • Page 128: Udf Fs Perm

    MR-HD100 Functions UDF FS PERM SETUP UDF FS PERM READ-ONLY READ-WRITE Use this setting to determine the read-write capabilities of the UDF file system. • READ-ONLY Default Use for Windows XP operating system. • READ-WRITE Use for MAC OS 10.5 and Windows Vista operating systems. UDF Perm Default Set to Read-Only.

  • Page 129: Network

    MR-HD100 Functions NETWORK SETUP NETWORK MANUAL DHCP Select the method to use to assign a network IP address to the MR- HD100. • MANUAL When MANUAL IP is selected, the MR-HD100 automatically fills in a default value for: : 192.168.1.1 IP ADDR : 255.255.255.0 IP MASK...

  • Page 130: Ip Addr

    MR-HD100 Functions IP ADDR SETUP IP ADDR 0.0.0.0 When set to DHCP, the address is 0.0.0.0. Default is 192.168.1.1. IP MASK SETUP IP MASK 0.0.0.0 When set to DHCP, the address is 0.0.0.0. Default is 255.255.255.0. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 131: Broadcast

    MR-HD100 Functions BROADCAST SETUP BROADCAST 0.0.0.0 When set to DHCP, the address is 0.0.0.0. Default is 192.168.1.255. GATEWAY SETUP GATEWAY 0.0.0.0 When set to DHCP, the address is 0.0.0.0. Default is 192.168.1.1. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 132: Essid

    MR-HD100 Functions ESSID SETUP Set the ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier) depending on how it is used: • Peer-to-Peer connections, where the ESSID must be the same for all members of the network. • Infrastructure -- network -- where the ESSID distinguishes one wireless network from another.

  • Page 133: Key

    MR-HD100 Functions SETUP The KEY is a code sequence required by the wireless network. This can only be WEP encryption. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 134: Wifi Mode

    MR-HD100 Functions WIFI MODE SETUP WIFI MODE MANAGED ADHOC (P2P) This function sets the type of wireless connection that the MR- HD100 uses. • MANAGED Managed mode is used when making a wireless connection to a structured LAN where central access points are used and devices are managed through the network.

  • Page 135: Ftp

    MR-HD100 Functions SETUP DISABLED ENABLED This function enables only the MR-HD100’s FTP Read capabilities. FTP can not be used to write to the MR-HD100. Do Not Use FTP and the FS-5 Web Server Simultaneously. Default FTP password is FS. To change the FTP password, see below.

  • Page 136: Web

    MR-HD100 Functions SETUP DISABLED ENABLED This function must be enabled to use the MR-HD100’s WEB capabilities: allowing the User to access MR-HD100 features through the MR-HD100’s web server and metadata pages. Default is ENABLED MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 137: Auto Org

    MR-HD100 Functions AUTO ORG SETUP AUTO ORG DISABLED ENABLED This function enables the MR-HD100’s function to automatically organize structured files by moving clips and related files from the current clips folder to assigned reels. This must be done before the MR-HD100 is mounted on a computer or the files are imported into NLEs.

  • Page 138: Auto Mark

    MR-HD100 Functions AUTO MARK SETUP AUTO MARK DISABLED ENABLED When auto-mark is enabled, the MR-HD100 continues to mark future clips to the same REEL that was previously selected. Default is and the User must assign each clip to a folder DISABLED manually.

  • Page 139: Reels Pref

    MR-HD100 Functions REELS PREF SETUP REELS PREF FOLDER TEMPLATE Use this function to select the method that a folder is identified: • FOLDER This option uses Reel numbers to name the folders: R-0,R-1. R- 2, and so on, up to R-9. •...

  • Page 140: Functions Screens

    MR-HD100 Functions FUNCTIONS Screens Reel receiving clips Function Groups The Functions keys , and provide convenient Home screen shortcuts that act as toggle switches for specific system settings. The Home screen below is an example of the information displayed. FUNCTIONS SYNC DISP DV/DD...

