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Part Number: MANL-1038-04

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  • Page 1 FS-C Portable DTE Recorder User Guide Part Number: MANL-1038-04...

  • 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 Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00PM techsupport@como.com +49 4307 - 83 58 58 +49 4307 - 83 58 99 COMO Computer & Motion GmbHA A Focus Enhancements Company Lise-Meitner-Str. 15 24223 Raisdorf / Germany www.focusinfo.com FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 5: Regulations And Safety

    • 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. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008...
  • Page 6 Symbol Used In the FS-C 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: Electrical Precautions

    Verify Power Plugs are Fully Inserted To prevent potential electrical shock to personnel, verify that the FS-C 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 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the FS-C, verify that the antenna or cable system is grounded. This provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

  • Page 9: Power Lines

    Lightning and Power Surges During electrical storms or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the FS-C from the power source and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Power Lines Do not locate an outside antenna system in the vicinity of overhead power lines, electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall onto such lines or circuits.

  • Page 10: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    (including amplifiers) that generate heat. Ventilation Do not block the ventilation openings in the FS-C 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

    Introduction DTE Eliminates Pre-edit Processing Unpacking Features FS-C Features FS-C 2.0 upgrade features Quickstart Physical Description and Basic Controls Front Panel Controls LCD Display Function buttons (A, B, C) Power On Button Navigation Buttons Transport Control Buttons Record Back Search...
  • Page 12 Installing / Removing the Battery Pack Installing a Battery Removing a Battery Charging the Battery Connecting a FS-C to a DV/HD Camcorder Record and Playback with the FS-C Power On the FS-C Select HDD Recorder Mode Select a DV/HD File Format...
  • Page 13 Table of Contents Retro Disk Record Mode Loop Record Saving Loop Record Clips Snap Record Time Lapse Record HDD Mode Screen Setting Up Master and Slave FS-C Format Screen DV Formats HD Format Screen Setup Screens Date Time Version LCD Light On, Off, Auto...
  • Page 14 Play From Screen Control Screen LCD Display Symbols and Text Technical Specifications Physical Description Input/Outputs Power Audio/Video/Timecode Specification DTE File Formats Disk Information Log Files Error Messages Warranty Temperature Compatible Camcorders and Accessories Table of Contents FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    DTE Eliminates Pre-edit Processing The FS-C DTE disk recorder eliminates the need to capture, transfer or convert video clips before editing. The FS-C 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...

  • Page 18: Unpacking

    2. Belt clip 3. User guide 4. Two Firewire cables 5. Power cord 6. Power supply with cable and connector to the FS-C 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 FS-C 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 FS-C as your media source.
  • Page 20 1.5" thick. You can mount the FS- C directly to your camcorder using the optional camera mount kit, or clip the FS-C directly to your belt. The FS- C is designed to withstand the rigors of field shooting.

  • Page 21: Fs-C 2.0 Upgrade Features

    FS-C 2.0 upgrade features • QUICKTIME HD DTE format • MXF OPatom DV DTE format. • HD TC display and restripe capabilities. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder Introduction...
  • Page 22 FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 23: Quickstart

    The FS-C Menu System ... 16 Connecting the FS-C to AC Power ... 20 Installing / Removing the Battery Pack ... 21 Connecting a FS-C to a DV/HD Camcorder ... 23 Record and Playback with the FS-C ... 24 Power On the FS-C ... 24 Select HDD Recorder Mode ...

  • Page 24: Physical Description And Basic Controls

    SELECT button down for 5 seconds. Function buttons (A, B, C) Below the FS-C 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 25: Power On Button

    Hold down the second. • Power OFF Hold down the During power off, the FS-C 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 FS-C menus.

  • Page 26: Record

    For instance, if you are in 10X FF speed and you press the Back Search button once, the FS-C 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 27: Back Index

    Pause, STOP and Power OFF While in the Home screen, and in any transport mode, press this button to Pause the FS-C. Press it again to stop the FS-C. Refer to the section, Setup Screens To power off the FS-C, hold down the seconds.

  • Page 28: Top Panel

    Power ON 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.) FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 29: Computer Firewire Connector

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

  • Page 30: 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 FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 31: Bottom Panel

    Bottom Panel The FS-C 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...

