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Keyboard Control Unit
Copyright  1995
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Manual No. 73A005-B

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual Keyboard Control Unit Copyright  1995 All Rights Reserved Manual No. 73A005-B...
  • Page 2: Technical Support

    All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form, or by any means electronically, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of TimeLine Vista, Inc.
  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    After the initial 90 day period labor charges are the responsibility of the purchaser. 2. In addition TimeLine will supply at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements for defective parts for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
  • Page 4 Preface Safety To assist identification of potentially hazardous circumstances or procedures, warnings and cautions will be displayed with the appropriate text. Occasionally, information that provides an enhanced understanding of the text will be provided as a Note. Note: A Note provides information about or an explanation of a topic related to the subject being discussed.
  • Page 5 Preface KCU software configurations. Appendix SMPTE Made Simple Provides basic information and various applications using SMPTE time code. Key Combination Guide Provides Key and Key Combination Identification Numbers for "stuck key" errors. Glossary An alphabetic list of terms used during the discussion of the KCU.
  • Page 6 Preface Keyboard Control Unit 09/08/00...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Keyboard Control Unit Features ..................1-2 System Overview........................1-4 Keyboard Control Unit (KCU)..................1-5 Lynx-2 and Lynx Time Code Modules ................1-6 Lynx System Supervisor Unit (SSU) ................1-7 Lynx Console Control Unit (CCU) .................. 1-8 Remote Motion Controller ....................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Installing the KCU.........................3-2 Cabling..........................3-2 Connecting the KCU and Power Supply Unit ..............3-4 Power Supply........................3-5 Connecting the Lynx-2 Modules ..................3-6 GPIs ..........................3-7 System Supervisor Unit ....................3-8 Quick Test and Initialization....................3-9 Testing the Lynx-2 Modules.....................3-9 Setting Up the KCU .......................3-10 Verifying Communications.....................3-10 Interface Diagrams ......................3-10 KCU Stand-Alone ......................3-11...
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Grouping Machines with the KCU ..................4-12 Machine Modes .......................4-12 Changing the Master Machine..................4-15 Separating the Master and Reference Machines............4-15 Using Offsets ........................4-16 Setting an Offset......................4-16 Calculating Offsets Using Sync Points ................4-17 Trimming an Offset ......................4-18 Editing with the KCU ......................4-20 Editing Example ......................4-20 Setting a Sync Point .......................4-21 Clearing a Sync Point .....................4-22...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents CHAPTER 6 FEATURES AND CONTROLS KCU Display Screen ......................6-2 Machine Information......................6-2 Time Code Information ....................6-3 Machine Status.........................6-3 Calculator Scratch Pad ....................6-4 Transport Controls.........................6-5 LOC (Locate) Key ......................6-5 CUE Key ...........................6-5 ALL STOP Key .........................6-5 ROLLBACK Key.......................6-6 REPLAY Key ........................6-6 EDIT Key ..........................6-6 <<...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Machine (Group) Select Keys....................6-14 A-F Machine (Group) Select Keys ..................6-14 GRP (GROUP) Key ......................6-14 SOLO Key ........................6-14 LOOP Key ........................6-14 BANK Key........................6-15 Calculator Keys ........................6-15 Accessing Time Code Registers ..................6-16 00–ZERO Key .........................6-16 CLR Key..........................6-16 0–TIME/VID Key ......................6-17 1–PRE/A1 Key ........................6-17 2–POST/A2 Key ......................6-17 3–REF/A3 Key ........................6-18...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Macros ..........................6-25 CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED FEATURES Varispeed (KCU 600 Series Software)...................7-2 Varispeed Configuration Requirements ................7-2 X-Frame Synchronization ....................7-2 Varispeed Operation with KCU..................7-3 Varispeed Pivot Points and Offsets .................7-3 Varispeed Options Menu Differences ................7-6 Calculating with Varispeed....................7-8 Displaying Varispeed Status....................7-9 Varispeed Error Messages .....................7-10 System Supervisor Unit (KCU 300 Series Software)............7-10 Installing the SSU......................7-10...
  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction The Lynx Keyboard Control Unit (KCU) is a versatile, powerful machine controller and editor, encompassing a wide spectrum of multiple machine synchronization and audio editing applications. Because the operating environment of the KCU incorporates multiple microprocessors, there are several versions of software available.
  • Page 14: Keyboard Control Unit Features

    Introduction Keyboard Control Unit Features The KCU provides comprehensive control of up to six tape or film transports and two programmable GPI (General Purpose Interface) relay closures. Machines may be operated individually, or any selection of available machines may be operated as a synchronized group.
  • Page 15 Introduction The following is a partial list of features of the Keyboard Control Unit (KCU): User panel with lighted keys. • Two-row alphanumeric display with large (.25" high), blue- • green characters. Programmable macro keys to execute complex operations with •...
  • Page 16: System Overview

    Introduction System Overview This section describes the following components of the KCU system (shown in the following figure): Keyboard Controller Unit (KCU) • Lynx-2 and Lynx Time Code Modules • Lynx System Supervisor Unit (SSU) • Lynx Console Control Unit (CCU) •...
  • Page 17: Keyboard Control Unit (Kcu)

    Introduction Keyboard Control Unit (KCU) The Keyboard Control Unit (KCU) allows remote control of up to six machines. Editing and control commands are entered on the keyboard. Time code status and register contents appear on the 40-character fluorescent display that is hinged above the keyboard. The control panel is designed with separate key banks for ease of operation for the following: Motion control...
  • Page 18: Lynx-2 And Lynx Time Code Modules

    The Lynx modules can also be used to control the record-enable status for serially controlled machines. Film Modules TimeLine offers Lynx-2 and Lynx Film Modules. Film modules integrate sprocketed film transports controlled from a biphase bus into a Lynx-synchronized system.
  • Page 19: Lynx System Supervisor Unit (Ssu)

    Introduction Lynx System Supervisor Unit (SSU) The Lynx System Supervisor Unit (SSU) is a sophisticated communications interface unit. The SSU provides integrated control of a variety of devices used in audio and sound post- production environments. Figure Chapter 1 -4. System Supervisor Unit The SSU simplifies external computer control of a complex post- production system.
  • Page 20: Lynx Console Control Unit (Ccu)

