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BR-HD50 HD VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

BR-HD50

E

HD VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

(A)

LLT0088-001C

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.

Before operating this unit, please read the

instructions carefully to unsure the best possi-

ble performance.

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Serial No. which is

located on the rear of cabinet. Retain

this information for future reference.

Model No. BR-HD50U/BR-HD50E

Serial No.

2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited LLT0088-001C

I

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all of these instructions.

2. Save these instructions for later use.

3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

5. Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

6. Do not use this appliance near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,

in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

7. Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may

fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.

Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the

appliance.

Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should

use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,

excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combina-

tion to overturn.

8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventila-

tion, and to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from over-

heating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should

never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This appliance

should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should not be placed in a

built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

9. This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If

you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

10. This appliance system is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third (grounding

pin). This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to

insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the

safety purpose of the grounding plug.

11. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for

long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will

prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be

abused by persons walking on it.

13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.

14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

15. Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous volt-

age points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the

appliance.

16. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dan-

gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17. Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the fol-

lowing conditions:

a.When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b.If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.

c.If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those con-

trols that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may

result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appli-

ance to normal operation.

e.If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts speci-

fied by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitu-

tions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine

safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (For USA & Canada)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,

within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclo-

sure that may be of sufficient magnitude to

constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral tri-

angle is intended to alert the user to the pres-

ence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the literature accom-

panying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELEC-

TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This unit should be used with 120 V AC only.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO

NOT use any other power source.

NOTE:

The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the rear of the unit.

INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-

tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-

ence will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

zIncrease the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

CAUTION

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC

COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE

EQUIPMENT.

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC

RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO

CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL

INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY

INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE

THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

ATTENTION

RISQUE D’ELECTRO-

CUTION NE PAS

OUVRIR

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOITER.

AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N’EST

A REGLER PAR L’UTILISATEUR.

SE REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME.

Le symbole de l’éclair à l’intérieur d’un triangle

équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur

la présence d’une “tension dangereuse” non

isolée dans le boîtier du produit. Cette tension

est suffisante pour provoquer l’électrocution

de personnes.

Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un trian-

gle équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur

sur la présence d’opérations d’entretien impor-

tantes au sujet desquelles des renseigne-

ments se trouvent dans le manuel

d’instructions.

* Ces symboles ne sont utilisés qu’aux Etats-

Unis.

AVERTISSEMENT:

POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE

OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS

EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A

LA PLUIE.

Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du

courant alternatif en 120 V.

ATTENTION:

Afin d’éviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électro-

cution, ne pas utiliser d’autres sources d’alimen-

tation électrique.

REMARQUE:

La plaque d’identification (numéro de série) se trouve sur le

panneau arrière de l’appareil.

WARNING:

The battery used in the BR-HD50 must be replaced by a JVC

authorized service dealer only.

INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)

RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la Class B est conforme à la

norme NMB-003 du Canada.

III

Supplement

This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corresponding

European Directives. This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be used in

the following environments:

Residential (including both of the location type class 1 and 2 found in IEC 1000-2-5)

Commercial and light industrial (including, for example, theatres)

Urban outdoors (based on the definition of location type class 6 in IEC 1000-2-5)

In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electromagnetic compatibility we recom-

mend to use cables not exceeding the following lengths:

The inrush current of this apparatus is 12.1 amperes.

Caution:

Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for example near a radio or TV trans-

mitter, transformer, motor, etc., the picture and sound may be disturbed. In such a case, please keep

the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.

Port Cable Length

AUDIO SHIELDED CABLE 10 meters

LINE COAXIAL CABLE 10 meters

COMPONENT COAXIAL CABLE 10 meters

Y/C COAXIAL CABLE 10 meters

IEEE1394 SHIELDED TWIST PAIR CABLE 4.5 meters

HDMI SHIELDED TWIST PAIR CABLE 5 meters

REMOTE SHIELDED TWIST PAIR CABLE 5 meters

Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment

[European Union]

This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be dis-

posed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be

handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and elec-

tronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with

your national legislation.

By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and

will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health

which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

For more information about collection point and recycling of this product, please con-

tact your local municipal office, your household waste disposal service or the shop

where you purchased the product.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with

national legislation.

(Business users)

If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com

to obtain information about the take-back of the product.

[Other Countries outside the European Union]

If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable

national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical

and electronic equipment.

Attention:

This symbol is

only valid in

the European

Union.

IV

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (For Europe)

Warning Notice

FOR YOUR SAFETY (Australia)

1. Insert this plug only into effectively earthed three-pin power

outlet.

2. If any doubt exists regarding the earthing, consult a quali-

fied electrician.

3. Extension cord, if used, must be three-core correctly wired.

IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom)

Mains Supply (AC 230 V C)

WARNING - THIS APPARATUS

MUST BE EARTHED

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with

the following code;

GREEN-and-YELLOW : EARTH

BLUE : NEUTRAL

BROWN : LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus

may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the

terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be

connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the

letter E or by the safety earth symbol U or coloured GREEN

or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE

must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the

letter N or which is coloured BLACK. The wire which is

coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is

marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

POWER SYSTEM

Connection to the mains supply

This unit operates on voltage of 220 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60

Hz.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELEC-

TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user

serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service

personnel.

Note:

The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the

unit.

The OPERATE button does not completely shut off mains

power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off.

WARNING

It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-

recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent of the

owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast,

or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical or

artistic work embodied therein.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

This product is equipped with 2 types of AC cable. One is for continental Europe, etc. and the other one is only for U.K.

Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the other type of mains cable is not suitable.

FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC. FOR U.K. ONLY

Not to be used in the U.K. If the supplied plug is not suitable for your

socket outlet, it should be cut off and fitted with

an appropriate one.

Dear Customer,

This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and elec-

trical safety.

European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is:

JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH

Postfach 10 05 04

61145 Friedberg

Germany

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Thank you for purchasing our HD Video

Cassette Recorder BR-HD50

This instruction manual was made for the BR-

HD50U and the BR-HD50E.

Items only applicable to BR-HD50U are labeled

“U model only” or “U only”.

Items only applicable to BR-HD50E are labeled

“E model only” or “E only”.

zHDV 720p format

Records and plays back HD (High-Definition)

video with 720 effective scanlines (progressive

scan).

This unit records 720/24p/25p/30p, 480/60p,

and 576/50p HDV signals from an IEEE1394

terminal. 24p video has the same frame count

as movie film.

zCompatible with DV format

Compatible with DV format for digitally record-

ing SD (Standard-Definition) video.

zCompatible mechanism for standard/mini

DV cassettes

Records and plays back HDV or DV format on

standard and mini size DV cassettes.

(SP mode only)

DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in HDV or

DV format.

Tapes recorded in the DVCAM format can only

be played.

zEquipped with IEEE1394 terminal

Inputs and outputs HDV signals, DV signals,

and digital audio. Capable of exchanging digi-

tal signals with IEEE1394 compatible equip-

ment.

zCompatible with 60Hz/50Hz HD signal for-

mat

Compatible with both 60Hz and 50Hz HD sig-

nal formats. Select this on the Menu screen.

zEquipped with HDMI terminal

Outputs digital video and digital audio.

View HD video on monitors with an HDMI ter-

minal.

zEquipped with COMPONENT OUT terminal

Outputs HD/SD analog video.

View HD video on HD-compatible monitors

with a COMPONENT input terminal.

zOutputs cross-converted video

During HDV/DV signal input or playback, for-

mat converted video can be output from the

HDMI terminal or COMPONENT OUT termi-

nal. Select the output video on the Menu

screen.

zEquipped with composite and Y/C input/

output terminals

Inputs and outputs analog video. Analog video

is recorded in the DV format.

zRS-422A compatible

Connect this unit with the RS-422A compatible

RM-G820 edit controller, and use this unit as a

player.

This can also be connected to RS-422A com-

patible non-linear editing machines.

zEquipped with SERIAL REMOTE terminal

Connect to a wired remote controller for

remote operation of this unit. Or, connect with

a foot switch used for recording operations.

zRecording and playback of time codes

zBackup recording function

With the combined use of other DV machines,

long-time continuous recording is possible.

zMulti-cue up

Up to 5 points of the tape position can be reg-

istered and cued up.

zIndex/blank search function

It can search for positions where index signals

are recorded and unrecorded parts.

zRepeat play function

There are 3 types of repeat function.

(INDEX/ V.END/ TAPE END)

This is an HDV/DV format video cassette recorder. Video cas-

settes with the B or A logo can be used with it.

DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in the HDV/DV format.

MAIN FEATURES

HDV and are trademarks of the Sony

Corporation and the Victor Company of Japan,

Limited.

DVCAM is a trademark of the Sony Corporation.