  • Page 32: The Fs-C Menu System

    Quickstart The FS-C Menu System The FS-C 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 navigation buttons.
  • Page 33 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 information. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder 2.0 upgrade only DV mode only on page 76 for more Quickstart...
  • Page 34 Use Ext. FS-C DV mode only DV mode only DV mode only DV mode or 2.0 only DV mode or 2.0 only DV mode or 2.0 only NTSC only NTSC only HD only in 2.0 upgrade FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...
  • Page 35 Contains the following recording functions: • Normal • Retro Disk • Retro Cache • Loop Record • SNAP DV mode only • Time Lapse FS-C Portable DTE Recorder the following formats are DV Recorder the format displayed is: HD Recorder DV mode only Quickstart...

  • Page 36: Powering The Fs-C

    2-3 hours to charge. Connecting the FS-C to AC Power Attach the AC power cord to the FS-C (with or without battery installed). The FS-C is immediately ready for operation. To do this, connect the AC power as follows: Battery Pack 1.

  • Page 37: Installing / Removing The Battery Pack

    Apply backward pressure to the battery pack at the triangle/arrow and gently slide the pack back about 1cm or 3/8 in. This is the reverse motion of inserting the battery. Remove the battery pack. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder Battery Gently press Latch Hook while sliding battery pack...

  • Page 38: Charging The Battery

    Focus Enhancements. Using FireWire to Charge FS-C It is possible to charge the FS-C 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 39: Connecting A Fs-C 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. FS-C Supplied with 4-pin to 6-pin FireWire Cable A 4-pin to 6-pin FireWire, 1394, cable is provided with the FS-C.

  • Page 40: Record And Playback With The Fs-C

    Quickstart Record and Playback with the FS-C Before using the FS-C, set up the unit as outlined in the following sections: Power On the FS-C ... 24 Select HDD Recorder Mode ... 25 Select a DV/HD File Format ... 26 Set Time and Date ...

  • Page 41: Select Hdd Recorder Mode

    2. The Welcome screen appears and displays while the The Home screen appears when the FS-C initializes. 3. The Home screen appears when the FS-C first powers up. For more details about this screen, COUNTER 00:00:14:02 DISK 1 REEL TAPE DISP LOCK Select HDD Recorder Mode 1.

  • Page 42: Select A Dv/Hd File Format

    Left 4. Press the button once and advance to the Right DV RECORDER DV FORMATS navigation buttons to select the DV file button on the navigation buttons. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder results in the screen. SETUP...

  • Page 43: 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 FS-C file naming function. 1. Press the navigation button several times until the Setup Right display appears on the screen as shown below:...
  • Page 44 For more information on the Setup function, refer to the section, on page 65. Setup Screens SET TIME : 21 : 13 HH : MM : SS BACK navigation buttons to change the navigation buttons to Right Left SETUP FS-C Portable DTE Recorder on the BACK screen. button to Select...

  • Page 45: Record With The Fs-C

    Before beginning recording, verify that: 1. Time and date are set. 2. Recording format is set. 3. The FS-C is connected to the video camera according to the explanation in on page 23. 4. Camera and FS-C are powered on.
  • Page 46 FS-C and the camera. • Verify that the FS-C 1394 DV I/O and the camera connections are secure. It may be necessary to unplug and then reconnect them. When a good connection is made, the Counter increments and recording starts.

  • Page 47: Manual Recording

    Stop (OFF) button a second time. The FS- (OFF) once to return the FS-C to mode. and the FS-C begins to record again on the (OFF) twice to stop the recording. twice to begin recording a new clip. Quickstart mode.

  • Page 48: Syncro Slave

    • Syncro Slave mode requires that a tape be in the camcorder for operation. • The FS-C must be set to • In this mode, the FS-C watches the record state of the camcorder and follows its actions. When Synchro Slave mode is entered from the menu, the...

  • Page 49: Tapeless

    SYNCRO SLAVE AV / C -TAPELESS Use the Tapeless control mode with camcorders that are compatible with FS-C external control or tapeless operation capabilities. • When the FS-C is in with the tape state, indicating that the unit is in mode.

  • Page 50: Playback On The Fs-C

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

  • Page 51: Fs-C Using With A Computer

    Once video clips are recorded to the FS-C 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 FS-C in Windows ... 37 FS-C and FAT 32 ... 40 Using Avid OMF Clips (Required for DV mode only) ...

  • Page 52: Initial Setup

    For More Information Go to the FOCUS Enhancements' website (www.focusinfo.com) for more compatibility information. • Use the FS-C HDD Bypass mode, refer below for more information. The FS-C is compatible with any computer system that can read FAT 32 volumes, such as Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP and Mac OS9/OS10.