  • Page 141: Functions List

    MR-HD100 Functions • The function groups are independent of each other. • In each group only one selection is active at a time. Functions List A list of the Function button menu is below. In each group, the default selection is listed first. MENU Appears on LCD as…...
  • Page 142 MR-HD100 Functions MENU Appears on LCD as… F2 R1-1 R1 Marks Current Clip to Reel 1, F2 R2-2 R2 Marks Current Clip to Reel 2, F2 R3-3 R3 Marks Current Clip to Reel 3, F2 R4-4 R4 Marks Current Clip to Reel 4, F2 R5-5 R5 Marks Current Clip to Reel 5, F2 R6-6...
  • Page 143 MR-HD100 Functions MENU Appears on LCD as… F4 REELS REEL Increments current reel number, F4 R0-0 R0 Marks Current Clip to Reel 0, F4 R1-1 R1 Marks Current Clip to Reel 1, F4 R2-2 R2 Marks Current Clip to Reel 2, F4 R3-3 R3 Marks Current Clip to Reel 3, F4 R4-4...

  • Page 144: Assigning Clips To Reels

    MR-HD100 Functions Assigning Clips to Reels Function Bar Current Reel F4 Assigned to R3-3 F3 Assigned to R1-1 F2 Assigned to REELS To enable this function, must be set to : see REELS PREF FOLDER on page 119. REELS PREF When a disk is formatted, the MR-HD100 creates 10 folders, numbered 0-9, on the disk.

  • Page 145: Blank

    MR-HD100 Functions Example In the illustration above, F2 assigned to REELS. The videographer wants to assign the current clip to Reel 2. To assign this action, Reel 2 is selected by pressing the F2 key until the FS-5 marks the clip to the currently selected reel. The current reel is indicated in the line above the F1 function reel selection.

  • Page 146: Utilities Screens

    Deletes and removes selected clip from unit. No Undo. SYSTEM RESET Not Applicable Resets unit to factory defaults. DIAGNOSTIC Not Applicable Use to assist Focus Technical Support in diagnosing issues. STATUS Not Applicable Provides details of power state and internal temperature of unit. VERSION...

  • Page 147: Format

    MR-HD100 Functions FORMAT Format Type UDF / FAT Templates CLEAR / RETAIN Prevent lost frames due to file fragmentation by formatting the MR-HD100 before each recording session. Save Files Before Formatting The formatting process erases all data on the disk and is not reversible.

  • Page 148: Repair Disk

    MR-HD100 Functions REPAIR DISK REPAIR DISK PRESS YES TO REPAIR DISK BACK Use this function if a recording session does not complete properly and there is a question that the file may be damaged. For example, recording terminates due to a sudden loss of power to the MR- HD100.
  • Page 149 MR-HD100 Functions To repair a disk: 1. In the Utilities menu, Select Repair Disk 2. Select and the MR-HD100 begins repairing the disk. A status screen displays the progress of disk repair and at completion displays the message. • indicating that the disk repair was successful. Complete •...

  • Page 150: Repair Clip

    MR-HD100 Functions REPAIR CLIP Clip Number Use this function to repair a specific file that may be damaged or incomplete. For example, recording terminates due to a loss of power to the MR-HD100 and a specific file may be damaged. Repair Clip scans the specified file checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files.

  • Page 151: File Name

    MR-HD100 Functions FILE NAME Clip Number Original Clip Name This function displays a file name but does not permit changing it. 1. From the Utilities screen, go to FILE NAME 2. Enter the file’s clip number using the soft Down navigation buttons.

  • Page 152: Organize Mxf

    MR-HD100 Functions ORGANIZE MXF ORGANIZE REEL COMPLETE BACK When utilizing MXF OPAtom with some NLEs, such as AVID Xpress Pro, it is necessary to do an Organize MXF before importing the clips. The Organize MXF utility: 1. 1. Moves all MXF video files into the /contents/video directory.

  • Page 153: Upgrade

    MR-HD100 Functions UPGRADE Check Focus Enhancements website for upgrades and latest software updates, go to www.focusinfo.com Reformat Drive FAT 32 Before Upgrading System Software It is necessary to reformat the MR-HD100 drive as a FAT 32 file system BEFORE upgrading the system software. Remember to copy all data from the drive before reformatting.

