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Focus ProHD DR-HD100 User Manual

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DR-HD100
Portable DTE Recorder
User Guide
Release 2.0
Part Number: MANL-0995-04

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  • Page 1 ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder User Guide Release 2.0 Part Number: MANL-0995-04...

  • Page 3: Legal Notices

    LEGAL NOTICES THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL AND TRADE SECRET INFORMATION OF FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS AND ITS RECEIPT OR POSSESSION DOES NOT CONVEY ANY RIGHTS TO REPRODUCE OR DISCLOSE ITS CONTENTS, OR TO MANUFACTURE, USE, OR SELL ANYTHING THAT IT MAY DESCRIBE. USE IN WHOLE OR IN PART WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION OF FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN.
  • Page 4 Contacting FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS: Office Hours: Email: Telephone: Fax: Address: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00PM (Central Time) support@focusinfo.com 763-398-1658 763-571-7688 Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 www.focusinfo.com ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...
  • Page 5 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. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 Model Number: ProHD DR-HD100...
  • Page 6 Symbol Used In the ProHD DR-HD100 Unit This symbol indicates the presence of an uninsulated Dangerous Voltage within the product’s enclosure that may constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. Symbols Used in This Documentation This symbol indicates important information that the User should read.
  • Page 7 Verify Power Plugs are Fully Inserted To prevent potential electrical shock to personnel, verify that the DR-HD100 power cord plug is fully inserted in to a grounded receptor and that the plug blades are not exposed. ATTENTION POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS...
  • Page 8 Lightning and Power Surges During electrical storms or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the DR-HD100 from the power source and disconnect the antenna or cable system. If an outside antenna...
  • Page 9 • If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. • When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 10: Safety Check

    (including amplifiers) that generate heat. Ventilation Do not block the ventilation openings in the DR-HD100 body. Overheating can occur and damage the device. Do not place this device in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Features ........3 DR-HD100 Features ......3 Quickstart Physical Description and Basic Controls .
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Powering the DR-HD100 ......18 Connecting the DR-HD100 to AC Power ..18 Installing / Removing the Battery Pack .
  • Page 13 HDD Mode Screen ....... 57 Setting Up Master and Slave DR-HD100 ..59 Format Screen .
  • Page 14 Temperature ....... . 95 Compatible Camcorders and Accessories ..96 ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    DTE Eliminates Pre-edit Processing The DR-HD100 DTE disk recorder eliminates the need to capture, transfer or convert video clips before editing. The DR-HD100 is a stand-alone device that records DV25, HD 720p, and HD 1080i video to its disk drive as a NLE native file. In HD Recorder mode it has the capability of capturing to disk HD 720p and 1080i video from HDV camcorders equipped with a 1394 interface.

  • Page 18: Unpacking

    3. User guide 4. Firewire cables, four and one foot long, 6-pin to 6-pin 5. Power cord 6. Power supply with cable and connector to the DR-HD100 Removable Li-Ion battery pack Missing or Damaged Components If there are missing or damaged items, contact Focus Enhancements Support for assistance.

  • Page 19: Features

    FireWire, 1394, connection. • Fast and Efficient Editing When shooting is finished, mount the DR-HD100 to a Mac or PC editing system like a typical FireWire hard disk drive. Transfer clips to your NLE's media drive at up to 400 Mbps or edit instantly in real-time using the DR-HD100 as your media source.
  • Page 20 1.5" thick. You can mount the DR-HD100 directly to your camcorder using the optional camera mount kit, or clip the DR-HD100 directly to your belt. The DR-HD100 is designed to withstand the rigors of field shooting.

  • Page 21: Quickstart

    The DR-HD100 Menu System ... 14 Connecting the DR-HD100 to AC Power ... 18 Installing / Removing the Battery Pack ... 19 Connecting a DR-HD100 to a DV/HD Camcorder ... 21 Record and Playback with the DR-HD100 ... 22 Power On the DR-HD100 ... 22 Select HDD Recorder Mode ...