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Remarks of usage...............................................4

Cassette tape......................................................5

HDV and DV format ............................................6

Regular maintenance..........................................8

Cleaning tape......................................................9

Condensation......................................................9

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

Front panel........................................................10

Rear panel ........................................................16

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

On-screen display.............................................20

Status display ...................................................21

Event/Alarm display ..........................................24

CONNECTION

Connecting video signals..................................26

Connecting audio signals..................................28

Attaching the supplied ferrite core ....................29

Connecting with SERIAL REMOTE terminals

...30

Connecting the AC adapter ..............................31

RECORDING/OUTPUT SIGNAL FORMAT

Inputting analog signal......................................32

Inputting digital signal .......................................33

Playback ...........................................................34

PREPARATION

Turning on/off the power...................................35

Operation method (main unit/remote controller)

and OPERATION LOCK mode.........................36

Loading/Ejecting cassette.................................37

Setting/Displaying date and time ......................38

Selecting HD signal format ...............................40

RECORDING

Settings for analog signal input.........................41

Settings for digital signal input ..........................42

Adjusting audio recording level.........................44

Recording procedure ........................................46

Backup recording function ................................47

Recording with SERIAL REMOTE terminals ....48

PLAYBACK

Playback settings ............................................. 49

Basic playback procedure................................ 51

Special playback functions............................... 52

Search function ................................................ 54

Repeat playback .............................................. 55

Multi cue-up ..................................................... 56

TIME CODE

Displaying the time code.................................. 58

Presetting the time code .................................. 59

Recording the time code .................................. 60

Playing back the time code .............................. 62

EDIT

Using a non-linear editing system.................... 63

MENU SCREENS

Setting the menus............................................ 64

Structure of the Menu screens......................... 66

Description of the Menu screens ..................... 67

OTHERS

Warning display ............................................... 79

Troubleshooting ............................................... 81

Checking the hour meter.................................. 83

Specifications................................................... 84

Supplement...................................................... 86

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INTRODUCTION

Place of storage and use

Avoid storing or using this VCR in the following

places:

zExcessively hot or cold places beyond the

allowable temperature for operation(5°C –

40°C).

zHumid or dry places beyond the allowable

humidity range for operation (30% – 80%

RH).

zDusty or sandy places.

zPlaces exposed to oil, smoke or steam,

such as the kitchen vicinity.

zIntensely vibrating or unstable places.

zPlaces prone to condensation.

zPlaces that generate strong magnetic fields,

e.g., near a transformer or motor.

zPlaces near devices that generate electric

waves, e.g., a transceiver or mobile phone.

zPlaces that generate X-ray radiation or cor-

rosive gases.

Also do not leave the unit for long hours in a

parked car under direct sunlight or near room

heating equipment.

Handling the unit

zDo not place heavy objects on the unit, like

a monitor or TV.

zDo not insert foreign objects into the cas-

sette slot.

zMind your finger when loading a cassette

tape.

Be careful not to get your fingers clamped

when loading the cassette to prevent injury.

zPlace this unit out of reach of young chil-

dren to prevent injury as fingers may get

clamped while a cassette tape is being

loaded.

zDo not block the ventilation openings on the

rear panel.

zAvoid strong impact to the unit. Do not drop

the unit.

zRemove the cassette tape from the cas-

sette slot when transporting the unit.

zRemove the AC adapter to save energy

when the unit is not in use.



Maintaining the unit (Turn off the power

before performing maintenance work.)

Wipe the unit with a soft cloth.

Do not wipe it with thinner or benzene as it

may melt or tarnish the unit surface.

For stubborn stains, use water-diluted neutral

detergent and then wipe it dry.

Always use the supplied AC adapter.

Failure to do so can cause mechanical break-

down or electric shock.

Use the supplied power cord.

Using a different type or damaged cord may

cause fire or electric shock.

Do not use the supplied power cord

for other models.

Remarks of usage

zWhen making an important recording, do not

record within the two or three minutes at the

beginning or end of the tape.

zRecorded video (sound) is meant for per-

sonal entertainment only and must not be

used for other purposes without the prior con-

sent of the copyright owner.

zJVC shall not guarantee the quality of record-

ing and playback should BR-HD50 fail to

function normally due to defects, either of the

unit itself or the video cassette tapes.

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BR-HD50 can record onto and playback standard

DV and mini DV cassette tapes (for SP mode

only).

Use the following JVC cassettes with the B or

A the logo.

Memo

zDVCAM cassette can be recorded in the HDV

or DV format.

zTapes recorded in the DVCAM format can be

played (SP Mode).

zM-DV80 cassettes (mini DV 80min tape) can-

not be used with this unit.

Erasure prevention

DV cassettes have a safety slide at the back to

prevent accidental erasure.

• To prevent accidental erasure of important

records, push the slide to the “SAVE” posi-

tion.

• To record, push the slide to the “REC” posi-

tion.

For recording and storing videotapes in the best condition

Observe the following instructions for the best recording and storage of videotapes.

• Take care of the conditions of handling videotapes.

It is recommended that you record and store videotapes in the environment below.

• Do not leave the videotapes neglected for a long period.

If videotapes are left wound for a long period of time, it may result in distortion of the tape. Also it

may cause tape-to-tape adhesion (known as blocking). It is recommended that videotapes be

unspooled and rewound once a year for refreshing.

• When tapes are not in use, store them in cases and on end.

Storage cases protect videotapes from humidity, dust and ultraviolet. Keep tapes in cases and do

not store them lying flat. When housed in a horizontal position, pressure from other tapes can

cause distortions and deformations of the tape edges.

Cassette tape

zStandard DV cas-

settes

zMini DV cassettes

LA-DV276

LA-DV186

LA-DV124

M-DV63PRO

M-DV63HD

REC

SAVE

Slide

Remarks on the use of tape

zDo not load the videotape in the wrong direction.

zStore the tape only after it has been fully rewound, so as to avoid damaging the tape.

zStore the cassette in places low in humidity, well-ventilated and fungus-proof.

zWhen a cassette tape is used repeatedly, noise may increase due to e.g., dropout, etc. hence

affecting its performance. Do not use dirty or damaged tapes as they will shorten the life span of the

rotation head.

Recording

Storage

Short period

(Up to 10 years)

Long period

(Over 10 years)

Temperature 17°C to 25°C 15°C to 23°C 15°C to 19°C

Humidity 30% to 70% 40% to 55% 25% to 35%

Hourly temperature change Less than 10°C - -

Hourly humidity change Less than 10% - -

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INTRODUCTION

This unit records in HDV or DV format.

DV format is a standard for recording SD (Standard-Definition) video onto DV cassettes or mini DV cas-

settes.

HDV format is a standard for recording HD (High-Definition) video onto DV cassettes or mini DV cas-

settes.

The two HDV recording formats are HDV 720p and HDV 1080i.

HDV 720p : 720p (720 effective scanlines, progressive scan)

HDV 1080i : 1080i (1080 effective scanlines, interlace scan)

This unit supports the HDV 720p format.

HDV and DV signal input/output

HDV signals and DV signals are input/output from the IEEE1394 terminal.

HDV signals from the IEEE1394 terminal are recorded in HDV format.

DV signals from the IEEE1394 terminal are recorded in DV format.

Recorded HDV signals or DV signals are output from the IEEE1394 terminal during playback.

Digital audio is also input/output from the IEEE1394 terminal, together with HDV signals or DV signals.

The front panel IEEE1394 switch must be set on the front panel, according to whether the input/output

signal from the IEEE1394 terminal is in HDV format or DV format.

When the input signal or playback signal is in HDV format, the front panel HDV display is lit.

Analog signal input is digitally converted and recorded in DV format.

HD signal format

This unit is compatible with both 60Hz and 50Hz HD signal formats. The HDV signal format must be set

on this unit, according to whether the input/playback HD signal format is 60Hz or 50Hz.

(Set this using 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.)

Menu settings on this unit can be checked by whether the front panel 60 or 50 indicator light is lit.

The field frequency for DV signals and analog signals is fixed by region.

[U model: 60Hz (NTSC), E model: 50Hz (PAL)]

HDV and DV format

HDV 60 or 50

[IEEE1394] switch

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HDV (720p) and DV format

*1 : For HDV/DV signals, the unit records the same signals as the input signals.

*2 : During analog audio input, only CH1/CH2 are recorded.

Viewing video signal display (Example)

720/30p: 720 effective scanlines, 30-frame progressive scan

480/60i: 480 effective scanlines, 60-field interlace scan

Recording time

The recording/playback speed for HDV format is SP mode only.

Though DV format recording and playback speed has SP and LP modes, this unit supports SP mode

only.

The cassette recording time is the same for HDV and DV format.

HD video output

HD video is output from the HDMI OUT terminal and the COMPONENT OUT terminal.

HDMI OUT terminal : Outputs HD/SD digital video and digital audio.

This is connected to a monitor with an HDMI terminal.

(HDMI : High Definition Multimedia Interface)

COMPONENT OUT terminal: Outputs HD/SD analog video. Does not output audio.

This is connected to an HD-compatible monitor with COMPONENT input

terminal.

zThe video format to output from the HDMI OUT terminal and the COMPONENT OUT terminal can be

selected using OUT FORMAT [60]/OUT FORMAT [50] in the VIDEO Menu screen.