  • Page 154: Upgrade Abort

    MR-HD100 Functions 8. Select the utility Upgrade 9. Press F3/YES screen appears. This screen continues to UPGRADING display until the upgrade completes. This process may take approximately 10 minutes. 10. On successful completion of the upgrade, the MR-HD100 displays the message, UPGRADE COMPLETE automatically restarts.

  • Page 155: Delete Clip

    MR-HD100 Functions DELETE CLIP Use this item to delete a selected clip. 1. In the Utilities menu, Select DELETE CLIP 2. Use the Scroll Wheel to pick the number of the clip to deleted. 3. Press the function key. F3/YES 4.

  • Page 156: System Reset

    System Reset A System Reset can not be reversed. Diagnostic DO NOT CHANGE THE SETTINGS OF THIS FUNCTION This function is included to assist Focus Enhancement Technical Support diagnose problems that may occur with the MR-HD100. MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 157: Status

    7.69 V TEMPERATURE: BACK The MR-HD100 Status screen provides details of the systems power state as well as internal temperature. This screen may assist Focus Enhancements Technical Support in determining power and thermal problems with your unit. Version VERSION 1.0.0.00000000...
  • Page 158 MR-HD100 Functions MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 159: Mr-Hd100 With Other Devices

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Once video clips are recorded to the MR-HD100, they can be edited in most computer based DV/HDV NLE systems. This section contains: Windows and MAC Operating Systems page 141 MAC OS and Windows page 137 FAT32 page 141 page 142 Initial Setup...
  • Page 160 MR-HD100 with Other Devices In the past, to get footage into an NLE system, it was necessary to capture / digitize the footage using a video capture card. The MR- HD100’s NFR functionality eliminates the capture stage. All that is necessary is the moving of the video files from the MR-HD100 to a computer.

  • Page 161: Windows And Mac Operating Systems

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Windows and MAC Operating Systems The MR-HD100’s default file system is UDF, Universal Disk Format. However, the MR-HD100 provides the ability to format the drive in either the . Selecting which drive format to use depends FAT32 on the operating system and workflow.

  • Page 162: Udf

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices When clips exceed 9 minutes in length, the MR-HD100 automatically creates a new, file without dropping any frames. The two files have the same root filename but have different two digit suffixes that indicate the order of their creation, -01, -02, and so on. This process can produce as many sequential 2GB files as the drive can hold.

  • Page 163: Initial Setup

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Initial Setup The MR-HD100 can be accessed by computer in three ways: • Directly by USB cable. • Through a wired (ethernet) network. • Through a wireless network. MR-HD100 to Computer Video I/O Computer I/0 IE 1394 USB 2.0 1.

  • Page 164: Mr-Hd100 To Wired (Ethernet) Network

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices MR-HD100 to Wired (Ethernet) Network This procedure requires the use of a USB 2.0 to Ethernet Extender. 1. With the MR-HD100 powered off, use an USB 2.0 to Ethernet Extender to connect the MR-HD100 to the network. 2.

  • Page 165: Mr-Hd100 To A Managed Wireless Network

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices MR-HD100 to a Managed Wireless Network A managed wireless network employs a wireless router to manage connected Wi-Fi devices. The router provides DHCP services the network in a way similar to the DHCP server on a wired network. Setting up the MR-HD100 is similar to that of attaching the MR- HD100 to the ethernet network mentioned before.

  • Page 166: Mr-Hd100 Peer-To-Peer Networking (Wi-Fi)

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices MR-HD100 Peer-to-Peer Networking (Wi-Fi) Peer-To-Peer is the ability to connect the MR-HD100 with other Wi-Fi capable devices without going through a separate wireless router. This permits the videographer to use MR-HD100’s metadata function in the field with a minimum of equipment, the MR-HD100 and another WI-FI device.
  • Page 167 MR-HD100 with Other Devices 3. Go to the > and Select SETUP NETWORK MANUAL SETUP NETWORK MANUAL DHCP 4. If needed, scroll to options SETUP IP ADDRESS IP MASK and modify their settings. BROADCAST GATEWAY 5. Set ESSID > > Select SETUP ESSID ESSID...
  • Page 168 MR-HD100 with Other Devices > > Select SETUP SETUP The key is the wireless equivalent of the network password. 8. Enter the Key code and press Select, see page 113. The display returns to the menu. SETUP A key code is a WEP encryption convention and is not always required.