    Introduction Lynx Console Control Unit (CCU) The Console Control Unit (CCU) is a keyboard input accessory for the System Supervisor Unit. A CCU may be used in conjunction with a KCU. The optional Jog/Shuttle wheel assembly is available for console mounting. Figure Chapter 1 -5.
  • Page 21: Remote Motion Controller

    Introduction Remote Motion Controller The Remote Motion Controller (RMC) mirrors the motion control switches of the KCU. Figure Chapter 1 -6. Remote Motion Controller The RMC may be added to the System Supervisor Unit to provide an additional remote transport controller, or to provide machine control and editing features for a CCU/SSU installation.
  • Page 22: Jog/Shuttle Wheel Assembly Kit

    Introduction Jog/Shuttle Wheel Assembly Kit A Jog/Shuttle Wheel assembly kit is available for customer installation into several System Supervisor Unit applications. The Logic I/O connector on the back of the SSU provides for a connection to the Jog/Shuttle Wheel outputs. Please refer to the System Supervisor Unit (SSU) manual for wiring information.
  • Page 23: System Configurations

    Introduction System Configurations In stand-alone operation, the KCU provides control of up to six Lynx-2 or Lynx Time Code or Film modules, two programmable GPIs (General Purpose Interface), and a system lock tally. The KCU handles all the real-time communications with the Lynx Modules via RS422 serial communication.
  • Page 24: Specifications

    The information on the title page of this manual indicates the date and designation of the latest software version covered by the manual and any included addenda. TimeLine Vista, Inc. reserves the right to change the design and specification of equipment without notice. Keyboard Control Unit 1-12...
  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Applications

    Chapter 2 Applications Before you configure the Lynx Keyboard Control Unit (KCU), decide what equipment is needed and how you will set up the system. This chapter illustrates some of the most common KCU applications. Please use these guides in configuring your system...
  • Page 26: Stand-Alone Kcu Operation

    Applications Stand-alone KCU Operation Figure Chapter 2 -1. Stand-alone Keyboard Control Unit Typical Uses The KCU adds editing control to multiple machine synchronization systems. The KCU provides a fast and convenient way to perform time code reading and synchronization. It can easily control frequently performed activities such as locating, entering offsets, slipping one tape machine against another, and doing automated edits.
  • Page 27: Stand-Alone Kcu With A Vtr

    Stand-alone KCU with a VTR Figure Chapter 2 -2. Stand-alone Keyboard Control Unit with VTR Typical Uses TimeLine synchronizers are compatible with numerous video transports including standard 3/4" U-matic, Beta, S-VHS, open reel, and digital VTRs. With the KCU, video machines are always resolved, so they can be selected as master or slave in group machine operations.
  • Page 28: Varispeed And Gearbox Operations With The Kcu

    Applications Varispeed and Gearbox Operations with the KCU Figure Chapter 2 -3. KCU with Varispeed and Gearbox Typical Uses With the KCU, complicated varispeed and time code gearboxing can be controlled from the Keyboard Controller. Preset standard NTSC and PAL pull-ups and pull-downs are included, as well as a varispeed synchronizing range of ±15%.
  • Page 29: Kcu And System Supervisor Unit (Ssu) Operation

    Typical Uses Use the KCU with the SSU for unparalleled control of audio, video, MIDI, and console automation systems. Because of the integrated system approach that TimeLine employs, everything can be controlled from the Keyboard Control Unit. Keyboard Control Unit...
  • Page 30 Applications Keyboard Control Unit 09/08/00...
  • Page 31: Chapter 3 Installation

    Chapter 3 Installation This chapter describes installation and interface procedures for the TimeLine Keyboard Control Unit (KCU). It also includes a quick software verification that shows the KCU is operational. This chapter contains the following information: Hardware supplied • System setup planning •...
  • Page 32: System Setup Planning

    Installation System Setup Planning Before you install and configure the KCU, there are several fundamental issues to consider. Power An AC outlet is required for the KCU. If more than one piece of equipment will be connected to the AC outlet, use a surge- protected power distribution strip as an adequate extension cable.
  • Page 33 Installation Cabling harnesses for the power supply and Lynx-2 modules are provided from the factory with every KCU. The KCU power supply also provides outputs for GPI relays and the SSU. Use the following cable requirements diagram to determine what equipment will be connected to the KCU and to verify that the correct cables are available.
  • Page 34: Connecting The Kcu And Power Supply Unit

    Installation Connecting the KCU and Power Supply Unit Verify that the KCU power supply is set for the correct AC mains voltage as indicated by a small white button showing through one of the four holes at the right of the IEC power cord receptacle. If the voltage setting is not correct for your facility, please refer to the section Changing the Mains Voltage Setting.
  • Page 35: Power Supply

    Installation Power Supply The KCU has an external DC power supply that can be switched to the correct AC voltage for your site. It is suitable for operation at any voltage in any country. Changing the Mains Voltage Setting Figure Chapter 3 -4. KCU Power Supply, Rear Panel 1.
  • Page 36: Connecting The Lynx-2 Modules

    Installation Fuses The correct fuse is installed in the power supply by the factory. In the event that the fuse in the KCU power supply needs to be changed, replace it only with the same type and rating fuse. The normal fuse types for the KCU power supply are listed in the following table: Table Chapter 3 -1.
  • Page 37: Gpis

    Installation To daisy-chain the first Lynx-2 Module to the next module, connect a 9-pin jumper cable from the second RS422 connector on the first Lynx-2 Module to either RS422 connector on the next module. Connect the KCU power supply to a convenient AC mains outlet of the correct voltage.
  • Page 38: System Supervisor Unit

    Installation System Supervisor Unit In addition to the steps detailed above, connect the cable supplied with the System Supervisor Unit between the GPI/SUPERVISOR connector on the KCU power supply and the COMPUTER/ KEYBOARD CONTROL PORT 1 connector on the back panel of the SSU.
  • Page 39: Quick Test And Initialization

    Installation Quick Test and Initialization Follow this procedure to test the communication of different equipment and initialize the KCU. You will be able to operate the system when this procedure is complete. Specific questions regarding initialization for the SSU and Lynx-2 modules can be addressed from their respective owner’s manuals.
  • Page 40: Setting Up The Kcu