HDV 720p format DV format

Video signal *1 60Hz:720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60p

50Hz:720/50p, 720/25p, 576/50p

U (NTSC) : 480/60i

E (PAL) : 576/50i

Pixel count 1280 × 720

720 × 480 (480/60p)

720 × 576 (576/50p)

U (NTSC) : 720 × 480

E (PAL) : 720 × 576

Aspect ratio 16:9 4:3 (16:9)

Video compression

format

MPEG-2 Video (Profile & level: MP@H-14) DV

Bit rate after

compression

About 19 Mbps About 25 Mbps

Audio compression

format

MPEG1 Audio Layer II Linear PCM

Audio channels 2CH (48 kHz,16 bit) 2CH (48 kHz,16 bit)

4CH (32 kHz,12 bit) *2

Standard DV

cassettes Recording time

LA-DV276 About 276 minutes

LA-DV186 About 186 minutes

LA-DV124 About 124 minutes

Mini DV cassettes Recording time

M-DV63PRO About 63 minutes

M-DV63HD About 63 minutes

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INTRODUCTION

This unit uses consumables or components that will wear off. If a worn-out or deteriorated component

continues to be used, it may cause the unit to break down. To prevent this, perform routine mainte-

nance using the head-cleaning tape. With the head-cleaning tape alone, however, the entire tape-wind-

ing mechanism cannot be completely cleaned.

Perform regular maintenance of the components as shown below.

Regular maintenance

The tasks of maintenance involved are similar to that of replacing the engine oil or tire of a car.

Depending on the number of usage hours, inspect or replace the components as follows:

Usage Time : You can check the drum usage time with the hour meter display. For

details, refer to page 83, “Checking the hour meter”.

Maintenance consultation : For details on the maintenance plan and fee, consult with your JVC-

authorized service agent.

Head cleaning

• Recording or playing back with a dirty head

will result in block noise or disrupted sound.

Perform regular head cleaning to maintain

superior image and sound quality.

• For information on how to use the head

cleaning tape and the relevant remarks,

refer to Xpage 9, “Cleaning tape”.

• If the head is dusty, “HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED!” will be displayed on the moni-

tor when this unit plays a tape.

Regular maintenance

Number of hours 500H 1000H 1500H 2000H G: Cleaning, inspection and adjust-

ment

E: Cleaning and inspection; Replace-

ment if necessary

F: Replacement

Work and frequency of maintenance

depend on the environment and

usage. The above information serves

only as a guide.

Drum assembly

(including head) GEEF

Tape guide, roller GEEF

Belt gears — EEF

Drive system parts ——EF

Block Noise

HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!

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Use a JVC cleaning tape.

Follow the instructions below for using the clean-

ing tape.

1. Run the tape for 10 seconds in the PLAY

mode. (Thereafter, it stops automatically

and enters the STOP mode.)

• After loading the cleaning tape, press the

PLAY button.

2. For a single cleaning session, it can be

repeated up to 4 times.

3. Refer to the following table as a guide for

cleaning.

Note

zUnder low humidity conditions, (10% RH to

30% RH), perform head cleaning at intervals

of half of the periods stated in the table.

zIf an M-DV80 tape is used immediately after

cleaning, the message, “HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED!” may not disappear. It does only

after the tape has run for some time.

zUse the cleaning tape at room temperature

(10°C to 35°C).

zInstructions for using the cleaning tape stated

on a sheet inside its storage case may be dif-

ferent in part from those stated here.

Follow the instructions in this manual.

•

When this unit is moved from a cold to a

warm place abruptly, the vapor in the warm

air will come into contact with the head drum

or the tape guides, which are not warmed

enough. When chilled, the vapor turns into

droplets of water. This state is known as

condensation. When condensation occurs,

the videotape adheres to the head drum or

the tape guides and will be damaged.

• Condensation occurs on this unit in the fol-

lowing circumstances:

* It is moved abruptly

from a cold place to

a warm place.

*

It is used in a place

immediately after the

heater has been turned

on, or when cold

breeze from an air-con-

ditioner blows onto it.

* It is used at a place

of high humidity.

• When condensation occurs, the monitor

displays the following warning:

Leave the unit with the power ON and wait

until the WARNING message disappears.

• Prevention of condensation

When transporting BR-HD50 from a cold to

a warmer place abruptly, first remove the

cassette tape. Then place BR-HD50 in a

plastic bag and seal it before transporting.

Take out BR-HD50 from the sealed plastic

bag only after it has the same temperature

as the surroundings.

Cleaning tape

Operating environ-

ment

Low temperature

5°C to 10°C

Room temperature

10°C to 35°C

High temperature

35°C to 40°C

Frequency of cleaning 1 to 2 times every 5

hours

1 to 2 times every 20 to

30 hours

1 to 2 times every 5

hours

Condensation

When a cassette tape is loaded, do not transport

e.g., from a cold outdoor place to a warm room thus

subjecting the unit to drastic temperature changes.

After moving the unit, do not use it until the inner

mechanism stabilizes.

Videotape

Head drum

CONDENSATION ON DRUM

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

Front panel

1Cassette loading slot/LED

• For loading a cassette into or unloading it

from the slot.

Insert a standard DV cassette or a mini DV

cassette. (XPage 37)

• When BR-HD50 is in the OPERATE OFF

state and a cassette is loaded, it changes to

the OPERATE ON state.

• With a cassette loaded, the LED lights up in

green.

When a cassette is being loaded or ejected,

the LED flashes.

2[OPERATE] button/LED

•

Press this button to turn on the power and BR-

HD50 becomes ready for operation.

(OPERATE ON)

Press this button again when BR-HD50 is

already on to turn off the power. (OPERATE OFF)

• OPERATE LED lights up as follows.

OPERATE ON : the green LED lights up

OPERATE OFF : the red LED lights up

VCR error : the red LED blinks

Memo

zIf DC IN MODE in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

screen is set to “OPE ON”, and power is sup-

plied to the DC IN terminal on the rear panel,

power is turned on and the unit enters OPER-

ATE ON mode without pressing this button.

zEven after the power is turned off with this but-

ton, BR-HD50 is live with a small amount of

electricity.

Therefore, if BR-HD50 is not to be used for a

long period of time, please remove the AC

adapter to save energy.

3[EJECT] button

• Press this button to eject the cassette.

Memo

zIt takes about 6 seconds for the cassette to be

ejected.

zThe cassette can be ejected even when BR-

HD50 is in the OPERATE OFF mode. After the

eject action is completed, BR-HD50 returns to

the OPERATE OFF mode.

4Operation buttons

[REC] button/LED

• Hold down this button and press the PLAY

button to start recording. During recording,

the red LED lights up.

• Hold down this button and press the

PAUSE button to pause recording.

• If this button is pressed during recording, an

index signal is recorded on the tape (when

INDEX WRITE in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

screen is set to ON).

• When this button is pressed in the STOP

mode, the time code generator value can

be checked while the button is being held

down. If TC DUPLI. Menu is set to AUTO,

the time code, date and time of the

IEEE1394 terminal can be checked. (In DV

mode only)

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[PLAY] button/LED

• Press this button to start playing back a

tape. During playback, the green LED lights

up.

• When recording is paused, press this but-

ton to resume recording.

[PAUSE] button/LED

• During recording, press this button to pause

it.

• In the PLAYBACK or STOP mode, press

this button to enter the STILL mode. In the

RECORDING PAUSE or STILL mode, the

green LED lights up.

• When BR-HD50 is in the STILL mode,

press this button for frame advance play-

back. (In DV mode only)

Memo

Still images or images in frame advance can be

selected with STL/F.ADV: DV of the SYSTEM [1/

2] Menu screen.

[FF] button/LED

• When BR-HD50 enters the STOP mode,

press this button to fast-forward the tape.

• When BR-HD50 is in the PLAYBACK or

STILL mode, press this button for fast-for-

ward playback. The fast forward playback

speed can be changed by pressing the

SEARCH+/S button h or the SEARCH–/

Q button (when “Q, S” KEY FUNC. in

the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen is set to

VAR/RECV).

(XPage 53 “Slow playback and Search

mode”)

• During fast-forwarding or fast-forward play-

back, the LED lights up in green.

[STOP] button/LED

• Press this button to stop operation.

• When BR-HD50 is in the STANDBY-OFF

mode, press this button to enter the

STANDBY-ON mode.

• While stopped, the LED lights green.

Memo

There are two stop modes.

zSTANDBY-OFF: For protecting the tape and

the drum, the drum does not rotate.

zSTANDBY-ON: The drum rotates so that it

starts up faster after BR-HD50 moves into

another mode.

[REW] button/LED

• When BR-HD50 enters the STOP mode,

press this button to rewind the tape.

• When BR-HD50 is in the PLAYBACK or

STILL mode, press this button for reverse

playback. The rewind playback speed can

be changed by pressing the SEARCH+/S

button h or the SEARCH–/Q button

(when “Q, S” KEY FUNC. in the SYS-

TEM [1/2] Menu screen is set to VAR/

RECV).

(XPage 53 “Slow playback and Search

mode”)

• During rewinding or rewind playback, the

LED lights up in green.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

Front panel (continued)

5[REMOTE/LOCAL] switch

This switch is used to select how BR-HD50 is

to be operated.

LOCAL : Use this setting if BR-HD50 is to

be controlled with the key opera-

tion of the unit.