  • Page 53: Mounting The Fs-C In Windows

    A Computer directory window appears. 2. Locate the FS-C drive and open it. Often, it appears as a standard FireWire disk drive and may be labeled E:, F:, G:, and so on.
  • Page 54 OMF has two separate .aif audio files per track. FS-C Video Clips in Reel Folder FS-C 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 FS-C to a computer.
  • Page 55 QUICKTIME format. The unit will not record these resolutions when the camera is in HD RECORDER QUICKTIME format. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder FS-C Using with a Computer is a letter indicating the resolution of the Resolution 720p, 23.976 fps *...

  • Page 56: Fs-C And Fat 32

    • 1080i (MOV) - 8 minutes, • 1080i (M2T) - 9 minutes, When clips exceed 2GB in size, the FS-C 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.

  • Page 57: Using Avid Omf Clips

    OMF video file and two separate AIF audio files. On the computer's desktop, the files appear similar to those shown below. On the FS-C, the video file (OMF) and the audio files (AIF) appear as one track. When an Avid OMF file is deleted, the FS-C deletes the audio and video portions at the same time.
  • Page 58 To use a FS-C recorded Avid OMF file on an Avid NLE system, use the following procedure. ORGANIZE OMF Function If using the ORGANIZE OMF function on the FS-C before connecting it to a computer, steps 2 and 3 are not necessary Locate and open the FS-C drive folder.
  • Page 59 Locate and select the FS-C 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 connected and recognized by the computer.

  • Page 60: Dismounting The Fs-C (Windows)

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

  • Page 61: Mounting The Fs-C (Macintosh)

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

  • Page 62: Dismounting The Fs-C (Macintosh)

    It is important to dismount the FS-C from the Mac system BEFORE powering down the FS-C. To dismount the FS-C from a Mac: 1. Select the FS-C on the computer's desktop. It is marked with a PC symbol. 2. Drag the drive into the dismounts the particular disk drive.

  • Page 63: Mounting Hardware

    Mounting Hardware Mounting FS-C to a Camcorder Mount the FS-C to your camcorder using the optional Camcorder Mount Kit (P/N ASYF-0849-01). For more information about this kit or to order it, contact Focus Enhancements: Email: Telephone: Address: EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)

  • Page 64: Clipping To A Belt

    A belt mount clip is included with the FS-C. This mount is similar to those used with cellular telephones. Attach the belt mount to the belt clip post on the rear of the FS-C and push it down to lock it in position. The belt clip can ratchet to various positions when attached to a belt.

  • Page 65: Fs-C Functions

    Functions Screen ... 76 Utilities Screen ... 81 Control Screen ... 97 FS-C 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 Use the Down screen items (selections).

  • Page 66: General Screen Information

    FS-C Functions General Screen Information The FS-C LCD displays are organized by function with each screen 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 67: Home Screen

    76 for more information. Screen 8. FB Functions with on page 76 for more information. Screen 9. FC Functions with on page 76 for more information. Screen FS-C Portable DTE Recorder Left STOP 1- COUNTER 00:00:14:02 DISK 1 168 min REEL TAPE DISP LOCK unless multiple FS-C’s are...

  • Page 68: Disp (Display) Information Fields

    REEL appears in REEL LIST button advances the display to the next DISP HDV TC TYPE page 74. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder NO REEL HD RECORDER HDV TC TYPE TIME CODE on page 70.
  • Page 69 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 FS-C HD unit. Possible values are: • 1080/50i TC • 1080/60i TC • 1080/30F •...

  • Page 70: Fs-C System Information Screens

    FS-C Functions FS-C System Information Screens The FS-C automatically creates information screens to indicate conditions such as high temperature, power remaining, or drive capacity remaining. WARNING POWER REMAINING Press to clear the screen and return to the last screen. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 71: Record Screens

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

  • Page 72: Normal Record

    For more about LCD display symbols and text, see on page 99. Symbols and Text Normal Record This is the standard recording mode. • All control is from the FS-C front panel. Initially, the • Pressing Record mode. • Pressing Record mode.

  • Page 73: Retro Disk Record Mode

    1 minute clips. • Retro Disk is available in control modes. • When Retro Disk is set, the symbols appear in the FS-C display. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder FS-C Functions This is the only editable line on screen.

  • Page 74: Loop Record

    • Use Snap in modes. • Removing power from the FS-C in the midst of a Snap recording session causes the unit to return to Normal recording mode when it powers back up. record session, place the unit in SNAP records.