    Installation Setting Up the KCU Turn on the KCU power supply unit. The KCU automatically polls the Lynx-2 RS422 Control bus to establish communications with the modules. The LEDs in the KCU STATUS/ON LINE display light, corresponding to the addresses previously set on the modules.
  • Page 41 Installation KCU Stand-Alone Figure Chapter 3 -7. KCU Stand-Alone Production System Keyboard Control Unit 3-11 09/08/00...
  • Page 42 Installation Post-Production System–System Supervisor Unit Figure Chapter 3 -8. Post Production System - Audio Keyboard Control Unit 3-12 09/08/00...
  • Page 43: Chapter 4 Getting Started

    Chapter 4 Getting Started This chapter describes the basic operating procedures to use the Keyboard Control Unit (KCU). Figure Chapter 4 -1. Keyboard Control Unit This chapter presents the following topics: Initializing and configuring the KCU (to be performed after •...
  • Page 44: Initializing And Configuring The Kcu

    Getting Started Initializing and Configuring the KCU Perform the procedures in this section after the installation is complete, but before you begin using the KCU. Turning on the KCU The KCU has a battery backed-up memory system. Each time the KCU is turned on, it powers up in exactly the same condition in which it was powered down.
  • Page 45: Setting The System Reference

    Getting Started Setting the System Reference Before using the KCU, determine the system speed reference your machines will be locked to. When a system reference is selected, the KCU synchronizes all Lynx-2 modules, including the master, as slaves to this timing reference. This provides fast and stable lock- ing because each machine is independently controlled and locked.
  • Page 46: Using Kcu Memory

    Getting Started 3. Press the [A] key. The [A] key will light This solos the corresponding A machine. The current time code position of the A machine is shown in the display. “SOLO:A” appears in the display with the “.” indicating the machine is stopped.
  • Page 47: Retrieving A Time Code Value

    Getting Started 4. Press the [MEM] key. [MEM] key flashes “Store Memory” is displayed, prompting you to choose a memory location. 5. Press [1]. The KCU stores the data into memory location 1. 6. Press [CLR]. Clears the display. Retrieving a Time Code Value 1.
  • Page 48: Using Time Code Registers

    Getting Started Using Time Code Registers Values may be stored to or recalled from any of the time code registers. The calculator keys provide access to the time code register values. The registers correspond to the numbered (00-9) calculator keys: 00/ZERO for the Local Zero register •...
  • Page 49: Time Register

    Getting Started Time Register The calculator [TIME] key provides access to the Time register. The Time register is used to store a time code value to the Lynx-2 or Lynx-2 Film Module. Press [STO], then [TIME], to store a new value in the Time register.
  • Page 50: Reference Sync Point Register

    Getting Started Reference Sync Point Register The KCU uses the time code value in the Reference Sync Point register to calculate offsets for any source machines with source sync points. Offsets are calculated using the following equation: Offset = Source Sync Point - Reference Sync Point If you change the reference sync point value (either in Trim mode or by entering a new value), the KCU recalculates and stores the correct offset for all source machines with active source sync point...
  • Page 51: Offset Register

    Getting Started If you change the source sync point value (either in Trim mode or by entering a new source sync point value), the KCU recalculates and stores the correct offset for that machine. Accessing the Source Sync Point Register The calculator [SYNCP] key provides access to the Source Sync Point register during store, recall, and trim operations.
  • Page 52: Out Point Register

    Getting Started The special function [IN] key is illuminated whenever there is an active value in the In Point register. If no in point is set, it will be calculated automatically when you enter an out point and a duration. The equation for calculating an in point is: In Point = Out Point –...
  • Page 53: Duration Register

    Getting Started The out point is calculated and stored automatically when you enter an in point and a duration. The equation for calculating an out point is Out Point = In Point + Duration The special function [OUT] key is illuminated whenever there is an active value in the Out Point register.
  • Page 54: Cue Point Register

    Getting Started The value in the Duration register is the length of the current programmed edit. If either the in point or out point are changed, the duration is automatically recalculated. The equation for calculating the duration is Duration = Out Point - In Point The Duration register may be accessed during store, recall, and trim operations.
  • Page 55 Getting Started Assigning a Machine to a Group All machines assigned to the group will be controlled together by the transport control keys (synchronously in play). In group mode, the display shows the status of the master machine. Individual machine status can be viewed by pressing the corresponding machine select key.
  • Page 56 Getting Started Locking in a Group Before locking machines in a group, it is good practice to let each machine resolve and lock by itself. By doing this, each Lynx-2 module remembers its transport type and subsequently locks the transport considerably faster. The KCU display indicates whether the machine and group are in lock.
  • Page 57: Changing The Master Machine

    Getting Started 7. Press the [GRP] key. The [GRP] key lights along with any Machine Select keys that have been put into the group. The display changes to the group status mode, showing machine status and the current time code position of the master machine.
  • Page 58: Using Offsets

    Getting Started Using Offsets Offsets are used if the time code on two or more tapes does not match. For example, if tape A starts at 00:00:00:00 and tape B starts at 02:00:00:00, a record in point of 00:30:00:00 cannot be correct for both machines.
  • Page 59: Calculating Offsets Using Sync Points

    Getting Started 4. Press the [B] key. 5. Press [PLAY]. The B machine goes into play. 6. Press [STOP] to locate the machine to a point and stop. 7. Press the [CAPT] key. The CAPT and STO LEDs flash. The slave time code position is captured and the KCU prompts for a register to store it in.
  • Page 60: Trimming An Offset

    Getting Started 6. Press [SOLO], [A], then [>], to Solo the A machine in play mode. 7. Press the [REF SYNC] key. This captures and stores a reference sync point to the master machine Sync Point register. 8. Press [STOP]. 9.
  • Page 61 Getting Started 3. Press the [TRIM] key. Trim key flashes, + LED on, — LED on. The frame trim increment is displayed and the Offset register is called. 4. To change the offset dynamically, Use the [+] key to increase the offset. Press and hold the •...
  • Page 62: Editing With The Kcu

    Getting Started Drop frame code is displayed on the KCU with the frames digits separated from the seconds digits by a semi-colon rather than a colon, as in 03:20:40;00. In mixed code situations, the actual offset value necessary to achieve the desired synchronization in the KCU system is the sum of the following three components: The actual (clock) difference between the two time code values.
  • Page 63: Setting A Sync Point

    Getting Started 3. With the group still in play, press the [OUT] key. The [OUT] key lights and the display shows the captured record Out point in the lower right hand portion of the display. The record out point is marked and stored into the Out Point register.
  • Page 64: Clearing A Sync Point