REMOTE : Use this setting to control this unit

using the REMOTE terminal,

SERIAL REMOTE terminal, or

IEEE1394 terminal.

Memo

zSelect to enable/disable operation with the

REMOTE terminal, using REMOTE SEL 9P on

the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen.

zTo control BR-HD50 with the SERIAL

REMOTE terminal or IEEE1394 terminal, this

switch setting can be set up with REMOTE

SEL SERIAL or REM SEL HDV/DV in the

REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen. (XPage 70)

zIf it is set to REMOTE, the buttons that can be

operated from the unit are selectable from

LOCAL FUNCTION in the REMOTE [1/2]

Menu screen.

6[INPUT SELECT] switch

This switch is used to select input signals.

HDV/DV : Inputs IEEE1394 terminal HDV sig-

nals or DV signals.

The 8 IEEE1394 switch needs to

be set, according to whether the

video format is HDV or DV.

LINE : For inputting the composite images

of the LINE IN terminal and analog

audio signals.

Y/C : For inputting the Y/C separate

video signal of the Y/C IN terminal

and analog audio signals.

Note

zSwitching is invalid during recording.

zSwitching this switch during playback may

briefly cut off the audio.

7[COUNTER] switch

Switches the displayed information on the 9

counter display and the monitor counter dis-

play.

CTL : It displays the counter in hour, minute,

second and frame based on CTL (con-

trol signal).

TC : It displays the time code data.

UB : It displays the user’s bit (UB).

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8[IEEE1394] IEEE1394 terminal switch

Set this switch according to the video format of

the IEEE1394 input signal and playback sig-

nal. When the video format is HDV, a HDV

indicator is lit.

HDV : Use this setting when the video

format is HDV (HDV indicator is

lit).

DV : Use this setting when the video

format is DV (HDV indicator is off).

Note

zVideo and audio recording and playback using

the IEEE1394 terminal are unavailable when

the switch setting differs from the video format.

zWhen the IEEE1394 terminal is used to input/

output video or audio signals with a non-linear

editing system, and the format is changed by

switching this switch, either reconnect the

IEEE1394 cable, or use the OPERATE button

to reset the power.

9Counter display

Displays the counter, menu settings, and oper-

ation mode. (8 digits)

• Counter display

The displayed contents can be selected

using the 7 COUNTER switch.

• For menu settings, menu code numbers are

displayed.

0Audio level indicator

Displays the audio level for CH-1/3 and CH-2/

4.

In RECORDING mode, audio recording level

is displayed. In PLAY mode, audio playback

level is displayed.

Only the audio recording level during analog

input can be adjusted.

aIndicator lights

[HDV] indicator light

Lights when the video format for the IEEE1394

terminal input signal or playback signal is HDV.

When this indicator is lit, set the 8 IEEE1394

switch to HDV.

When this indicator is off, set the 8 IEEE1394

switch to DV.

[DVCAM] indicator light

Lights when playing a tape recorded in

DVCAM format.

Only tapes recorded in SP mode can be

played.

[60] indicator light

Lights when 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2]

Menu screen is set to 60.

The HD signal format on this unit is set to

60Hz.

[50] indicator light

Lights when 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2]

Menu screen is set to 50.

The HD signal format on this unit is set to

50Hz.

Memo

The field frequency for DV signals and analog

signals are fixed by region.

(U model: 60Hz, E model: 50Hz)

[REC INH] indicator light

Lights upon loading a cassette that cannot be

recorded.

b[PHONES] terminal

This is the mini jack terminal for connecting to

the headphone. (Stereo ø3.5)

• When playing back tapes recorded in 32

kHz mode, the audio channel output from

this terminal is selected using A.OUTPUT:

DV on the AUDIO Menu screen.

c[PHONES] Headphone volume

Use this switch to adjust the output level of the

PHONES terminal.

Both channels are adjusted at the same time.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

Front panel (continued)

d[HOLD] button

Pressing this button while stopped will engage

the time code and user’s bit PRESET mode.

(When TCG SELECT in the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/

2] Menu screen is set to PRESET)

In time code PRESET mode, press this button

to return to the normal display.

(XPage 59 “Presetting the time code”)

e[MENU] button

If this button is pressed in the STOP/STILL

mode or when no cassette is loaded, the menu

is displayed on the monitor connected to the

video output terminal (LINE OUT, Y/C OUT,

COMPONENT OUT, or HDMI OUT terminal).

The counter display shows menu code num-

bers.

When the menu is displayed, press this button

to return to the normal display.

(XPage 64 “Setting the menus”)

f[RESET] button

• To reset the CTL counter display to “00”,

press this button.

• If this button is pressed when the time code

preset screen is displayed, all the digits of

the time code or the user’s bit are reset to

“00”.

• When the Multi Cue-up screen is displayed,

press this button to clear the registered cue-

up points.

g[CUE UP] button

When the 7 COUNTER switch is set to TC,

press this button to display the Multi Cue-up

screen on the monitor.

When the Multi-Cue-up screen is displayed,

press this button to start searching the

selected tape position.

(XPage 56 “Multi cue-up”)

hSpecial functions/Setting buttons

The following buttons have different functions

depending on whether the normal screen or

the setting screen is displayed.

Setting screens:

Menu, Date/Time setting, Time code preset

and Multi Cue-up

[DISP/R] button

• Press this button during PLAY mode to dis-

play the video output format on the counter

display.

• During the STOP or REC mode, the audio

recording level is increased. (Pressing simul-

taneously with Q or S button) (When “Q,

S” KEY FUNC. in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu

screen is set to VAR/RECV)

(XPage 44 “Adjusting audio recording

level”)

• When the setting screen is displayed, this

button is used to select the items or setting.

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[BLANK/P] button

• When BR-HD50 is in the STOP mode,

press this button to start blank search. It

searches the unrecorded part of the tape

and goes into the still mode.

(XPage 54 “Blank search”)

• During the STOP or REC mode, the audio

recording level is decreased. (Pressing simul-

taneously with Q or S button) (When “Q,

S” KEY FUNC. in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu

screen is set to VAR/RECV)

(XPage 44 “Adjusting audio recording

level”)

• When the setting screen is displayed, this

button is used to select the items or setting.

[SEARCH+/S] button

• During normal display, the function of this

button can be selected using “Q, S” KEY

FUNC. in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen.

If it is set to VAR/RECV, the searching

speed increases if this button is pressed

during a search operation.

(XPage 53 “Slow playback and Search

mode”)

If it is set to INDEX, press this button to

start forward index search. This function is

not effective during recording or recording

pause.

(XPage 54 “Index search”)

• During the STOP or REC mode, CH2 is

selected as the channel for adjusting the

audio recording level. (When “Q, S” KEY

FUNC. in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen is

set to VAR/RECV)

(XPage 44 “Adjusting audio recording

level”)

• When the setting screen is displayed, this

button is used to select items or setting dig-

its.

[SEARCH–/Q] button

• During normal display, the function of this

button can be selected using “Q, S” KEY

FUNC. in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen.

If it is set to VAR/RECV, the searching

speed decreases if this button is pressed

during a search operation.

(XPage 53 “Slow playback and Search

mode”)

If it is set to INDEX, press this button to

start reverse index search. This function is

not effective during recording or recording

pause.

(XPage 54 “Index search”)

• During the STOP or REC mode, CH1 is

selected as the channel for adjusting the

audio recording level. (When “Q, S” KEY

FUNC. in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen is

set to VAR/RECV)

(XPage 44 “Adjusting audio recording

level”)

• When the setting screen is displayed, this

button is used to return to the previous

menu or select setting digits.

[SET] button

• When the Menu screen, Date/Time setting

screen or the Multi Cue-up screen is dis-

played, press this button to confirm the set-

ting.

• In time code PRESET mode, press this but-

ton to preset the set time codes or user’s bit

to the time code generator.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

Rear panel

1[VIDEO LINE IN] terminal (BNC)

This is the input terminal for composite video

signals.

• To input video via this terminal, set the

INPUT SELECT switch located on the front

panel to “LINE”.

2[VIDEO Y/C IN] terminal (4-PIN)

This is the input terminal for Y/C separate

video signals.

• To input video via this terminal, set the

INPUT SELECT switch located on the front

panel to “Y/C”.

• When wide-screen ID signals are input, the

wide-screen ID signal is recorded.

3[VIDEO LINE OUT] terminal (BNC)

This is the output terminal for composite video

signals.

• It displays the Menu setting screen, Date/

Time setting screen and warning informa-

tion.

• If DISPLAY in the DISPLAY Menu screen is

set to “ON” or “AUTO”, information will be

displayed on-screen, e.g., the operation

mode, date/time and counter. (XPage 20)

• When the input signal or playback signal is

in HDV format, this terminal outputs video

that is converted down to 480i or 576i.

Select the style for displaying down-con-

verted video on a monitor screen with a 4:3

aspect ratio, using DOWN CONV. MODE

on the VIDEO Menu screen. (XPage 74)

4[VIDEO Y/C OUT] terminal (4-PIN)

This is the output terminal for Y/C separate

video signals.

• It displays the Menu setting screen, Date/

Time setting screen and warning informa-

tion.