  • Page 22: Physical Description And Basic Controls

    SELECT button down for 5 seconds. Function buttons (A, B, C) Below the DR-HD100 LCD display are three user-defined function buttons: A (left), B (center), and C (right). Use them as short-cut keys for the most frequently selected functions at the bottom of the LCD display.

  • Page 23: Power On Button

    DR-HD100 first must be powered on. • Hold down the • Power OFF Hold down the power off, the DR-HD100 beeps, indicating that it is turning off. Alarm OFF If the Alarm feature is set to OFF, then the power-down sequence occurs silently. Navigation Buttons Use these buttons to navigate through the DR-HD100 menus.

  • Page 24: Record

    For instance, if you are in 10X FF speed and you press the Back Search button once, the DR-HD100 is now in 2X FF mode. In addition, this applies to backward search speeds. The default speed resolution is as follows (NTSC and PAL have slightly different multiples for <...

  • Page 25: Back Index

    Power OFF While in the Home screen, and in any transport mode, press this button to Pause the DR-HD100. Press it again to stop the DR-HD100. Refer to the section, “Setup Screens” on page 62 for more information. To power off the DR-HD100, hold down the seconds.

  • Page 26: Top Panel

    Orange, solid Playback Orange, fluttering Hard drive being accessed during playback. Red, solid Recording Mode Red, blinking Recording Pause Camera (FireWire Connector) (Charging almost completed.) (Maximum charging rate.) (Power On but there is no activity.) ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 27: Computer Firewire Connector

    DV/I/O • 6-pin IEEE-1394a connector • Isochronous 25Mb/s DV video I/O DR-HD100 supports 1080i/720p video I/O when used with HDV camcorders equipped with a 1394 connection like the JVC GY-HD100/101. • DV Audio: embedded 2-channel (48kHz, 16-bit) or 2-channel (12-bit, 32kHz) audio, 720p/1080i HDV MPEG1 Audio Layer...

  • Page 28: Rear Panel

    The rear panel contains the following important items: Fan Intake Vent Do Not Block Side Panel The side panel contains cooling vents as illustrated below. Belt Clip Post Battery Compartment Latch Battery Compartment Cooling Vents Do Not Block ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 29: Bottom Panel

    Bottom Panel The DR-HD100 bottom panel features a single 2-pin DC power connector. Connect the supplied AC power adapter here. Internal Speaker An internal speaker provides alarms and audible feedback. To disable the audible feedback, go to the Settings menu and...

  • Page 30: The Dr-Hd100 Menu System

    Quickstart The DR-HD100 Menu System The DR-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 functions of each of the selections on these screens is explained in more detail in “DR-HD100 Functions”...
  • Page 31 Contains user definable function button selections. Changing a setting with a Function button is identical to changing the setting in its corresponding menu. Refer to “Functions Screen” on page 70 for more information. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder DV mode only Quickstart...
  • Page 32 • DV Recorder • HD Recorder • DD Drive • Use Ext. DR-HD DV mode only DV mode only DV mode only DV mode only DV mode only DV mode only NTSC only NTSC only ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...
  • Page 33 • Normal • Retro Disk • Retro Cache • Loop Record • SNAP DV mode only • Time Lapse ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder the following formats are DV Recorder the format displayed is: HD Recorder DV mode only Quickstart...

  • Page 34: Powering The Dr-Hd100

    2-3 hours to charge. Connecting the DR-HD100 to AC Power Attach the AC power cord to the DR-HD100 (with or without battery installed). The DR-HD100 is immediately ready for operation. To do this, connect the AC power as follows:...

  • Page 35: Installing / Removing The Battery Pack

    1cm or 3/8 in. This is the reverse motion of inserting the battery. Step 3: Remove the battery pack. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder Battery Gently press Latch Hook while sliding battery pack...

  • Page 36: Charging The Battery

    Focus Enhancements. Using FireWire to Charge DR-HD100 It is possible to charge the DR-HD100 battery through the 1394 port on a computer provided that the computer outputs at least 15V through the port. To determine if this is possible, consult the computer’s specifications.