    Getting Started 4. Press [4/SYNCP]. Display shows the captured time code value stored to the Sync Point register. The value is stored in the Sync Point register. If a reference sync point exists, a new offset is calculated and stored for the slave machine.
  • Page 65: Displaying Version Numbers

    Getting Started Displaying Version Numbers Version number display is available only with KCU 330 series software. To display software version numbers, press [RCL], then [SYS]. The version number for each PROM is displayed. Accessing Status Mode When the KCU display is in group mode, press a machine key A-F to select status mode and recall the Error register.
  • Page 66: Setup Options

    Getting Started 4. After modifying the selected option, exit setup mode by pressing the [SETUP] key a second time. The [SETUP] key stops flashing. Setup Options Setup options are listed in the following table. All selections and associated numbers are listed. Table Chapter 4 -1.
  • Page 67: Setup Example

    Getting Started Setup Example 1. Press [SETUP]. [SETUP] key flashes, LAST and NEXT LEDs light, [+] and [–] keys light. The system is in setup mode. 2. Press [MEM]. There are two options, + and –. Memory key lights. Press [+] to set the memory contents register to hold up to •...
  • Page 68: Kcu Options Menus

    This ensures that all machines lock to the same exact time code position for absolutely accurate edits. If MAST/SLAVE is selected, the master transport resolves and locks to the selected reference, and the slave machines in turn lock to the timeline of the master machine. Keyboard Control Unit...
  • Page 69: Event Select Gpi [Evnt] Options Menu

    Getting Started Event Select GPI [EVNT] Options Menu This discussion of the Event Select GPI options menu is applicable to KCU 080 and 600 series software. For information regarding this menu in configurations of KCU with SSU, and of KCU 300 series software (SSU), see the Advanced Features chapter of this manual.
  • Page 70: System [Sys] Options Menu

    Getting Started Press [SETUP], then [LOOP], to select the loop options. This menu has three choices to define the loop process after edit and replay passes: AFTER EDIT, AFTER REPLAY, and AFTER END. Table Chapter 4 -6. Loop Options Menu MENU SUB-MENU RANGE...
  • Page 71: Transport [Tran] Options Menu

    Getting Started MENU SUB-MENU RANGE TRKS Track Select 0 Video Tracks Safe, Enabled 1 Video Auto-Rst Off, On Transport [TRAN] Options Menu Press [SETUP], then [TRAN], to enter the Transport options menu. Press [SETUP] again to exit and store the transport settings. The transport selections are retained in memory and should only need to be reset if the transport type is changed.
  • Page 72 Getting Started Keyboard Control Unit 4-30 09/08/00...
  • Page 73: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting The KCU displays the following levels of user information, described in this chapter: Keyboard power-up messages • The KCU has a power-up sequence that provides operational information. Prompts • Prompts are displayed as a reminder when a specific keyboard entry sequence is required.
  • Page 74: Keyboard Power-Up Messages

    Lamp test, holding memory The KCU scrolls a lamp test of the motion control switch lamps and holds previously entered and stored data in RAM. Lynx Keyboard Control Unit, Version Kxx.xx The KCU displays the software version installed. Supervisor Disabled, 9 memories The KCU tells you if the System Supervisor Unit is on, or offline and displays the memory size selected, either 0-9 or 00-99.
  • Page 75 Troubleshooting Press ENTER to confirm Cause: A data clear function has been selected (e.g., [CLEAR] + [Poll key]). The KCU prompts for a confirmation before performing the command. When this prompt is displayed, the command will involve resetting the system. Solution: Press [ENTR] if you wish to proceed or any other key to exit.
  • Page 76: Self Test Messages

    Troubleshooting Solo the “ref” group Cause: A reference sync point can not be captured while in group mode or if a slave machine is selected in solo mode. Solution: Solo or Group status the reference machine. Store reg or mem Cause: The [CAPT] or [STO] key has been pressed.
  • Page 77: System Error Messages

    Troubleshooting System Error Messages These error messages are displayed only with KCU330 series software (SSU). Tran: X tape out Cause: The specified transport is not responding to transport commands. Solution: Make sure the transport is correctly connected to the Lynx-2 module, and that the correct tape machine is selected in the menu.
  • Page 78: Warnings

    Troubleshooting Tran:X transport in local Cause: The specified serially controlled transport is switched to local. Solution: Check that the remote switch is set to remote at the machine. Warnings Warnings are displayed when a command sequence is entered incorrectly, or a precondition is required for a command to operate.
  • Page 79 Troubleshooting Lamp test, Clearing memory Cause: A KCU cold boot operation has been initialized. The KCU will re-initialize to default parameters. Some information will be cleared. Lamp test, Holding memory. Cause: A KCU warm boot operation has been initialized. The KCU variables will re-initialize.
  • Page 80 Troubleshooting Track is safe or not available Cause: A track record enable command has been ignored because the track has been set to safe or the KCU can not enable it. Solution: Use the setup menu to select and set the track to ready and then set the track enable.
  • Page 81: Chapter 6 Features And Controls

    Chapter 6 Features and Controls This chapter describes the key functions of the Keyboard Controller Unit (KCU). The following categories are discussed: Display screen provides machine and time code information, • machine status, and a calculator scratch pad. Transport controls provide transport motion control, including •...
  • Page 82: Kcu Display Screen

    Features and Controls KCU Display Screen The KCU uses a bright, 80-character dot matrix vacuum fluorescent display. The display provides transport and time code status, setup displays, register contents, prompt and error messages, and a calculator scratch pad for numeric time code calculations.
  • Page 83: Time Code Information

    Features and Controls An asterisk (*) indicates that the machine is the time code • reference machine. >L indicates that the machine is in play and locked. • >W indicates that the machine is in wild speed. That is, the •...
  • Page 84: Calculator Scratch Pad

    Features and Controls The following reference designations indicate to which system reference the machine or group is locked: Internal Fix Internal Variable External Video Aux (not implemented in current software) Mains (available with K330 software only) Pilot (not implemented in current software) External Time Code In solo mode, a single letter is displayed.
  • Page 85: Transport Controls

    Features and Controls 5. Press the equal [=] key. 1:25:05:00 is displayed as the correct calculation. This number can in turn be stored to any register or memory location. Numbers can also be recalled from registers, have calculations performed, and the new value can be used.
  • Page 86: Replay Key