  • Page 169: Setting Up Ipod Touch (Or Iphone)

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices 9. Set WIFI MODE > > Select SETUP WIFI MODE ADHOC (P2P). SETUP WIFI MODE MANAGED ADHOC (P2P) 10. Verify that is enabled. > > SETUP ENABLE. Setting Up iPod Touch (or iPhone) Use similar settings on other Wi-Fi devices. 1.
  • Page 170 MR-HD100 with Other Devices 5. Press the right arrow in the blue circle to open the Network setting for this Wi-Fi selection. 6. Press the button at the top of the screen. STATIC 7. Select an IP address where the last value is within 20 or 30 of that set on MR-HD100.

  • Page 171: Setting Up A Mac

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Setting Up a Mac Use similar settings on other Wi-Fi capable computers. 1. Select the Wi-Fi selector on the right side of the Mac’s menu. 2. Under Devices, select the ESSID assigned on the MR- HD100 earlier. The Wi-Fi symbol on the menu bar will change to a Wi-Fi device symbol.
  • Page 172 MR-HD100 with Other Devices 6. Verify that the MR-HD100 selected in Step 2 is the ESSID current Network name. If it is not, select it. 7. Click the button. ADVANCED 8. Click on TCP/IP 9. Set CONFIGURE Ipv4 MANUALLY 10. Enter a new IP Address under IPv4 ADDRESS It should be within the IP range set on MR-HD100 and on other Wi-Fi devices connected to the ad-hoc network.

  • Page 173: Setting Up A Pc (Xp)

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Setting Up a PC (XP) Because the operating system’s user interface (GUI) is customizable and that there are multiple versions of Windows XP in the workplace, the following instructions are only a guide. Individual computers may have GUIs different from the one shown here.
  • Page 174 MR-HD100 with Other Devices The Network Connections window opens. 4. Click on Wireless Network Connections The Wireless Network Connection window opens. 5. Click on 6. Click the button. Connect This connects the computer to the MR-HD100. When the connection is made, the signal strength bars in the MR- HD100 listing go green and a message appears.
  • Page 175 MR-HD100 with Other Devices Two messages appear in sequence. 8. Click and then Connect Anyway This completes the wireless connection. 9. Go to on page 156. Completing Network Setup MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 176: Completing Network Setup

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Completing Network Setup The following steps are required to complete the set up. Return to the Wireless Network Connection window. 1. Click on in the change the order of the preferred networks Related Task column to the left. A new window opens.

  • Page 177: Wireless Network Status

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Wireless Network Status To access the current network status -- connection, network name, duration, speed, signal strength: 1. Go to the Control Panel and click on the Network icon. Connection The Network Connections window appears. 2. Click on the wireless network that the FS5 belongs to. The Wireless Network Connection Status window appears.

  • Page 178: Mounting To Windows And Mac

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Mounting to Windows and MAC This procedure is the same for computers running Windows or MAC operating systems. Select HDD MODE On the MR-HD100, > and Select OPERATION MODE OPERATION MODE REC/PLAY This step is required before mounting the MR-HD100 to a computer.

  • Page 179: Mounting And Dismounting The Mr-Hd100

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Mounting and Dismounting the MR-HD100 How this is done depends on the operating system: MAC or Windows. Windows 1. Open the Windows file system via MyComputer, Windows Explorer, or a similar Windows application. 2. Locate the MR-HD100 drive and open it. Often, it appears as a standard disk drive and may be labeled E:, F:, G:, and so on.

  • Page 180: Close Mr-Hd100 Directory And Dismount From Win

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Close MR-HD100 Directory and Dismount From Win- dows 1. Close the file system browser, i.e. Windows Explorer. 2. Terminate mode on the MR-HD100. There are two methods: • Select BACK in the MR-HD100’s dis- HDD BYPASS play.