  • Page 37: Connecting A Dr-Hd100 To A Dv/Hd Camcorder

    It is located in different places depending upon the brand of camera. If you are unclear of its location, consult your video camera manual. DR-HD100 Supplied with 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire Cable A 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire, 1394, cable is provided with the DR-HD100.

  • Page 38: Record And Playback With The Dr-Hd100

    Quickstart Record and Playback with the DR-HD100 Before using the DR-HD100, set up the unit as outlined in the following sections: Power On the DR-HD100 ... 22 Select HDD Recorder Mode ... 23 Select a DV/HD File Format ... 24 Set Time and Date ...

  • Page 39: Select Hdd Recorder Mode

    The Welcome screen appears and displays while the The Home screen appears when the DR-HD100 initializes. Step 3: The Home screen appears when the DR-HD100 first powers up. For more details about this screen, “Home Screen” on page 49. COUNTER...

  • Page 40: Select A Dv/Hd File Format

    DV RECORDER DV FORMATS navigation buttons to select the DV file Down button on the navigation buttons. Select button to return to the menu title. button once and advance to the ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder screen. SETUP...

  • Page 41: Set Time And Date

    Set Time and Date Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set because they are used in the DR-HD100 file naming function. Step 1: Press the Right display appears on the screen as shown below:...

  • Page 42: Set Time

    SET TIME : 21 : 13 HH : MM : SS BACK navigation buttons to change the Down Right navigation button followed by the ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder navigation buttons to Left on the BACK screen. SETUP button to...

  • Page 43: Record With The Dr-Hd100

    Use this mode with camcorders that do not have DR-HD100 compatible external control or tapeless trigger functionality. In this mode, the DR-HD100 watches the record status of the camcorder and replicates its actions. A tape must be in the camcorder for this mode to function.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting: Counter Not Incrementing If the Counter does not increment while recording from the camera, it is an indication that there is no active connection between the DR-HD100 and the camera. • Verify that the DR-HD100 1394 DV I/O and the camera connections are secure.

  • Page 45: Manual Recording

    Step 3: On the DR-HD100, press Record This sets the DR-HD100 to Record Step 4: On the DR-HD100, press Record The DR-HD100 begins to record. The timecode value is displayed on the screen. Step 5: Press Stop Record-Pause Step 6:...

  • Page 46: Jvc Gy-Hd

    The JVC GY-HD control setting is the preferred mode when using the companion GY-HD100/101 camcorder. Important GY-HD100 Setting When simultaneously recording to both tape and the DR-HD100, be certain to set the GY-HD100’s OTHER→ BACK SPACE [HDV] Menu selection to P-1394.

  • Page 47: Series Record And Split Slave Control Modes

    HD100 separately from the camcorder’s tape transport. The DR-HD100 is slaved to the camcorder’s GY-HD100/101’s left panel. • Every time the Rec Trigger is pressed, the DR-HD100 begins recording in the selected recording mode. • When the Rec Trigger is pressed again, the DR-HD100 enters mode.

  • Page 48: Syncro Slave

    • The DR-HD100 must be set to • In this mode, the DR-HD100 watches the record state of the camcorder and follows its actions. When Synchro Slave mode is entered from the menu, the Home screen appears with the Pause indicator displayed in the upper left-hand corner along with a is following the camcorder’s record state.

  • Page 49: External

    SYNCRO SLAVE AV / C -EXTERNAL Use the External control mode with camcorders that are compatible with DR-HD100 external control or tapeless operation capabilities. • When the DR-HD100 is in along with the tape state, indicating that the unit is in mode.

  • Page 50: Playback On The Dr-Hd100

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

  • Page 51: Dr-Hd100: Using With A Computer

    DR-HD100: Using with a Computer Once video clips are recorded to the DR-HD100 it is possible to use those clips in most computer based DV/HD NLE systems. This section contains the following: Initial Setup ... 36 Mounting the DR-HD100 in Windows ... 37 DR-HD100 and FAT 32...