  • Page 75: Time Lapse Record

    • The time between recording periods can be set in frames, seconds, minutes, and hours. • The maximum time between recorded frames is 24 hours. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder on page 69. DV modes only This line is not active: reference only.

  • Page 76: Hdd Mode Screen

    This screen displays the following items: • DV RECORDER This sets the FS-C as a DV recorder. Connect the camera to the FS-C DV I/O port using a FireWire cable. • HD RECORDER This sets the FS-C as an HD recorder.
  • Page 77 Identifying Master/Slave Volumes During Record/Playback When two FS-Cs are in combined via USE EXT FS-C and in either Record or Playback mode, the volume on the Home screen will display 1-xxx when the master unit is recording or playing back and 2- xx if it is the slave.

  • Page 78: Setting Up Master And Slave Fs-C

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

  • Page 79: 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. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder DV FORMATS...

  • Page 80: Hd Format Screen

    FS-C Functions HD Format Screen HD FORMATS -M2T QUICKTIME The FS-C 2.0 upgrade provides the additional HD DTE format QUICKTIME The latest DTE supported applications and file formats are listed on the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com. Check regularly for updates.

  • Page 81: Setup Screens

    STOP FRAME; (1st frame of current clip) • STOP GRAY • STOP NO VIDEO • EXT CTL OFF • EXT CTL PAUSE FS-C Portable DTE Recorder SETUP BACK Group Default DV mode only Group Default Group Default FS-C Functions function button.

  • Page 82: Date

    HDV TC TYPE • LCD CONTRAST Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set. They are used in the FS-C file naming function. Set Time and Date Refer to Date DV mode or 2.0 only DV mode or 2.0 only...

  • Page 83: Time

    Time Version This screen displays: • FS-C Firmware version • SD video of the unit. • FS-C model FS-C Portable DTE Recorder SET TIME 1 0 : 5 0 : 4 0 HH : MM : SS BACK VERSION 2.0.0.01010106...

  • Page 84: Lcd Light On, Off, Auto

    • When the alarm is enabled, pressing any button on the FS-C produces audio feedback. • The FS-C alarm triggers when conditions such as low battery charge, low disk space, or over heating occur. • When Alarm is set to buttons is disabled, however the alarm will still sound for low power, high heat, or low disk space conditions.

  • Page 85: Ext Ctl Off, Pause, Frame, File

    FS-C through the optional RS-232 cable. RS-232 Cable Available from Focus Online Store The RS-232 cable required to connect the FS-C 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 86: Time Code Ext, Rec Run, Free Run, Regen

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

  • Page 87: Tc Set

    The Timecode Set parameter stores a user defined timecode in FS-C’s non-volatile memory. This value is available for use by the FS-C immediately after exiting • TC FREE RUN The FS-C 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 88: 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 FS-C 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 89: Tc Drop, Non-Drop

    DROP HH NON-DROP HH FS-C Portable DTE Recorder NTSC only The first minute of each hour is not dropped. Group Default FS-C Functions...

  • Page 90: Hdv Tc Type

    FS-C Functions HDV TC TYPE FS-C 2.0 upgrade only -TTC GOP TC REC TC This menu sets the source of the timecode displayed in the TC DISP mode, while in HD RECORDER mode. This is also the timecode reported in AV/C control mode.

  • Page 91: Lcd Contrast

    1. Use the navigation button to go to the Right submenu. 2. Use the Down the contrast number. 3. Press when done. BACK FS-C Portable DTE Recorder SET CONTRAST BACK navigation buttons to increase and decrease FS-C Functions SET CONTRAST...

  • Page 92: 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 FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 93: Functions List

    No Function. FB DISP DISP (Toggles the different TC display modes) (Default) FB ALARM ALRM/MUTE Turns the FS-C alarm on or off. FB FILE FILE (Toggles between normal and display of the file name) FB REELS REEL Increments current reel number...
  • Page 94 FC LOCK LOCK/UNLK Locks the buttonpad (Default) - toggles between LOCK and UNLK <Unlock> FC DV/DD DD Toggles FS-C between DV/HD and HDD Modes FC REELS REEL Increments current reel number FC R0-0 R0 Marks Current Clip to Reel 0,...

  • Page 95: Lock/Unlk

    LOCK/UNLK: This function is a toggle switch that locks and unlocks the keys on the FS-C’s front panel. To prevent accidental unlocking of the front panel, there is an unlock confirmation screen: Press the UNLK Press SELECT FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 96: Assigning Clips To Reels

    The Functions menu offers two types of markers to use, as an example • FA REELS Selecting the FA REELs programs the FS-C to mark the clips to the currently selected reel. The current reel is indicated in the line selection.