• If DISPLAY in the DISPLAY Menu screen is

set to “ON” or “AUTO”, information will be

displayed on-screen, e.g., the operation

mode, date/time and counter. (XPage 20)

• When the input signal or playback signal is

in HDV format, this terminal outputs video

that is converted down to 480i or 576i.

Select the style for displaying down-con-

verted video on a monitor screen with a 4:3

aspect ratio, using DOWN CONV. MODE

on the VIDEO Menu screen. (XPage 74)

• When tapes that have recorded wide-

screen signals are played back, the wide-

screen ID signal is output.

When playing back an HDV recorded tape,

wide-screen ID signals are output according

to the mode set using DOWN CONV.

MODE in the VIDEO Menu screen.

Memo

Whether or not to enable SET UP for analog sig-

nals (composite, Y/C separate and component

signals) can be selected with SET UP [60]: DV in

the VIDEO Menu screen (for U model only).

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5[COMPONENT OUT] Component sig-

nal output terminal (BNC×3)

Output terminal for component video signals

(Y/PB/PR). Outputs analog HD/SD video. Con-

nect this to an HD-compatible monitor with a

COMPONENT IN terminal.

• The video format to output from this termi-

nal can be selected using OUT FORMAT

[60]/[50] in the VIDEO Menu screen.

(XPage 73, 74)

• It displays the Menu setting screen, Date/

Time setting screen and warning informa-

tion.

• If DISPLAY in the DISPLAY Menu screen is

set to “ON” or “AUTO”, information will be

displayed on-screen, e.g., the operation

mode, date/time and counter. (XPage 20)

6[CH1 AUDIO IN] terminal (RCA)

Use this terminal to input analog audio signals.

To enable audio input via this terminal, set the

INPUT SELECT switch located on the front

panel to “LINE” or “Y/C”.

Analog signals are recorded on CH1.

7[CH2 AUDIO IN] terminal (RCA)

Use this terminal to input analog audio signals.

To enable audio input via this terminal, set the

INPUT SELECT switch located on the front

panel to “LINE” or “Y/C”.

Analog signals are recorded on CH2.

8[CH1/3 AUDIO OUT] terminal (RCA)

Use this terminal to output analog audio sig-

nals.

• In the 48 kHz audio mode, it outputs the

sound of CH1.

• The output audio channel during playback

of tapes recorded in 32 kHz audio mode, or

the EE audio channel during DV signal

input in 32 kHz audio mode, can be

selected using A.OUTPUT: DV in the

AUDIO Menu screen. (XPage 72)

9[CH2/4 AUDIO OUT] terminal (RCA)

Use this terminal to output analog audio sig-

nals.

• In the 48 kHz audio mode, it outputs the

sound of CH2.

• The output audio channel during playback

of tapes recorded in 32 kHz audio mode, or

the EE audio channel during DV signal

input in 32 kHz audio mode, can be

selected using A.OUTPUT: DV in the

AUDIO Menu screen. (XPage 72)

0[HDMI OUT] HDMI signal output termi-

nal

Outputs HDMI signals. (HDMI : High Definition

Multimedia Interface)

Outputs digital HD/SD video and digital audio.

This is connected to a monitor with an HDMI

terminal.

• The video format to output from this termi-

nal can be selected using OUT FORMAT

[60]/[50] and MONITOR SELECT in the

VIDEO Menu screen. (XPage 73, 74)

• It displays the Menu setting screen, Date/

Time setting screen and warning informa-

tion.

• If DISPLAY in the DISPLAY Menu screen is

set to “ON” or “AUTO”, information will be

displayed on-screen, e.g., the operation

mode, date/time and counter. (XPage 20)

Memo

zVideo is not displayed when the connected

monitor does not support the video format

selected using OUT FORMAT [60]/[50] in the

VIDEO Menu screen.

If this occurs, set MONITOR SELECT to

HDMI[A].

zIf the monitor has a DVI-D terminal that sup-

ports HDCP, you can watch digital video by

connecting an HDMI↔DVI-D cable.

zWhen the video format of the IEEE1394 input

signal differs from the IEEE1394 switch, or

INPUT SELECT switch is set to HDV/DV and a

signal is not input into the IEEE1394 terminal,

no signal is output from the HDMI OUT termi-

nal. (“no 1394” is displayed on the counter dis-

play.) Similarly, no signal is output from the

HDMI OUT terminal when a blank cassette

tape is played. (“-------” is displayed on the

counter display.)

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

Rear panel (continued)

a[IEEE1394] IEEE1394 terminal (6P)

This is the input/output terminal for IEEE1394-

compliant digital signals.

Inputs HDV signals or DV signals when

recording. Digital audio is input simulta-

neously.

During playback, it outputs HDV signals, DV

signals, and digital audio on the playback tape.

Upon analog signal input, EE images and EE

audio are output. EE images are DV format

signals (480i or 576i) (Only when IEEE1394

switch is set to DV).

• This unit records and plays 720p format

HDV signals.

720p HDV signals and DV signals from this

terminal are recorded as is, without format

conversion.

• To enable signal input via this terminal, set

the INPUT SELECT switch located on the

front panel to “HDV/DV”.

• The IEEE1394 switch located on the front

panel must be set to “HDV” or “DV”, accord-

ing to the input signal to this terminal or the

video format of the playback tape.

• The audio mode (48 kHz or 32 kHz) cannot

be changed for the input audio signal via

this terminal. It will be recorded using the

input signal audio mode. 4-channel record-

ing is possible in the 32 kHz audio mode.

• Power cannot be supplied via this terminal.

• To record a time code via this terminal, set

TC DUPLI. in the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2]

Menu screen to AUTO or NONDROP.

• To control this unit via this terminal, set

REM SEL HDV/DV in the REMOTE [1/2]

Menu screen to ON or LOC/REM.

Note

When connecting the IEEE1394 cable from/to

Camcorder,VCR and other IEEE1394 device,

make sure the following instructions, otherwise

the IEEE1394 circuit device may be

destroyed.

• Turn the power of both devices OFF and

connect the IEEE1394 cable.

• Do not insert incorrectly (in reverse) the

IEEE1394 cable end to IEEE1394 port of

both devices.

• Do not connect the IEEE1394 cable under

the condition of static electricity.

• Turn the power of both devices OFF when

changing the IEEE1394 switch from/to

HDV/DV.

• If HDV/DV signals are not input/output

when the IEEE1394 cable is connected,

check whether the signal format matches

the IEEE1394 switch setting on the front

panel. If the settings match, either recon-

nect the IEEE1394 cable, or reset the

power to the unit.

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bDC power input terminal

This terminal is for inputting DC 12 V. Connect

the DC power cord of the supplied AC adapter.

Memo

zWhen power is supplied to this terminal, the

OPERATE indicator located on the front panel

lights up. (The indicator turns red when BR-

HD50 is in the OPERATE OFF state)

zWhether to set BR-HD50 to enter the OPER-

ATE ON mode or OPERATE OFF mode when

power is supplied to the terminal can be

selected with DC IN MODE in the SYSTEM [2/

2] Menu screen.

cDC power cord clamp

Use this clamp to fasten the DC power cord.

d[SIGNAL GND] terminal

This is the grounding terminal for signals.

e[SERIAL REMOTE] terminal (mini jack)

This terminal is for connecting to the serial

remote controller.

To operate BR-HD50 with this terminal, per-

form the following settings.

• Set REMOTE SEL SER in the REMOTE [1/

2] Menu screen to “ON” or “LOC+REM”.

ON

: When the

5

REMOTE/LOCAL

switch on the front panel is set to

“REMOTE”, this terminal becomes

effective.

LOC+REM : This terminal is effective regard-

less of the setting of the 5

REMOTE/LOCAL switch on the

front panel.

Memo

To use this terminal as the foot switch input, set

FOOT SW in the REMOTE [2/2] Menu screen.

(XPage 71)

f[REMOTE] RS-422A terminal

(D-SUB 9P)

This terminal is for connecting to an RS-422A

serial interface-compatible editing remote con-

troller (e.g. RM-G820).

With this terminal, BR-HD50 can be used as a

player of an editing system.

To operate BR-HD50 with RS-422A, perform

the following settings.

• Set REMOTE SEL 9P in the REMOTE [1/2]

Menu screen to “ON”.

•Set the 5 REMOTE/LOCAL switch on the

front panel to “REMOTE”.

Memo

Screws for securing connectors differ by region.

U model : inch screws

E model : metric screws

gFan

This is a ventilation port for the fan motor.

Do not place objects in this area.

hSlot cover for servicing

This is used for servicing the unit.

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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

On-screen display

Besides E-E images and playback images, the monitor connected to the VIDEO OUTPUT terminals

(VIDEO LINE OUT, Y/C OUT, COMPONENT OUT and HDMI OUT) provides the following on-screen

information.

On-screen display Description Operation

Status display Displays the setting status of the VCR

operation mode, date/time, counter.

Settings can be performed with DIS-

PLAY in the DISPLAY Menu screen.

ON : Always display. According to

each event or error, the event

and alarm displays are

shown for about 3 seconds.