  • Page 52: Initial Setup

    DR-HD100: Using with a Computer To move video files from the DR-HD100 to a computer: • Connect the DR-HD100’s a computer with an active OHCI compliant IEEE-1394 FireWire port and the necessary FireWire disk drive drivers. For More Information Go to the FOCUS Enhancements' website (www.focusinfo.com) for more compatibility information.

  • Page 53: Mounting The Dr-Hd100 In Windows

    A Computer directory window appears. Step 2: Locate the DR-HD100 drive and open it. Often, it appears as a standard FireWire disk drive and may be labeled E:, F:, G:, and so on. Step 3: Open the DR-HD100 disk icon.
  • Page 54 OMF has two separate .aif audio files per track. DR-HD100 Video Clips in Reel Folder DR-HD100 permits the storing of video clips in either the standard file folder or a Reel folder. If video clips have been assigned to a Reel folder, it is necessary to run Organize Reels before attaching the DR-HD100 to a computer.

  • Page 55: Dr-Hd100 And Fat 32

    With most DV and many HDV compatible NLE systems on Windows or Macintosh computers, it is possible to use clips within the timeline. Select the clips on the source volume, i.e. the connected DR-HD100, and import them directly into the NLE bin.

  • Page 56: Using Avid Omf Clips (Required For Dv Mode Only)

    OMF video file and two separate AIF audio files. On the computer's desktop, the files appear similar to those shown below. On the DR-HD100, the video file (OMF) and the audio files (AIF) appear as one track. When an Avid OMF file is deleted, the DR-HD100 deletes the audio and video portions at the same time.
  • Page 57 To use a DR-HD100 recorded Avid OMF file on an Avid NLE system, use the following procedure. ORGANIZE OMF Function If using the ORGANIZE OMF function on the DR-HD100 before connecting it to a computer, steps 2 and 3 are not necessary Step 1: Locate and open the DR-HD100 drive folder.
  • Page 58 DR-HD100: Using with a Computer Step 9: Locate and select the DR-HD100 under Media Drive(s). If Drive Does Not Appear If the drive does not appear, check to make sure that the OMFI MediaFiles folder was created correctly with proper case and spacing.In addition, verify that the drive is properly...

  • Page 59: Dismounting The Dr-Hd100 (Windows)

    Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Windows) When finished working with the DR-HD100 and the computer, it is necessary to dismount DR-HD100 from the system Dismount DR-HD100 Before Powering Off It is important to dismount the DR-HD100 from the Windows system BEFORE powering down the unit.

  • Page 60: Mounting The Dr-Hd100 (Macintosh)

    6-pin FireWire cable. When mounted, the DR-HD100 should appear on the computer's desktop as shown below: The DR-HD100 appears as a FAT32 volume with a PC label. Step 2: Locate the DR-HD100 on the desktop and open it up. Step 3: Open the folder with the most recent date code (for example, “20050127-110345-01”).

  • Page 61: Dismounting The Dr-Hd100 (Macintosh)

    Dismounting the DR-HD100 (Macintosh) When finished working with the DR-HD100 and the Macintosh it is necessary to dismount the unit from the system. Dismount DR-HD100 Before Powering Off It is important to dismount the DR-HD100 from the Mac system BEFORE powering down the DR-HD100.

  • Page 62: Mounting Hardware

    Attach the belt mount to the belt clip post on the rear of the DR-HD100 and push it down to lock it in position. The belt clip can ratchet to various positions when attached to a belt.

  • Page 63: Dr-Hd100 Functions

    Setup Screens ... 62 Functions Screen ... 70 Utilities Screen ... 74 Control Screen ... 89 DR-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 Left...

  • Page 64: General Screen Information

    Welcome Screen The Welcome screen appears briefly after boot-up, and automatically switches to the Home screen when the DR-HD100 is ready for operation. Use the Up and Down navigation buttons to move between the items in the display.

  • Page 65: Home Screen

    Screen” on page 70 for more information. 8. FB Functions with Screen” on page 70 for more information. 9. FC Functions with Screen” on page 70 for more information. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder Navigation button. Left Right STOP 1-...