    Features and Controls The [ROLLBACK] key rewinds the selected machine or group by a predetermined amount. The rollback time can be changed by entering a new value, then pressing the [STO] and [ROLLBACK] keys. Default rollback value is 15 seconds. The [ROLLBACK] key can also be used as a reverse play key for transports that can play backward.
  • Page 87: (Rewind) Key

    Features and Controls << (Rewind) Key In solo mode, the Rewind command is issued only to the machine that is soloed. In group mode, the Rewind command puts all machines currently assigned to the group into rewind or chase. >> (Fast Forward) Key In solo mode, the Fast Forward command is issued only to the transport that is soloed.
  • Page 88: Reh Key

    Features and Controls REH Key In solo mode, the Rehearse command is issued to the soloed machine if it is record enabled and in lock. In group mode, the Rehearse command is issued to all machines currently assigned to the group that are record enabled, if the group is locked.
  • Page 89: Using The Jog/Shuttle Wheel And Controls

    Features and Controls Using the Jog/Shuttle Wheel and Controls Use the jog/shuttle wheel in trim, jog, and shuttle modes to do the following: Spool machines at controlled wind speeds. • Nudge or bump a tape one frame at a time. •...
  • Page 90: Jog Key

    Features and Controls JOG Key In jog mode, the wheel bumps a transport forward (clockwise) or backward (counter-clockwise) a small amount each time that it is turned. If you turn the wheel continuously, the tape scrubs past the heads with a velocity proportional to how fast you turn the wheel.
  • Page 91: Device Select Keys

    Features and Controls Device Select Keys Use the device select keys to determine the system operating mode, and to set operating parameters for system, transport, GPI, and Film Lynx-2. Figure Chapter 6 -5. Device Select Keys SYS Key The [SYS] key displays the software version numbers for the KCU system microprocessors, when used with the System Supervisor Unit (SSU), and provides access to the system error list.
  • Page 92: Trks Key

    Features and Controls TRKS Key Use the [TRKS] key to record enable specific tracks on a tape or video machine. This feature generally is used on serially controlled machines. 1. Press the [TRKS] key to enter track select mode. 2. Press the appropriate machine select key [A-F]. 3.
  • Page 93: List Key

    Features and Controls The following transport keys affect GPI operation: STOP Takes the GPI offline. PLAY Sets the GPI to ready or active. Rehearses the closure. Default setting for the GPIs is Auto-set. For further information, see the EVNT Setup Options Menu and the Using Time Code Registers sections in the Getting Started chapter.
  • Page 94: Machine (Group) Select Keys

    Features and Controls Machine (Group) Select Keys Figure Chapter 6 -6. Machine (Group) Select Keys A-F Machine (Group) Select Keys The KCU can control up to six machines that are assigned to the machine (group) select keys A-F. The Time Code Generator (TCG) allows the [GEN] key to be considered as a machine when the SSU is used with the KCU (K330).
  • Page 95: Bank Key

    Features and Controls BANK Key The [BANK] key is not used at this time. Calculator Keys The Calculator keys offer the following functional categories: Numeric keypad • Register and memory access (see Using Time Code Registers in • the Getting Started chapter for information on using calculator keys to access register values) Auxiliary function keys •...
  • Page 96: Accessing Time Code Registers

    Features and Controls 2. Press the [+] (PLUS) key. The operation selected is displayed. 3. Enter a time of 10 seconds with the calculator keys: 1000 4. Press the [=] (EQUAL) key. The sum is displayed in the lower right portion of the display. 11:27:16:03 Accessing Time Code Registers Calculator keys provide access to the time code register values.
  • Page 97: 0-Time/Vid Key

    Features and Controls be cleared. For example, press and hold the [CLR] key and press [OFST] to clear the offset register for a slave machine. Clear the transport type data buffer and return to default • parameters. Solo the machine. Press and hold the [CLR] key and press [TRAN] to clear the transport register for a particular Lynx-2 module.
  • Page 98: 3-Ref/A3 Key

    Features and Controls 3–REF/A3 Key When not used as a 3 in calculator mode, the [REF] key provides access to the Reference Sync Point register during store, recall, and trim operations. Press the [A3] key in TRKS mode to select and deselect the A3 (Audio Channel 3) track record enable.
  • Page 99: (Equal) Key

    Features and Controls When not used as a 9 in calculator mode, the [DUR] key provides access to the Duration register during store, recall, and trim operations. Press the [ASM] key in TRKS mode to select or deselect the Assemble function for a video machine. = (EQUAL) Key The [=] (equal) key is used in conjunction with the [+] and [–] keys to perform time calculations.
  • Page 100: Kcu Auxiliary Function Keys

    Features and Controls KCU Auxiliary Function Keys Auxiliary function keys perform arithmetic operations with the calculator keys and in combination with other keys to facilitate KCU operations. Auxiliary function keys are located at the right of the calculator keys. Figure Chapter 6 -8. Auxiliary Function Keys RCL Key The [RCL] key recalls time code values that are stored in the KCU registers and memories.
  • Page 101: Capt Key

    Features and Controls 4. Press [CLR], or press [STO] again, to cancel the command. The time code value to be stored may be captured, entered, or calculated. If the [CAPT] key is used to capture a time code value, the store function is automatically invoked. The [STO] key can be used to store a value to any of the following registers: Time...
  • Page 102: Kcu Status Keys And Led Indicators

    Features and Controls KCU Status Keys and LED Indicators Figure Chapter 6 -9. Status Keys and LED Indicators ON LINE (Poll) Key and LEDs Press the yellow [POLL] key to cause the KCU to establish communications with the Lynx-2 Modules by polling the serial communications bus looking for connected devices.
  • Page 103: Rec (Record Enable) Key And Leds

    Features and Controls A good example of the Busy LEDs is seen when you play two or more transports in the group. When Play is first initiated, the Busy LED is lighted for each of the active transports. As each transport is pulled into resolve and lock, the corresponding LED goes out.
  • Page 104: Special Function Keys

    Features and Controls the right most LED is lighted. The display for the reverse direction is exactly the same except that it uses the AUX LEDs left of center. Special Function Keys Special function keys mark current time code numbers showing in the KCU display into the following registers: In Point register •...
  • Page 105: Src Sync Key