  • Page 181: Mac

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices 1. Start the Mac computer and connect the MR-HD100’s port to the computer using a standard COMPUTER I/O USB 2.0 type A to A cable. When mounted, the MR-HD100 appears on the computer's desktop as a FAT32 volume with a PC label, as shown below: 2.

  • Page 182: Close Mr-Hd100 Directory And Dismount From Mac

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Close MR-HD100 Directory and Dismount From MAC Dismount MR-HD100 Before Powering Off It is important to dismount the MR-HD100 from the Mac system BEFORE powering down the MR-HD100. To dismount the MR-HD100 from a Mac: 1. Select the MR-HD100 on the computer's desktop. It is marked with a PC symbol.

  • Page 183: Ipod Touch And The Mr-Hd100

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices iPod Touch and the MR-HD100 The MR-HD100’s internal web server, database, and wireless connectivity provide the ability to use the iPod iTouch, or other PDA, to log video clip metadata while recording in the field. During the recording, the clip metadata is stored in the MR- HD100 database.

  • Page 184: Logging Metadata While Recording Logging Metadata

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Logging Metadata While Recording Logging Metadata Content-based Metadata 1. Access the MR-HD100 using the iPod browser. The MR-HD100 page appears. Entry 2. Click on Settings A new page appears. The name of the currently active template is displayed on the Default Template button. 3.
  • Page 185 MR-HD100 with Other Devices 6. Put the MR-HD100 into mode and start recording. Record The Settings page on the iPod now shows: • MR-HD100 Status is recording, • Current timecode, • The number of the track being recorded, 7. Click on Clip Info The iPod displays the Clip info page with the template’s metadata fields and/or their buttons.

  • Page 186: Timecode-Based Metadata (In And Out Markers)

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Once logged, stop the recording. It is also possible to log clip-based metadata to a clip after the recording is complete, mode, but before recording the next STOP clip. It is also possible to log metadata when in mode.
  • Page 187 MR-HD100 with Other Devices 4. Click the button. Mark Out: Set This sets a marker at that point in the timecode of the recording. 5. Name the marker. Click on the field. Marker Name The iPod keypad appears. Key in a descriptive name to identify the video segment: for example injury.

  • Page 188: Video File Types And Name Formats

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices Video File Types and Name Formats: DV File Types Name Format Extension RAWDV AVI Type2 YYYMMDDHHMMSSb01 .AVI or 24p AVI Type2 Canopus AVI YYYMMDD-HHMMSSb01 .AVI Matrox AVI YYYMMDD-HHMMSSm01 .AVI This file has a separate .wav audio file per track.

  • Page 189: Mr-Hd100 Accessories

    MR-HD100 with Other Devices HDV camcorders support these resolutions. Resolution Resolution 720p, 23.976 fps * 1080i, 23.976 fps * 720p, 24 fps * 1080i, 24 fps * 720p, 25 fps 1080i, 25 fps * 720p, 29.97 fps * 1080i, 29.97 fps * 720p, 30 fps 1080i, 30 fps * 720p, 50 fps *...
  • Page 190 MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 191: Non-Linear Editors (Nles)

    Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) This section provides MR-HD100 information specific to supported non-linear editors. Also check the Focus Enhancements web site, www.focusinfo.com for the latest updates. In this section: Final Cut Pro page 172 MR-HD100 NFR Workflow page 172 Overview of XML...

  • Page 192: Final Cut Pro

    Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) Final Cut Pro MR-HD100 NFR Workflow Traditional File-Based Workflow Traditional video workflow is based on the film industry. Video like film is considered as an actual strip of film or tape that is identified by a code number. Records of the content of the video is physically logged and maintained separately from the tape.
  • Page 193 Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) • Creating Metadata Template Taking the information generated during project definition, the editor creates xml metadata templates that reflect the project’s content structure. These templates are created using a computer networked to the MR-HD100. The MR- HD100 has a web server that provides a web interface for creating and managing templates.
  • Page 194 Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) For example, here is a possible template for shooting a football game: Field Name Friendly Predefined Value Name Master Comment 1 Play offense defense special teams Master Comment 2 Result complete incomplete fumble interception Once created, a template can be saved, reused, and shared with other MR-HD100s.