  • Page 66: Disp (Display) Information Fields

    “UB SET” on page 68. modes, this item displays the particular mode, the REEL appears in REEL LIST button advances the display to the next DISP ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder NO REEL...

  • Page 67: Dr-Hd100 System Information Screens

    Line 11 displays the Standard Definition (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 DR-HD100 HD unit. Possible values are: • 1080/50i TC • 1080/60i TC • 720/30p TC •...

  • Page 68: Record Screens

    DR-HD100 Functions Record Screens NORMAL -RETRO DISK RETRO CACHE LOOP RECORD The Record screen permits setting the DR-HD100 to various recording modes, depending on the model: • NORMAL • RETRO DISK • RETRO CACHE • LOOP RECORD • SNAP DV modes only •...

  • Page 69: Normal Record

    For more about LCD display symbols and text, see “LCD Display Symbols and Text” on page 91. Normal Record This is the standard recording mode. • All control is from the DR-HD100 front panel. Initially, the Home • Pressing Record mode.

  • Page 70: Retro Disk Record Mode

    1 minute clips. • Retro Disk is available in control modes. External • When Retro Disk is set, the symbols appear in the DR-HD100 display. This is the only editable line on screen. BACK seamlessly begins Local JVC GY-HD...

  • Page 71: Loop Record

    Use Snap in Local control modes. • Removing power from the DR-HD100 in the midst of a Snap recording session causes the unit to return to Normal recording mode when it powers back up. Another Method to Capture Single Frames An alternative to Snap is EXT CTL FRAME.

  • Page 72: Time Lapse Record Dv Modes Only

    The time between recording periods can be set in frames, seconds, minutes, and hours. • The maximum time between recorded frames is 24 hours. DV modes only This line is not active: reference only. BACK ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 73: Hdd Mode Screen

    This screen displays the following items: • DV RECORDER This sets the DR-HD100 as a DV recorder. Connect the camera to the DR-HD100 DV I/O port using a FireWire cable. • HD RECORDER This sets the DR-HD100 as an HD recorder.
  • Page 74 • USE EXT DR-HD Use this option when longer recording times are needed. permits the connecting of two DR-HD100 EXT DR-HD together to provide more disk storage for longer recording. One unit acts as the master with the other as a slave: the master records to itself until full and then continues recording on the slave unit.

  • Page 75: Setting Up Master And Slave Dr-Hd100

    Begin recording or playback using the master DR-HD100. Use DD Drive Mode when Connecting to a PC It is important to take the master DR-HD100 out of USE EXT DR-HD mode before attempting to connect to a computer. To do this, select DD DRIVE from the HDD Mode screen.

  • Page 76: Format Screen

    Use standard file formats for all 25P applications except AVID OMF. OMF is not compatible with 25P DV streams. The latest DTE supported applications and file formats are listed on the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com. DV FORMATS (NTSC only) (NTSC only) ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 77: Hd Format Screen

    DR-HD100 Functions HD Format Screen HD FORMATS -M2T The latest DTE supported applications and file formats are listed on the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com. Check regularly for updates. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 78: Setup Screens

    • STOP NO VIDEO • EXT CTL OFF • EXT CTL PAUSE • EXT CTL FRAME • EXT CTL FILE • TC EXT Group Default SETUP function button. BACK Group Default Group Default ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder Group Default...

  • Page 79: Date

    TC NON-DROP • LCD CONTRAST Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set. They are used in the DR-HD100 file naming function. Refer to “Set Time and Date” on page 25. Date Time ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 80: Version

    DR-HD100 Firmware version • SD video of the unit. • DR-HD100 model LCD Light On, Off, Auto These items enable or disable the DR-HD100's LCD's backlight. • LCDLIGHT ON keeps the backlight on permanently. • LCDLIGHT OFF Keeps the backlight off permanently.

  • Page 81: Stop Frame, Gray, No Video

    HD100 through the optional RS-232 cable. RS-232 Cable Available from Focus Online Store The RS-232 cable required to connect the DR-HD100 to an external control device is Focus part number CBLA-0113-01. It and other accessories mentioned in this manual are available at https://www.focusinfo.com/sales/ store.