    Features and Controls SRC SYNC Key The special function [SRC SYNC] key provides access to the Source Sync Point register. CUE PT Key The special function [CUE PT] key provides access to the Cue Point register. END PT Key The special function [END PT] key is not in use in this release. Macros Macro keys store and recall a series of key presses.
  • Page 106 Features and Controls Keyboard Control Unit 6-26 09/08/00...
  • Page 107: Chapter 7 Advanced Features

    Chapter 7 Advanced Features This manual describes the functions available with the standard Keyboard Control Unit (KCU) 080 series software. This chapter describes those functions uniquely available in other configurations, including KCU 600 and KCU 300 series software. The Advanced Features chapter has the following product sections: Varispeed (KCU 600 series software) •...
  • Page 108: Varispeed (Kcu 600 Series Software)

    Advanced Features Varispeed (KCU 600 Series Software) With the KCU, Lynx-2 modules will operate both X-Frame rate and Varispeed synchronization. Varispeed synchronization permits machines to be locked together and run at different speeds to allow time compression or expansion. Varispeed synchronization allows many operational features: Tapes that have different running times can be fitted together.
  • Page 109: Varispeed Pivot Points And Offsets

    Advanced Features To varispeed a tape, varispeed must be turned on and a varispeed source sync point marked. The KCU detects Lynx-2 modules and Lynx modules fitted with V600 on the Lynx bus, and switches for X-Frame and Varispeed operation automatically. In some instances when using the KCU, subframe amounts appear in the time code registers.
  • Page 110 Advanced Features Example of Pivot Points In this example, the varispeed pivot point is at 00:00:00 (no offset has been entered). There are two tapes with a zero offset. The master machine is running at standard speed, and the slave running with a +10% varispeed.
  • Page 111 Advanced Features Machines running in varispeed can be offset by all standard methods. The offset can be entered manually, captured, or calculated from sync points. Offsets can be recalled and trimmed dynamically, if required, using the [+] and [-] keys or the Jog/Shuttle wheel.
  • Page 112: Varispeed Options Menu Differences

    Advanced Features When the reference sync or edit in points are changed, all machines with active source sync point registers will have their offset recalculated and reposition. The source sync point is active if the [SRS SYNC] key LED is on in solo or status modes. If you do not want a particular slave machine offset to recalculate, the source sync point for that machine should be made inactive by holding the [CLR] key and pressing the [SRC SYNC] key, before...
  • Page 113 Advanced Features Access the options by pressing the appropriate calculator key (3 or 4), or step through the list using the [LAST] and [NEXT] keys. Table Chapter 7 -2. Transport Options Menu MENU SUB-MENU RANGE TRAN Tran Options A-F Machine 0 Capstan Mode Wild, Resolved Keys...
  • Page 114: Calculating With Varispeed

    Advanced Features System [SYS] Options Menu Differences Press [SETUP], then the [SYS] key to acces the System Options Menu Table Chapter 7 -4. System Options Menu MENU SUB-MENU RANGE System Options 0 System Ref SRC Int Xtal, Ext Vid, Mains, VSO 1 Calc Entry Mode Normal, CMX Style 2 Flash Rec Lamp...
  • Page 115: Displaying Varispeed Status

    Advanced Features enter different points on the reference machine to calculate individual varispeed rates for each slave machine. Varispeed Tran Mode Varispeed tran mode is a special version of the normal solo mode. When varispeed tran mode is engaged, the KCU transport functions can be used to solo a transport in the usual way, and to locate to specific points on the tape for marking the start and end time registers for each machine.
  • Page 116: Varispeed Error Messages

    System Supervisor Unit (KCU 300 Series Software) With the System Supervisor Unit (SSU), the KCU becomes a powerful editor/controller within console and automation systems. The SSU becomes the central communication hub of a TimeLine machine control system. Installing the SSU In installation, the KCU and Lynx modules are all routed through the SSU.
  • Page 117 Advanced Features Connecting the System Supervisor Unit Instead of daisy-chaining Lynx modules from the KCU power supply, the ES bus software of the KCU requires that the KCU be connected to the SSU. The Lynx modules are daisy-chained from the RS422 port of the SSU. 1.
  • Page 118: Kcu Options Menus With The Ssu

    Advanced Features KCU Options Menus with the SSU This section describes only those options unique to the KCU in SSU operation. See the KCU Options Menus section of the Getting Started chapter for detailed information on options menus. The following KCU options menus contain options specific to SSU operations, or are available only with the SSU: Event [EVNT] Select GPI options menu •...
  • Page 119 Advanced Features Accessing the Event [EVNT] Select GPI Options Menu Each GPI has a Preroll and Duration register. The Preroll register is used to advance the closure time to allow for slow start of externally triggered devices. Duration can be set to suit the closure type required.
  • Page 120: Group [Grp] Options Menu

    Advanced Features Group [GRP] Options Menu The Group options menu contains settings for group machine operation. The Group options menu is only available with KCU 300 series software. Press [SETUP], then [GRP], to access the Group options menu. Table Chapter 7 -6. Group Options Menu MENU SUB-MENU RANGE...
  • Page 121: System Options Menu