  • Page 195: Overview Of Xml

    Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) Overview of XML This section applies to Final Cut Pro 5.1 and later. Using the MR-HD100 Export function creates a pair of associated files: video clip and metadata document file that is in the Apple XML Interchange Format (AXIF). Final Cut supports documents in the Final Cut Pro XML Interchange Format which is a variation of AXIF and is able to open, view, parse and edit the MR-HD100 xml metadata document.

  • Page 196: Importing Video Clip And Metadata

    Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) Importing Video Clip and Metadata To begin, 1. Connect the MR-HD100 to the Final Cut Pro computer using a USB 2.0 A-A cable, 2. Verify that the MR-HD100 has enabled, AUTO ORG 3. Mount the MR-HD100 as a drive on the MAC, see Mounting on page 158.
  • Page 197 Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) 6. Open Final Cut. 7. Click on the option in the Menu Bar. File 8. Highlight the option so that it’s menu appears. Import 9. Select window appears. Choose a File MR-HD100 Media Recorder...
  • Page 198 Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) 10. Select the MR-HD100 drive in the Devices column. A list of directories and files appears. Because Import > XML was picked earlier, the xml files are active but the video files are grayed out and inaccessible. 11.
  • Page 199 Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) The Import XML window appears. 13. Use the Destination field to navigate to the project where the video clip is to be placed. Default is Untitled Project 14. Select from the Default dropdown menu. Auto Auto enables Final Cut to automatically determine the format of the video clip, e.g.

  • Page 200: Viewing A Clip

    Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) Viewing a Clip Column Headers Metadata Field Names Metadata Values 1. To view all of the clips recorded using a specific template, open the folder with that template’s name. A list of all the video clips associated with the template appears.
  • Page 201 Non-Linear Editors (NLEs) TC Dependent Metadata Marker Name and Comment IN and OUT Markers Any clips logged using timecode dependant (TC DEPEND) metadata have an arrow to the left of the clip in the browser window. Clicking on the arrow, displays the marker that was set and the name, if it was entered.

  • Page 202: Mr-Hd100 Media Recorder

    MR-HD100 Media Recorder...

  • Page 203: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Specifications are subject to change. Physical Description • Dimensions: 2.75” x 5.50” x 1.25” (70mm x 140mm x 32mm). • Weight: 12 oz. (0.34 kg) with battery. User Interface • Graphical display, 37mm x 49mm Active Display, color, backlit. •...

  • Page 204: Compliance

    Technical Specifications Compliance • CE • FCC Class A • C-Tick • RoHS Connectors Power - mini-jack DC 11-18 V Computer IO - USB 2.0 Video IO - FireWire 1 x 6-pin IEEE-1394a Inputs/Outputs Video • 1 x 6-pin FireWire, IEEE-1394a, connector with restraining latch.

  • Page 205: Nfr Video Formats

    Technical Specifications NFR Video Formats • SD • DV25 Frame rates: 480i @ 30 fps. 480p @ 24 and 30 fps. 576i/p @ 25fps. • HD/HDV Frame rates: 720p @ 24, 25, 30, 50 and 60 fps. 1080i @ 24F, 30F, 50 and 60 fps. Audio Embedded in the FireWire signal •...

  • Page 206: Disk Drive

    Technical Specifications Disk Drive • Capacity: 60GB or 100GB • Form Factor: 1.8” • Formatting: UDF • Speed: 4200 RPM • Type: PATA (IT series) NFR File Formats Supported • DV25 AVI 2 AVI 2 – 24p Canopus AVI Matrox AVI QuickTime QuickTime 24p OP Atom...

  • Page 207: Error Messages

    NO SPACE LEFT! The Disk Drive is Full. Transfer files off the drive and format it before attempting to do more recording. DISK ERROR Lost Disk Communication. Contact Focus Enhancements Technical Support. NO DISK Lost Disk Communication. Contact Focus Enhancements Technical Support.

  • Page 208: Environment

    Technical Specifications Environment • Operating Temperature: 0-40° C (32° -104°F) • Storage Temperature: -20-60° C (-4° -140°F) • Ambient Operating Humidity: Within 10% to 85% (relative humidity) • Shock (Drop Test): Operating 50cm / Non-operating 100cm Power • Main unit: 11 –...