  • Page 82: Time Code Ext, Rec Run, Free Run, Regen

    Choose stored number. • TC REC RUN In this mode, after a power cycle, the DR-HD100 starts its TC record count using the last value recorded. A power cycle resets the TC record value to the value.

  • Page 83: Tc Set

    The Timecode Set parameter stores a user defined timecode in the DR-HD100’s non-volatile memory. This value is available for use by the DR-HD100 immediately after exiting • TC FREE RUN The DR-HD100 uses this value on the next recording after it is set in TC SET • TC REGEN This is the starting value when using an empty hard disk drive for recording.

  • Page 84: Ub Set

    Professional applications employ user bits to add metadata to recordings to assist in post production. For example, multiple cameras are used during a shoot. Each DR-HD100 has a unique UB setting that identifies it and the camera it serves. Later, the user bits are used to determine from which camera station the footage was recorded.

  • Page 85: Tc Drop, Non-Drop Ntsc Only

    Step 2: Use the decrease the contrast number. Step 3: Press BACK ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder NTSC only The first minute of each hour is not dropped. Group Default SET CONTRAST BACK navigation button to go to the...

  • Page 86: Functions Screen

    The function groups are independent of each other. • In each group only one selection is active at a time. STOP 1- COUNTER 00 : 00 : 20 : 15 DISK 1 168 min DISP Function Groups FUNCTIONS ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 87: Functions List

    No Function. FB DISP DISP (Toggles the different TC display modes) (Default) FB ALARM ALRM/MUTE Turns the DR-HD100 alarm on or off. FB FILE FILE (Toggles between normal and display of the file name) FB REELS REEL Increments current reel number...
  • Page 88 FC LOCK LOCK/UNLK Locks the buttonpad (Default) - toggles between LOCK and UNLK <Unlock> FC DV/DD DD Toggles DR-HD100 between DV/HD and HDD Modes FC REELS REEL Increments current reel number FC R0-0 R0 Marks Current Clip to Reel 0,...

  • Page 89: Assigning Clips To Reels

    • FB R2-2 Setting a function button to this type of marker, instructs the DR-HD100 to mark the current clip as belonging to the REEL R2. Blank Functions identified as Blank are inactive. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 90: Utilities Screen

    ORGANIZE REEL • ORGANIZE OMF • ORGANIZE PINN • DELETE CLIP • FORMAT • REPAIR DISK • REPAIR CLIP • FILE NAME • UPGRADE • SYSTEM RESET • DIAGNOSTIC • STATUS UTILITIES DV mode only ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 91: Organize Reel

    Once clips have been imported into Liquid Edition, an Index file is created on the disk drive for each clip. Do not delete this file since it is required to continue work in the particular project. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 92: Delete Clip

    Step 4: Press BACK When a clip is deleted, the DR-HD100 re-organizes and displays the remaining clips in sequence. For instance, if there are three clips on the disk: 1-001, 1-002, 1-003. If clip 1-002 is deleted, the remaining clips are reorganized and clip 1-003 becomes clip 1-002. However the base file names are not affected.

  • Page 93: Format Disk

    DR-HD100 before each recording session. Save Files Before Formatting The formatting process erases all data on the disk and is not reversible. Backup all files and clips on the DR-HD100 before formatting. This selection formats the disk as follows: Step 1:...

  • Page 94: Repair Disk

    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 loss of power to the DR-HD100. Repair Disk scans the entire disk drive checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files.

  • Page 95: Repair Clip Dv Mode Only

    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 DR-HD100 and a specific file may be damaged. Repair Clip scans the specified file checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files.

  • Page 96: File Name

    When a clip has multiple files, the first Base file name is displayed Step 3: Press BACK FILE NAME CLIP 001 BACK screen, go to FILE NAME to return to the Utilities ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder navigation Down screen.

  • Page 97: Upgrade

    Step 2: On your computer, rename the XXX.bin file as Step 3: Copy or drag the dr-hd.bin file to the DR-HD100 while it is in mode. DD Drive Step 4: Exit the DR-HD100 from Utilities screen.