AUTO: It displays for about 4 sec-

onds during mode changes.

OFF : No on-screen display. The

alarm display is shown

according to errors, which

occurred.

Event display Displays the operating status of blank

search, index recording/search.

Alarm display Displays error/alarm messages for

incorrect operation or improper condi-

tion of BR-HD50.

Warning display When an error occurred with the VCR,

it displays warnings with the relevant

error codes. (XPage 80)

It is displayed automatically when an

error with the VCR occurred.

Menu display Displays the menu setting screen.

(XPage 64)

When BR-HD50 enters the STOP/

STILL mode or no cassette tape is

loaded, the menu is displayed when

the MENU button is pressed.

Multi Cue-up screen Displays the Multi Cue-up screen for

registering or selecting cue-up

(searching) point. (XPage 56)

When BR-HD50 enters the STOP,

STILL or PLAY mode, press the Cue-

up button to display the Multi Cue-up

screen.

VIDEO OUTPUT

Monitor

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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

Status display

Status display: It displays the current settings and operating status.

No. Item Description

1The 1 display contents differs between DV format and HDV format.

DV format

Sampling frequency/audio

output CH

Memo

If the counter display position

is set to the upper left, this item

will be displayed on the lower

right.

•DV

Displayed when recording or playing back a tape with

video in DV format.

• Sampling frequency

While recording an analog audio signal, the setting value

of AUDIO MODE: DV in the AUDIO Menu screen is dis-

played (32 kHz or 48 kHz).

During playback, the sampling frequency of the sound

recorded on the tape is displayed (32 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1

kHz).

During HDV/DV signal input, the sampling frequency of the

sound input is displayed.

•A.LOCK

Lights up when the video and audio sampling clocks (at 48

kHz) are synchronized in the PLAYBACK mode.

Always lights up in the RECORDING mode and EE mode.

• Audio output channel

The audio channel output from the AUDIO OUT terminal is

displayed (CH-1/2, CH-3/4, MIX). (only in 32 kHz mode)

• With A/V INFO. in the DISPLAY Menu screen, whether to

display this item can be selected.

HDV format

HDV format display

Displayed when recording or playing back a tape with video in

HDV format. HDV format details are displayed.

HDV-HD30P: 720/30p signal HDV-HD60P: 720/60p signal

HDV-HD25P: 720/25p signal HDV-HD50P: 720/50p signal

HDV-HD24P: 720/24p signal

HDV-SD60P : 480/60p signal

HDV-SD50P : 576/50p signal

Note

Does not support tapes in 576/26p mode from the GR-PD1

camera. Displays HDV-SD50p when playing back the tape.

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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

Status display (continued)

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No. Item Description

2Date/time

Memo

If the display position of the

counter is set to the lower left,

this item will be displayed on

the lower right.

• It displays the date and time (HR:MM:SS).

• When the unit is in the Analog/HDV Signal RECORDING

or STOP mode, it displays the data of the built-in clock.

• During playback, fast-forwarding or rewinding, the data

recorded on the tape is displayed.

• During DV signal recording, the data from the IEEE1394

terminal is displayed. If the REC button is pressed in the

STOP mode, the input data from the IEEE1394 terminal

will be displayed.

• The style for displaying the date and time can be selected

with DATE STYLE and TIME STYLE in the DISPLAY Menu

screen.

When TIME STYLE is set to 12H, the display symbols of

the hours, minutes, and days change as follows for AM

and PM.

AM = dot (.) PM = colon (:)

• Whether to display date/time and the type of display can

be selected with TIME/DATE in the DISPLAY Menu

screen.

• When the data/time is not set or when a tape is played with

no date/time data recorded, “– –” will be displayed.

3Counter display Displays the CTL counter, time code or user’s bit. The dis-

played contents can be selected using the COUNTER switch.

• CTL counter: It will be displayed if the COUNTER switch

is set to CTL. The counter shows a 7-digit

number (hour, minute, second and frame)

with + or – and “CTL” at the beginning, e.g.,

CTL-9:30:20:10

• Time code : It will be displayed if the COUNTER switch

is set to TC. The time code shows an 8-digit

number (hour, minute, second and frame).

At playback, the time codes recorded on the

tape are displayed.

The prefix indicates the time code mode.

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No. Item Description

When playing back an HDV recorded tape, the frame counter

of the time code is displayed according to the recorded signal

format.

720/30p…30 frame progressive

720/24p…24 frame progressive

480/60p…60 frame progressive

720/25p…25 frame progressive

576/50p…50 frame progressive

720/60p…60 frame progressive

720/50p…50 frame progressive

TCG : Time code generator data

TCR : Time code reader data

DTCG: Time code data received from the IEEE1394 terminal

(In DV mode)

Depending on the framing mode, the symbols for the seconds

and frames are different (only for NTSC).

• User’s bit : it will be displayed if the COUNTER switch

is set to UB.

The user’s bit is an 8-digit number (each

digit is a number or character from 0 – F).

The prefix indicates the user’s bit mode.

UBG : User’s bit generator data

UBR : User’s bit reader data

DUBG: User’s bit reader data received from the IEEE1394

terminal (In DV mode)

Memo

zThe position of the counter display can be changed with

COUNTER POSI in the DISPLAY Menu screen.

zThe counter display can be turned on/off with TIME CODE

in the DISPLAY Menu screen.

4VCR operation mode Displays the VCR operation mode, including:

PLAY, EJECT, FF, REW, STANDBY-ON, STANDBY-OFF,

STILL, REC, REC PAUSE, SHTL (shuttle search), JOG,

BLANK SRH (blank search), NO CASSETTE (cassette tape

not loaded), OPERATE OFF.

For SHTL and JOG, the speed is also displayed.

• The display can be turned on/off with VTR MODE in the

DISPLAY Menu screen.

5Remaining tape

Memo

If the counter display position

is set to the upper right, this

item will be displayed on the

lower right.

Displays the remaining time of tape (minutes).

Not displayed when the remaining time is being confirmed.

• The display can be turned on/off with TAPE REMAIN in the

DISPLAY Menu screen.

• The SP display disappears when a DVCAM cassette tape

is being played back.

• This remaining tape time display is only for reference.

00 : 00 : 00 : 00 Dot (.) for the drop frame mode

Colon (:) for the non-drop frame mode

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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

Event/Alarm display

Event display : When certain functions are in use, it is displayed at the following posi-

tions (with the DISPLAY mode ON or AUTO).

z“A” display: displayed during operation

z“B” display: displayed for about 3 seconds

Alarm display : An alarm message is displayed at the following positions when there has

been an operation error or when BR-HD50 is not in good condition, e.g.,

dirty head.

z“A” display: The state of BR-HD50 is displayed. It continues to be displayed until the error state is

corrected. This display is not affected by the setting of the display mode.

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B

Display Description

BLANK

SEARCH

Blank search in progress.

INDEX +1 Index search in progress.

The number indicates the

index search position.

INDEX MARK When an index has been

specified on the tape during

recording.

Display Description

INDEX

DETECTED

An index has been detected

during index repeat operation.

VIDEO END

DETECTED

The video end has been

detected during end repeat

operation.

Display Description

LOW VOLTAGE The voltage of the DC power source is low. If the operation continues, it enters

the OPERATE OFF mode.

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED!

The video head is dirty. Clean it with the head-cleaning tape exclusively for BR-

HD50. (XPage 9)

If the head is clogged, it is detected in the PLAYBACK mode and this message is

displayed.

OVERHEATING! The temperature inside BR-HD50 has exceeded the stated value.

Disconnect the power and place it at a cool place. If this message is displayed

again, BR-HD50 could be defective.

Consult your JVC-authorized service agent.

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z“B” display: Messages for incorrect operation are displayed for about 3 seconds.

They are displayed when the DISPLAY mode is ON or AUTO.

Display Description

INVALID TAPE! Data tape for PCs or DVC PRO tape is used.

The cassette tape will be automatically ejected.

LP TAPE! The user attempted to play back a tape recorded in the LP mode.

BR-HD50 cannot record or play in the LP mode.

NO HDV/DV SIG-

NAL

The user attempted to record without HDV or DV signal input.

COPY INHIBIT The user attempted to record copy-guarded signals.

REC INHIBIT The user attempted to record on a tape that is not ready for recording (the rear

switch is set to SAVE).

OPERATION

LOCK

This message is displayed when an operation button is pressed with OPERA-

TION LOCK enabled. To enable OPERATION LOCK, set OPERATION LOCK in

the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen to ON.

PB INHIBIT

[60/50]

This message is displayed when the HD/SD signal format setting differs during

playback of a tape recorded in HDV/DV format.

REC INHIBIT

[60/50]

• (for U model)

This message is displayed when the unit is recorded in PAL mode.

• (for E model)

This message is displayed when the unit is recorded in NTSC mode.

50/25 INHIBIT • When 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen is set to 60, this message

is displayed when HDV signal format is not 60Hz.

• This message is displayed when the DV signal from the IEEE1394 terminal is

not NTSC.

60/30 INHIBIT • When 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen is set to 50, this message

is displayed when HDV signal format is not 50Hz.