    Advanced Features System Options Menu For an SSU configuration, refer to the following information on the System options menu. This information supersedes the discussion of the System options menu in the Getting Started chapter. To access the System options menu, 1.
  • Page 122 Advanced Features The Time Code Generator options menu is available only with KCU 300 series software. The GEN (Time Code Generator) key provides access to the system reference and timing options. Press [SETUP], then device select [GEN] key, to access the Time Code Generator options menu.
  • Page 123 Advanced Features TCG TRAN MODE configures the SSU time code generators • for use with console automation systems. VIRTUAL is used during NEVE and SSL operation. In this mode, the TCG automatically groups itself with the machines grouped to provide time code to the automation system in use. MACHINE is used to group the TCG manually with the other machines.
  • Page 124 Advanced Features Keyboard Control Unit 7-18 09/08/00...
  • Page 125 Appendix A Introduction The appendix has four sections: SMPTE Made Simple, Key Combination Guide, Glossary, and Quick Reference Guide. SMPTE Made Simple Provides basic information and various applications using SMPTE time code. Key Combination Guide Provides Key and Key Combination Identification Numbers for “stuck key”...
  • Page 126 Appendix Keyboard Control Unit 09/08/00...
  • Page 127 SMPTE Made Simple The Time Code Tutor from TimeLine Introduction When the television broadcast industry moved from film and live performance to prerecorded video production, a method was re- quired to reliably synchronize and edit the new medium. Historically, film rushes were lined up at the clapper board and rubber stamped with footage numbers, and by default film was mechanically held in sync by the sprocket holes.
  • Page 128 The correct solution is to use SMPTE time code a TimeLine synchronizing system. It works like this: a TimeLine Lynx or Micro Lynx generates time code that is recorded onto the audio tapes. The time code is then used as a common reference point, the “glue”...
  • Page 129 Appendix Locking to Picture Suppose you have footage on videotape and you need to create an audio track to go with it. It could be music, dialog, effects, or all three. How do you lock the sound to picture? Use SMPTE and a Micro Lynx or two Lynx modules, exactly as de- scribed in the previous audio example.
  • Page 130 Mix Automation and More If you have a MIDI sequencer and some synthesizers that you want to lock to your multitrack tape or to picture, the TimeLine Micro Lynx can translate SMPTE time code into the MIDI data that the sequencer needs to lock to tape.
  • Page 131 Appendix Figure Appendix A-4. Complete Studio System How Does SMPTE Do It? If you know precisely where a piece of program is and how fast it is playing, then it is possible to use this information to control other machines so that they are all in the right place at exactly the same time.
  • Page 132 Appendix tape speeds up, the frequency will increase. A controlling device, tied into the tape machine’s capstan motor, senses the difference between the reference tone and the pilot tone on tape; and varies the speed of the tape machine motor to make the two match up again.
  • Page 133 Appendix SMPTE: What You Can Do with a Speed and Position Reference This is where SMPTE time code enters the picture. As we said, SMPTE indicates not only tape speed, but also tape position. SMPTE time code is a complex digital signal, equivalent to the simple, analog pilot tone signal with a unique number assigned to each cycle of the sine wave.
  • Page 134 Appendix The time code reader uses the direction sense bits to determine • whether the tape is running forwards or backwards. The sync word is a series of preset 1’s that allow the speed and • phase of two time codes to be read and compared by the Lynx or Micro Lynx module to establish synchronization.
  • Page 135 Appendix Phase Alternate Line (PAL) In Europe, the standard wall current frequency is 50 Hz. Thus we have another format: 25 frames-per-second or the PAL format, the standard for European color television. Drop Frame (DF) What about American color TV? When it was invented by RCA, they reduced the American black and white frame rate of 30 frames-per-second to 29.97 frames-per-second, to allow both color encoding and compatibility with existing black and white televi-...
  • Page 136 Appendix Table Appendix A-1. Frame Rate Formats Counting Counting Method Displayed Time Application Rate (Hz) (Frames-per-Second) Accuracy 24 frame Real Time Motion pictures and film 25 frame Real Time EBU standard for European television 29.97 30 drop frame Real Time NTSC standard USA &...
  • Page 137 Appendix VITC uses a 90-bit data word instead of the 80-bit data word used by LTC. The extra bits are used to provide error correction and to prevent bad time code values from being read. VITC allows accu- rate reading of tape position even when the tape is stopped in freeze frame, which is something that LTC can’t do.
  • Page 138 As soon as one complete SMPTE address is transmitted, the MTC generator updates the time code by 2 frames and starts again. The TimeLine Micro Lynx and Lynx System Supervisor Unit can take SMPTE from a master tape and generate MTC. Thanks to...
  • Page 139 In the early days, a different device was quite often required to perform each of these functions. Today, TimeLine has several products that perform them all: the Lynx Time Code Module with a Keyboard Control Unit, compact, high-end, high performance units;...
  • Page 140 Appendix With digital audio machines, the sample rate or word clock must be locked to the time code. This is normally done by using a video sync signal as a common timing reference for the generator and the digital machine. Set both to “EXT VID” before printing time code.
  • Page 141 Jam sync provides the resulting program with continuous time code. TimeLine’s Micro Lynx and Lynx both have manual and automatic jam modes, that quickly and simply let you repair or create new time code tracks to overcome the problems that are detected with bad code.
  • Page 142 Phase or Sync Lock Phase or Sync Lock emulates the old control track or pilot tone method of synchronization. The TimeLine system reads the time codes and synchronizes the transport, taking into account any de- liberate offsets. Once the system is locked, the slaves only use the speed information that is derived from the time code, and specific time code addresses are ignored.
  • Page 143 Foley walkers. They also make their recording while watching a work print that’s synchronized, by SMPTE and a TimeLine synchronizer to an audio tape machine that records the sounds they make. Keyboard Control Unit...
  • Page 144 (ATRs) or film dubbers with the finished music, dialog, and effects. These ATRs are locked to the video master using a TimeLine system controller, such as the Keyboard Control Unit or Console Control Unit. Then the multiple audio sources are balanced by a mixing console to provide a finished audio master for the program.
  • Page 145 In short, just about every device in the recording studio − tape ma- chines, consoles, effects processors, and electronic instruments, can now be automated using SMPTE, and MIDI, and the appropriate TimeLine equipment. Thus the Electronic Recording studio is created. Figure Appendix A-11. The “Modern” Electronic Studio...
  • Page 146 Appendix SMPTE and the Digital Audio Workstation The Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) is an important tool for post-production and music recording. The DAW records, edits, manipulates and mixes multiple tracks of audio in a single digital environment. Like the biosphere, it’s a self contained, self- sufficient system;...