  • Page 98: Upgrade Errors

    UPGRADE ERROR WRONG PRODUCT Verify that the update is for the model of DR-HD100 it is being installed on. An update is not cross-platform and must be installed on the model for which it is intended. To find the specific model of a DR-HD100 go to the screen and then version ( page 62.

  • Page 99: System Reset

    Verify that the upgrade file name is dr-hd.bin and that it is in the DR-HD100 hard drive’s root directory. System Reset The System Reset feature restores the factory default settings for the DR-HD100 unit. This feature is useful for diagnosing problems with the unit. System Reset A System Reset can not be reversed.

  • Page 100: Status

    SUPPLY1: SUPPLY2: SUPPLY3: BATTERY: 12.56V TEMP The DR-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. STATUS 1.83V...

  • Page 101: Reels Screen

    R2 2 R3 3 When a disk is formatted, the DR-HD100 creates 10 folders, numbered 0-9, on the disk. During recording or playback of a clip, it is possible to place it into folders or play it from up to 10 different reels.

  • Page 102: Using A Wired Remote Control

    “LOCAL” on page 89. Optional Wired Remote Control (p/n ACSS-0019-01) To order the Wired Remote Control, go to Focus Enhancements website, www.focusinfo.com/sales/store/. screen. The marked clips...

  • Page 103: Play Screen

    • Loop All In this mode, the DR-HD100 plays the entire contents of the disk (all clips), in order, from start to finish. At the end of the last clip, the DR-HD100 begins to play from the beginning of the first clip again without a pause.

  • Page 104: Play From Screen

    Reel List Clips in a selected folder are played back. This function provides the ability to choose between any folders on the disk. Folders can appear with their user assigned folder name (if used). PLAY FROM ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 105: Control Screen

    Transport Keys Keeper (cycles through Reels) 0-9 REEL numbers • Transport ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder CONTROL keys have the same functions as on the DR-HD100. DR-HD100 Functions STOP 1-001 COUNTER 00:00:00:00: DISK 1 000 min SYNC DISP LOCK...
  • Page 106 DR-HD100 is controlled by an external FireWire device such as a NLE system that is not supported by Direct To Edit Technology. In these cases, the DR-HD100 can be used in a manner similar to a camcorder to capture footage to the NLE •...

  • Page 107: Lcd Display Symbols And Text

    LCD Display Symbols and Text The table below shows the different symbols and states displayed on the top line of the LCD when used with different DR-HD100 control, record, play and stop modes: PLAY/REC MODE Stop Pause Play Rec (Pause)

  • Page 108: Gy-Hd100 1394 Rec Trig Mode

    External (Rec) * There is o CAM EVF/LCD Status Display when the GY-HD100/101 is in VTR mode. AV/C* Only for use when the DR-HD100 is connected to a computer system. GY-HD100 1394 REC Trig Mode GY-HD REC TRIG Mode Syncro...

  • Page 109: Technical Specifications

    Custom Removable Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Pack (90 minutes estimated run-time) Audio/Video/Timecode Specification • 25Mb/s, 8-bit 4:1:1 (NTSC-DV) or 4:2:0 (PAL-DV) video (model dependent). The HD RECORDER mode supports 720p (24/25/30) and 1080i (50/60) from HDV camcorders with a 1394 interface. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 110: Dte File Formats

    DR-HD100 compatible with Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP and Mac OS9/10. Log Files With each recording of a particular clip on a disk, the DR-HD100 creates a text log file to identify information about the recorded clip and the recording session. Information includes: •...

  • Page 111: Error Messages

    Error messages may appear on the DR-HD100 LCD display from time to time. The purpose of these messages is to alert you to action that may effect your DR-HD100 operation. Below is a list of error messages and actions you can take:...

  • Page 112: Compatible Camcorders And Accessories

    Compatible Camcorders and Accessories For a list of tested camcorders, refer to www.focusinfo.com. ProHD DR-HD100 Portable DTE Recorder...
  • Page 114 Release 2.0 Part Number: MANL-0995-04...

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