• This message is displayed when the DV signal from the IEEE1394 terminal is

not PAL.

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CONNECTION

Connecting video signals

Input signal

The input video signal is selected with the

INPUT SELECT switch on the front panel.

zTo input analog video signals

Use the LINE IN terminal or Y/C IN terminal.

• LINE IN terminal:

Inputs composite video signals.

Connect a BNC cable.

• Y/C IN terminal:

Inputs Y/C separate video signals. Connect

an S video cable (4PIN).

When a wide screen ID signal is input, the

ID signal is recorded.

zTo connect digital signals

Connect HDV signals or DV signals to the

IEEE1394 terminal.

Connect an IEEE1394 (6PIN) cable.

HDV signals using 720p format can be input.

HDV 720p format:

720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60p

720/50p, 720/25p, 576/50p

• The IEEE1394 switch located on the front

panel needs to be set, according to whether

the video format is HDV or DV.

• Digital audio is also input from the

IEEE1394 terminal.

• Power is not supplied via the IEEE1394 ter-

minal.

Y/C

IEEE1394

HDMI OUT

Y/C

COMPONENT

OUT

Video output, e.g., VCR/Camera

Digital input

HDV/DV

Analog input

Composite HD/SD Digital

HD monitor

HD/SD Analog

Digital output

HDV/DV

Video input, e.g., VCR

Monitor

Composite

Analog output

Turn off the power before making connec-

tions.

• Attach the supplied filter to the IEEE1394

cable. (XPage 29)

• For more information on the IEEE1394 termi-

nal, refer to page 18.

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Output signal

zLINE OUT terminal

Outputs composite video signals.

Connect to a monitor using a BNC cable.

In addition to the composite video signals, it

also displays the on-screen status display and

the menu settings screen.

zY/C OUT terminal

Outputs Y/C separate video signals.

Connect to a monitor using an S video cable

(4PIN).

In addition to the Y/C separate video signals, it

also displays the on-screen status display and

the menu settings screen.

When a wide screen ID signal exists in the

video signal, the ID signal is output.

zCOMPONENT OUT terminal

Outputs analog component video signals.

Connect to an HD-compatible monitor using

BNC cables (three cables).

View analog HD or SD video on the monitor.

This terminal does not output audio.

In addition to the video signals, it also displays

the on-screen status display and the menu

settings screen.

zHDMI OUT terminal

Outputs HDMI signals.

Outputs digital video and digital audio signals.

Connect to a monitor with an HDMI terminal

using an HDMI cable.

Outputs digital HD video, SD video, and digital

audio to the monitor.

When the monitor connection is a DVI termi-

nal, use an HDMI-DVI cable.

Digital HD/SD video is output to a DVI terminal

monitor. Does not output audio.

In addition to the video signals, it also displays

the on-screen status display and the menu

settings screen.

zIEEE1394 terminal

This is also an input terminal. Connect an

IEEE1394 (6PIN) cable.

Outputs HDV signals or DV signals.

Digital audio signals are output with the video.

Memo

For more information on input/output terminal

video formats, refer to pages 32 to 34.

Caution regarding video signals

zIf search images or analog video signals with

a high level of jitter are input, video or sound

may be distorted temporarily. Input stable sig-

nals, such as signals passed through a TBC.

• Attach the supplied filter to the IEEE1394

cable. (XPage 29)

• For more information on the IEEE1394 termi-

nal, refer to page 18.

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CONNECTION

Connecting audio signals

Input signal

zAnalog input

AUDIO IN terminal (RCA×2)

Connect an audio cable.

There are analog input terminals for 2 chan-

nels.

Four channels cannot be recorded simulta-

neously. Audio input from each terminal is

recorded to CH1 and CH2.

zDigital input

IEEE1394 terminal (6P)

Connect an IEEE1394 (6PIN) cable.

Inputs HDV signals or DV signals.

Digital audio signals are input with the video.

• The DV signal audio mode (48 kHz or 32

kHz) will match the input signal audio mode.

• During digital signal input, the recording

level cannot be adjusted.

Output signal

zAUDIO OUT terminal (RCA×2)

Connect an audio cable.

Analog audio is output.

For the DV format, tracks are available for 4

channels (in the 32 kHz audio mode).

• In the 32 kHz audio mode, the audio chan-

nel to output can be selected from 4 chan-

nels using A.OUTPUT: DV in the AUDIO

Menu screen.

zPHONES terminal (Stereo ø3.5)

Connect headphones.

zIEEE1394 terminal (6P)

This is also an input terminal. Connect an

IEEE1394 (6PIN) cable.

Digital audio signals are output with the video.

IEEE1394 AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO IN

HDMI OUT

Audio output, e.g., VCR/Camera

Digital audio

HDV/DV

Analog audio

HD monitor

Digital audio

HDV/DV

Audio input, e.g., VCR

Monitor

Analog audio

Analog audio

input

output

Digital audio

Headphones

• Attach the supplied filter to the IEEE1394

cable. (XPage 29)

• For more information on the IEEE1394 termi-

nal, refer to page 18.

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CONNECTION

Attaching the supplied ferrite core

zAlways attach the supplied ferrite core to the IEEE1394 cable and DC cord to decrease unnecessary

wave radiation.

zAttach the ferrite core close to the unit.

For BR-HD50 IEEE1394 terminal

Supplied ferrite core

Wrap the cable once around the ferrite core.

For BR-HD50 DC IN terminal

Supplied ferrite core

Wrap the cord once around the ferrite core.

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CONNECTION

Connecting with SERIAL REMOTE terminals

The following describes examples of SERIAL REMOTE terminal connection.

To use the SERIAL REMOTE terminals, set REMOTE SEL SER of the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen

to “ON” or “LOC+REM.” (XPage 70)

Operate BR-HD50 with the wired remote controller

Connect the wired remote controller to the

SERIAL REMOTE terminal.

Start/stop recording with an external switch, e.g., a foot switch.

Connect an external switch, e.g., a foot switch,

to the SERIAL REMOTE terminal.

The format of the input signals can be selected

with FOOT SW in the REMOTE [2/2] Menu

screen. (XPage 71)

SERIAL

REMOTE Wired remote

controller

Foot

switch

SERIAL

REMOTE

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CONNECTION

Connecting the AC adapter

Connect the supplied AC adapter to BR-HD50.

Memo

zEven in the OPERATE OFF mode, a small

amount of electricity will still flow into the unit.

zWhen the unit is in the OPERATE OFF mode,

no operation can be performed except that of

the OPERATE buttons and cassette loading/

ejecting.

Always attach the supplied ferrite core

to the DC cord. (XPage 29)

1. Remove one screw on the back panel of the

unit, and remove the DC cord clamp.

2. Connect the DC cord of the AC adapter to

the DC IN terminal of BR-HD50.

3. To prevent accidental disconnection of the

DC cord, insert the DC cord into the clamp,

orient the clamp as shown in the figure

above, and secure the clamp to the unit.

Use the screw removed in step 1 above to

secure the clamp to the unit.

4. Connect the supplied power cord to the AC

IN terminal of the AC adapter.

5. Connect the power cord to the power out-

let.

• BR-HD50 is turned on and the OPERATE

indicator lights up in red.

(OPERATE OFF mode)

• If DC IN MODE of the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

screen is set to “OPE ON”, the OPERATE

indicator will light up in green.

(OPERATE ON mode)

Note

zSupply power to BR-HD50 using the supplied AC adapter. Do not

use other power sources.

zDo not unplug the DC cord and/or the power cord during recording

or playback.

zIf the supply voltage is low, an alarm display of “LOW VOLTAGE”

is shown.

Screw

1. Clamp

Supplied AC adapter

Supplied power cord

DC cord

DC IN terminal

3. Clamp

2. 4.

5.

Supplied ferrite core

OPERATE indicator

OPERATE

button

LOW VOLTAGE

Alarm message

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RECORDING/OUTPUT SIGNAL FORMAT

Inputting analog signal

Recording and output terminal video/audio signal format when inputting analog

signal

Input video

format Model Input

signal

Tape

recording

format

IEEE1394

terminal

HDMI OUT terminal

COMPONENT OUT

terminal

LINE OUT terminal

Y/C OUT terminal

Analog U model 480/60i 480/60i 480/60i 480/60i 480/60i

E model 576/50i 576/50i 576/50i 576/50i 576/50i

HDMI OUT

COMPONENT

OUT

Y

P

B

P

R

LINE

OUT

Y/C

OUT

LINE

IN

Y/C

IN

IEEE1394

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

AUDIO OUT

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

AUDIO IN

Front panel

IEEE1394 switch

Analog video

A/D con-

version

Digital

EE video

Input terminal Output terminal

Digital video

Tape: DV recording (480i, 576i)

Analog

audio

Digital

audio

Digital EE video

Digital EE audio

Analog EE video

Digital EE audio

Analog EE video

Analog EE video

Analog EE audio Analog audio

SD Digital video

(480i) (576i)

Digital audio

SD Analog com-

ponent video

(480i) (576i)

DV Digital video

(480i) (576i)

Digital audio

Composite

video (480i)

(576i)

Y/C separate

video (480i)

(576i)

A/D con-

version

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

Digital EE

audio

Video signals

Audio signals

HDV

format

DV

format

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RECORDING/OUTPUT SIGNAL FORMAT

Inputting digital signal



Recording and output terminal video/audio signal format when inputting digital signal

*1 : Set using 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

*2 : Set using OUT FORMAT [60]/OUT FORMAT [50] in the VIDEO Menu screen.