  • Page 97: Utilities Screen

    ORGANIZE MXF • ORGANIZE PINN • DELETE CLIP • FORMAT • REPAIR DISK • REPAIR CLIP • FILE NAME • UPGRADE • SYSTEM RESET • DIAGNOSTIC • STATUS FS-C Portable DTE Recorder UTILITIES 2.0 only DV mode only FS-C Functions...

  • Page 98: Organize Reel

    Avid timeline. Refer to the section, (Required for DV mode only) Organize MXF FS-C 2.0 upgrade only When using MXF OPAtom with some NLEs, such as AVID Xpress Pro, it is necessary to do an Organize MXF prior to importing the clips. Organize MXF is available in the Utilities menu.

  • Page 99: Organize Pinn

    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. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 100: Delete Clip

    4. Press to return to the BACK When a clip is deleted, the FS-C 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.

  • Page 101: Format Disk

    FS-C 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 FS-C before formatting. This selection formats the disk as follows: 1. From the Utilities 2.

  • Page 102: Repair Disk

    For example, recording terminates due to a loss of power to the FS-C. Repair Disk scans the entire disk drive checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files. When the file is repaired it is can be used in the NLE system.

  • Page 103: Repair Clip

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

  • Page 104: File Name

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

  • Page 105: Upgrade

    1. Set the FS-C to DD Drive connect it to a computer. 2. On your computer, rename the XXX.bin file as 3. Copy or drag the fsc.bin file to the FS-C while it is in mode. 4. Exit the FS-C from screen.

  • Page 106: Upgrade Errors

    UPGRADE ERROR WRONG PRODUCT Verify that the update is for the model of FS-C 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 FS-C go to the...

  • Page 107: System Reset

    FS-C hard drive’s root directory. System Reset The System Reset feature restores the factory default settings for the FS-C unit. This feature is useful for diagnosing problems with the unit. System Reset A System Reset can not be reversed.

  • Page 108: Status

    SUPPLY1: SUPPLY2: SUPPLY3: BATTERY: 12.56V TEMP The FS-C 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 109: Reels Screen

    R2 2 R3 3 When a disk is formatted, the FS-C 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 110: Using A Wired Remote Control

    LOCAL 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/. ORGANIZE REEL on page 97.

  • Page 111: Play Screen

    LOOP CLIP LOOP ALL PLAY ALL • Play Clip In this mode, the FS-C plays the selected clip from start to finish when you press the PLAY button. At the end of the particular clip, the FS-C pauses. • Loop Clip In this mode, the FS-C plays the selected clip from start to finish.

  • Page 112: 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 FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 113: Control Screen

    Control Screen LOCAL -SYNCRO SLAVE AV/C TAPELESS The Control screen provides the capability of enabling the FS-C to operate in five different control modes during record and playback. • LOCAL Local control mode ignores record triggers from the camcorder and is controlled exclusively from the FS-C front panel or the optional wired remote control unit.
  • Page 114 Reels. For example, if the current Reel selection is 3. pressing Keeper To purchase the wired remote control, p/n , for the FS-C, visit Focus Enhancements web site at www.focusinfo.com/sales/store/. • Syncro Slave Use this mode when the camcorder does not have FS-C compatible external control or the tapeless trigger functionality.

  • Page 115: 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 FS-C control, record, play and stop modes: PLAY/REC MODE Stop Pause Play Rec (Pause)
  • Page 116 AV/C* (Play Pause) AV/C* (Play) Syncro Slave (Pause) Syncro Slave (Rec) Tapeless (Pause) Tapeless (Rec) AV/C* Only for use when the FS-C is connected to a computer system. FS-C LCD ll T REC O T REC A STOP ll A<REC TYPE>REC A<REC TYPE>REC...

  • Page 117: 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. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...

  • Page 118: Dte File Formats

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

  • Page 119: Error Messages

    Error Messages Error messages may appear on the FS-C LCD display from time to time. The purpose of these messages is to alert you to action that may effect your FS-C operation. Below is a list of error messages and...

  • Page 120: Compatible Camcorders And Accessories

    Compatible Camcorders and Accessories For a list of tested camcorders, refer to www.focusinfo.com. FS-C Portable DTE Recorder...
  • Page 122 Part Number: MANL-1038-04...

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