  • Page 209: Warranty

    Technical Specifications Battery Installed - partially discharged, full charging current Volt- in No Dongle With Linksys Dongle Notes 14.4 V 0.608A (8.75W) Record Mode-LCD/ Backlight at max 14.4 V 0.525A (7.6W) 0.575A (8.25W) record for 1 hr., internal T=56 deg.C Operation When operating the MR-HD100 at 12V rather than 14.4V, the power consumed remains the same, but the current draw...
  • Page 210 MR-HD100 Media Recorder...
  • Page 211 Index Numerics muted, vfr mode 187 auto mark 118 1080i auto org 71, 72, 117, 176 disable 132 50/60 3 canopus 3 480p matrox 3, 168 AVI 1 576p AVI 2 3, 35 720p AXIF 47, 53, 61, 63, 173, 175 3, 82 3, 82 6, 82, 108, 142...
  • Page 212 Index reset 10 right soft button 12, 13, 23 cable scroll/select wheel 12 FireWire, 4-6 pin 2 select 13 FireWire, 6-6 pin 2, 15 stop power 2 USB, 2.0,A-A 2 up soft button 12 cache, retro 5 corrupted files 128 camcorder counter not incrementing 37 connecting to MR-HD100 22...
  • Page 213 Index error, no space left 187 extender 144 repair 128 MR-HD100, connecting to 52 retro 6 setup 144 time remaining 80 USB.20 144 disp export by track 72 display 10 exporting indicator, rec mode 86 matching metadata 74 reel metadata to xml 72 remaining recording time 81 template 54, 76 timecode, external device 81...
  • Page 214 Index transfer rate 4 transfer, asynchronous 6 gateway 109, 111 write 6 xml, import 50 Final Cut Pro 56, 61 auto org 176 export 72 formats 3 log and capture 173 1080i 1 timeline 181 720p 1 viewer 181 71, 84 xml interchange format 175 exiting 84 FireWire...
  • Page 215 Index defining fields 172 descriptive 46 edit predefined values 65 entering 57 export 72 export by track 72 export from database 50 battery charge 14 export matching 74 disk status 14 export metadata, web page 56 left lock log and capture 173 low battery 187 field name 180 field, disabling 62...
  • Page 216 Index playback 42 managed 114 record/play 33 recording rormat 34 peer-to-peer 114 recording, normal 87 setup, dhcp 109 recording, retro cache 87 setup, manual 109 retro cache 5 retro disk 6 wired 6 timecode 35 wireless 6 mpeg 1 16 new file no dropped frames 38 mr-hd.bin 133 3, 32, 172...
  • Page 217 Index NTSC consumption 20 number external dc device 20 clip FireWire 15 volume 80 input, 11-18 volt dc 5 reset 10 pre-rec cache 86 production 49 operation post control 32 pre- defaults 32 ProxSys Media Transfer Utility 56 external 37 mode 84, 85 mode, NFR format 90 mode, rec format 90...
  • Page 218 Index mode, retro cache 87 control 85 mode, retro disk 88 home 79 modes 24, 86 mode 84 normal 36, 38, 86 NFR format 90 pre-rec cache 86 rec mode 86 reel timecode 92 remaining time on disk 81 welcome 79 SNAP 89 scroll wheel 12, 13 SNAP DV 86...
  • Page 219 Index right 12, 13, 23 new, creating 60 12, 13 NLE 44, 74 software error, wrong id 187 timecode-based 44 status web page 53 LED 14 XML, Apple 47 operation 80 time remaining on disk 80 stop button 11 timecode structured files based 47 automatically organize 117...
  • Page 220 Index updating metadata 58 entry page 52 upgrade export metadata page 56 abort 134 metadata entry page 55 system 133 metadata pages 53 4, 15 metadata settings page 54 802.11b/g 6 template page 53 adapter 6, 16 asynchronous 16 wheel scroll/select 12 cable, 2.0, A-A 2 wifi data interface 5...

  • Page 221: Index

    Index MR-HD100 Media Recorder index - 11...
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