  • Page 147 Appendix It’s even possible to varispeed the master tape. The Digital Audio Clock Card automatically adjusts the ACGs word clock rate. If the tape speeds up or slows down, the DAW will adjust to match the new play speed (within the limits of the disk system). As we enter the digital era, time code continues to be an impor- tant, practical solution to multiple equipment communication and control.
  • Page 148 Appendix Keyboard Control Unit A-24 09/08/00...
  • Page 149 Key and Key Combination Identification Numbers K080 OR K600 # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination STOP + RW SETUP STOP + FF FILM EDIT REPLAY ROLLBACK ALL STOP CUE + LOC PLAY + REC PLAY + REH PLAY (>) STOP (n)
  • Page 150 Appendix # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination RDY + E RDY + D RDY + C RDY + B RDY + A CLR + F6 CLR + F5 CLR + F4 CLR + F3 CLR + F2 GRP + F CLR + F1...
  • Page 151 Appendix KCU 300 # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination BLANK KEY FILM SOLO LOOP BANK TRKS MINUS (-) PLUS (+) EQUAL (=) ALL STOP CAPT ROLLBACK SUBFR REPLAY TRIM EDIT RW (<<) FF (>>) STOP (n) PLAY (>)
  • Page 152 Appendix # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination # on Screen Stuck Key or Combination CLR + 7 GRP + A CLR + 8 GRP + B CLR + 9 GRP + C CLR + 00 GRP + D CLR + CUE GRP + E CLR + EDIT GRP + F...
  • Page 153 Glossary 24 ‘24’ refers to both the film-standard speed and code type. 25 ‘25’ refers to both the EBU/PAL speed and code type. 29.97 ‘29.97’ refers to a SMPTE frame rate only, in frames-per-second. 30 ‘30’ refers to a SMPTE frame rate only, in frames-per-second. Address SMPTE/EBU time code address.
  • Page 154 Appendix expresses binary ‘1’ and binary ‘0’. Biphase encoding reverses the signal polarity halfway through a bit to represent a ‘1’ and leaves the bit polarity unchanged to represent a ‘0’. BIT Short for BInary digiT; a number which is either one or zero. Blanking Interval The blanking interval occurs at the end of a frame.
  • Page 155 Appendix completely identical but with opposite phase. Digital Literally “using digits”. A Computer is a typical digital device. Digital Audio Audio signal that has been converted (digitized) into a stream of binary numbers for storing or transmitting, that are equivalent to the original analog audio signal.
  • Page 156 Jam Time Code The Jam Time Code or Jam Sync function. See Jam Sync. KCU Keyboard Control Unit. TimeLine’s external machine control unit. The KCU provides centrally-controlled access to all synchronizers in a system.
  • Page 157 Appendix LED Light emitting diode. Lifter A tape transport’s head lifter mechanism. Tape machines normally lift the tape off the heads when in wind (FFW/RWD). The synchronizer intelligently controls the machines lifter operation, to read time code when required. Local Transport The machine or transport that the synchronizer is connected to and controlling.
  • Page 158 Appendix tracks. N/A Not available. Not active. Not applicable. Non Drop Frame NDF or ND is one of the two SMPTE code types and is the black & white television standard. When using this code type, every frame of time code is counted in real time. See the Appendix for more time code information.
  • Page 159 Appendix that the generator and synchronizer will run at. The reference source can be thought of as the system time base. The reference source can be internal crystal, external video, MAINS, or external pilot tone or the time code reader (VSO). Register The generator register is the module’s memory buffer that holds numeric time code values that are entered or captured.
  • Page 160 Appendix by itself, without affecting other transports in the system. Speed Speed, Frame Rate and Rate are synonymous. Time code speed is counted in frames-per-second (fps). SMPTE time code has two speeds: 30 fps and 29.97 fps. SU See System Unit SUBF UBITS Sub frame user bits.
  • Page 161 Appendix step through a series of choices. Track A place for the storage of audio information. Analog tape recorders have one or more physical tape tracks. MIDI sequencers and digital audio workstations provide areas of memory to store control or audio data. Track Select The process of enabling (arming) specific tape machine tracks for recording.
  • Page 162 Appendix spectrum. A wide band input amplifier is capable of processing signals that are well outside the audio bandwidth. Word Clock An extremely stable synchronization signal that is used to control the rate at which digital audio data is converted or transmitted. Workstation See DAW.
  • Page 166 Index Miscellaneous – Key...............4-23, 6-19 BANK Key...............6-15 + Key ..............4-23, 6-19 Bar Status ..............7-14 << Key ............... 6-7 BUSY LEDs.............6-22 = Key ............... 6-19 > Key ................. 6-7 >> Key ............... 6-7 Cables 0 TIME Key............. 6-17 25-pin..............3-4 0 VID KEY.............. 6-17 9-pin................3-6 00 Key...............4-6, 6-16 connecting KCU .............3-2...
  • Page 167 Index Checking RAM 8K ............5-4 Ext Video ..............4-3 Checking ROM 64K ..........5-4 Checksum xxxx............5-4 Clear Duration Register ...........4-12 FAST FORWARD Key..........6-7 Clear Entries ............6-16 Film Dubbing ............1-8 Clear In Point Register..........4-10 FILM Key..............6-11 Clear Out Point Register ..........4-11 Film Modules ............
  • Page 168 Index Installation (continued) Lynx Keyboard Control Unit........5-2 Lynx-2 Time Code Module ........3-1 Lynx-2 Time Code Module ........3-1 SSU ..............7-10 chaining to next module........ 3-7, 7-11 Int Xtal............... 4-3 defined ..............1-6 Interface Diagrams internal crystal ............4-3 KCU stand alone ..........3-10 polled by the KCU ..........3-2...
  • Page 169 Index Mixed Code............4-20, 7-2 Pivot Point Mode ................4-23 defined ..............7-3 group .............4-13, 6-2 example..............7-4 jog..............6-9, 6-10 Pivot Points machine ..............4-12 setting..............7-4 setup ..............4-23 Play Backward............6-6 shuttle ............6-9, 6-10 PLAY Key..............6-7 solo ..............4-12, 6-2 PLUS Key ............... 6-19 status..............4-23 Poll Key.............4-2, 4-3, 6-22 trim .................6-9...
  • Page 170 Index Registers (continued) Special Function Keys (continued) error...............4-9, 6-18 IN key ............4-10, 6-24 in point ............4-9, 6-18 OUT key ...............6-24 local zero ..............4-6 REF SYNC key..........4-9, 6-24 offset..............4-9, 6-18 SRC SYNC key ..........4-9, 6-25 out point ............4-10, 6-18 Specifications postroll ............4-7, 6-17 fuses................3-6...
  • Page 171 Index System (continued) Tran X Transport in Local......... 5-6 reference menu, SSU ..........7-15 Trans X Play Speed 15 ips ........5-7 speed/code menu ..........7-16 Transport System Configurations ..........1-11 LED displays when enabled......... 6-23 System Error xxxx............5-5 non-zero offset ............. 6-23 System Errors............4-22 record disable............
  • Page 172 Index Warning X-Frame Rate .............7-2 displaying ............... 5-6 X-Frame Status............7-9 no active transports enabled ........5-8 X-Frame Synchronization...........7-2 open end ..............5-8 Wild ................6-2 Keyboard Control Unit Index-7 09/08/00...
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