Input video

format

HD signal

format (*1)

Input

signal

Tape record-

ing format

HDMI OUT terminal

COMPONENT OUT terminal (*2)

LINE OUT terminal

Y/C OUT terminal

HDV

60Hz

720/60p 720/60p

720/60p, 480/60p, 1080/60i,

480/60i 480/60i

720/30p 720/30p

720/24p 720/24p

480/60p 480/60p

50Hz

720/50p 720/50p 720/50p, 576/50p, 1080/50i,

576/50i 576/50i720/25p 720/25p

576/50p 576/50p

Input video

format Model Input

signal

Tape record-

ing format

HDMI OUT terminal

COMPONENT OUT terminal (*2)

LINE OUT terminal

Y/C OUT terminal

DV U model 480/60i 480/60i

720/60p, 480/60p, 1080/60i, 480/60i

480/60i

E model 576/50i 576/50i

720/50p, 576/50p, 1080/50i, 576/50i

576/50i

MENU:

OUT FORMAT[60]

OUT FORMAT[50]

MONITOR SELECT

(HDMI[A]/OUT FRMT)

HDMI OUT

COMPONENT

OUT

Y

P

B

P

R

LINE

OUT

Y/C

OUT

IEEE1394

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

AUDIO OUT

Input terminal Output terminal

HDV format

Front panel

IEEE1394 switch

DV format

Tape : HDV (720p, 480p, 576p)

DV (480i, 576i) recording

Digital video

Digital

video

Digital audio

Digital audio

Digital EE audio

Analog EE video

Analog EE video

Analog EE audio

Digital EE

video

Digital EE

audio

Cross converter

(480I, 480P, 720P, 1080I)

(576I, 576P, 720P, 1080I)

HD/SD Digital video

(480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i)

(576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i)

Digital audio

HD/SD Analog compo-

nent video

(480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i)

(576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i)

Composite

video (480i)

(576i)

Y/C separate

video (480i)

(576i)

Down converter

Analog audio

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

Video signals

Audio signals

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RECORDING/OUTPUT SIGNAL FORMAT

Playback

Output terminal video/audio signal format during playback

*1 : Set using 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

*2 : Set using OUT FORMAT [60]/OUT FORMAT [50] in the VIDEO Menu screen.

Video

format

HD signal

format (*1)

Tape record-

ing format

IEEE1394

terminal

HDMI OUT terminal

COMPONENT OUT terminal (*2)

LINE OUT terminal

Y/C OUT terminal

HDV

60Hz

720/60p 720/60p

720/60p, 480/60p, 1080/60i,

480/60i 480/60i

720/30p 720/30p

720/24p 720/24p

480/60p 480/60p

50Hz

720/50p 720/50p 720/50p, 576/50p, 1080/50i,

576/50i 576/50i720/25p 720/25p

576/50p 576/50p

Video

format Model Tape record-

ing format

IEEE1394

terminal

HDMI OUT terminal

COMPONENT OUT terminal (*2)

LINE OUT terminal

Y/C OUT terminal

DV/DVCAM U model 480/60i 480/60i

720/60p, 480/60p, 1080/60i, 480/60i

480/60i

E model 576/50i 576/50i

720/50p, 576/50p, 1080/50i, 576/50i

576/50i

(480I, 480P, 720P, 1080I)

(576I, 576P, 720P, 1080I)

MENU:

OUT FORMAT[60]

OUT FORMAT[50]

MONITOR SELECT

(HDMI[A]/OUT FRMT)

HDMI OUT

COMPONENT

OUT

Y

P

B

P

R

LINE

OUT

Y/C

OUT

IEEE1394

CH 1/3 CH 2/4

AUDIO OUT

Output terminal

Video signals

Audio signals

Tape : HDV (720p, 480p, 576p)/

DV (480i, 576i)/DVCAM (480i, 576i)

format

HD/SD Digital video

(480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i)

(576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i)

Digital audio

HD/SD Analog compo-

nent video

(480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i)

(576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i)

Composite

video (480i)

(576i)

Y/C separate

video (480i)

(576i)

Analog audio

HDV (720p, 480p, 576p)

/DV (480i, 576i) Digital

video

Digital audio

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

D/A con-

version

Cross converter

HDV format

DV format

Down converter

Digital videoDigital

audio

Digital video

Digital audio

Digital audio

Analog audio

Analog video

Analog video

Playback

E-35

PREPARATION

Turning on/off the power

Note

After the OPERATE button is pressed and BR-

HD50 is turned on, if the green indicator blinks or

the monitor displays “UNPLUG MAIN POWER,

PLUG BACK IN AFTER A WHILE”, unplug the

power cord from the power outlet, leave it for a

while before turning on the power again.

Press the OPERATE button when BR-

HD50 is in the OPERATE OFF mode

(with the OPERATE indicator lit up in

red)

• The power is turned on and the OPERATE

indicator lights up in green. BR-HD50 is

ready for operation. (OPERATE ON mode)

Memo

zIn the OPERATE OFF mode, if a cassette tape

is inserted, the power is turned on and BR-

HD50 goes into the OPERATE ON mode.

zWhether BR-HD50 goes into the OPERATE

ON or OFF mode when the power is supplied

to the DC IN terminal can be selected with DC

IN MODE in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

Turn off BR-HD50

1. Press the OPERATE button.

• BR-HD50 enters the OPERATE OFF mode and the OPERATE indicator lights up in red.

2. If BR-HD50 is not to be used for a long period of time, unplug the AC adapter.

To unplug the AC adapter, remove the power cord from the power outlet first.

Turning on the power

OPERATE indicator

OPERATE

button

Turning off the power

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PREPARATION

Operation method (main unit/remote controller) and OPERATION LOCK mode

Whether to operate BR-HD50 with its buttons or the remote con-

troller can be selected with the REMOTE/LOCAL switch.

Setting the REMOTE/LOCAL switch

• To operate with the buttons of BR-HD50, set it to “LOCAL”.

• To operate BR-HD50 with RS-422A editing remote controller

that is connected to the REMOTE terminal, set it to

“REMOTE”.

Memo

With the REMOTE/LOCAL switch set to REMOTE, RS-422A can

be enabled using REMOTE SEL 9P in the REMOTE [1/2] Menu

screen.

• The setting position of the REMOTE switch for operating BR-

HD50 with the SERIAL REMOTE terminal can be selected

using REMOTE SEL SER in the REMOTE [1/2] Menu

screen.

• The setting position of the REMOTE switch for operating BR-

HD50 with the IEEE1394 terminal can be selected at REM

SEL HDV/DV in the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen.

[XPage 70 “REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen”]

BR-HD50 comes with an operation lock function to prevent unauthorized or incorrect operation.

In the OPERATION LOCK mode, the operation buttons and slide switches of BR-HD50 are disabled.

However, the OPERATE ON and MENU operations are effective.

The PHONES volume is always effective.

Turning on the OPERATION LOCK mode

Set OPERATION LOCK in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen to

ON.

• If the operation button of BR-HD50 is pressed while BR-

HD50 is in the OPERATION LOCK mode, “OPERATION

LOCK” is displayed on the monitor for about 3 seconds.

Turning off the OPERATION LOCK mode

Set OPERATION LOCK in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen to

OFF.

Selecting the operating method (main unit/remote controller)

OPERATION LOCK mode

–––

REMOTE [ 1 / 2 ]

–––

REMOTE SE L 9P ON

REMOTE SE L SER ON

REM SEL HDV / DV ON

LOCAL FUNCT ION STP+EJT

PREROL L 7SEC

NEXT PAGE

PAGE BACK

REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen

Memo

If the REMOTE/LOCAL switch

is set to REMOTE, the buttons

that can be operated by the

main unit can be selected with

LOCAL FUNCTION.

REMOTE/LOCAL switch

–––SYSTEM[ 2 / 2 ] ––––––

DC I N MODE OPE OF F

INDEX WRITE INDEX

OPERAT I ON LOCK ON

60 / 50 SEL 60

FACTORY SETT I NG CANCEL

DRUM HOUR METER 0 0 0 0 0 0

PAGE BACK

SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen

E-37

PREPARATION

Loading/Ejecting cassette

Use standard DV cassette tapes or mini DV cassette tapes.

1. Check the cassette tape.

• Setting the rear switch.

Push it to “REC” for recording.

To prevent its contents from being erased accidentally, push

it to “SAVE”.

• Ensure that the tape is not loosened.

2. Ensure that no cassette tape is loaded.

With no cassette tape loaded, the cassette LED is off.

When no cassette tape is loaded, the status display for the VCR

operation mode shows “NO CASSETTE” on the monitor.

3. Load the cassette tape.

• Insert a standard DV cassette tape into the tape-loading slot.

• For a mini DV cassette tape, load it in between the left and

right guides.

Set the tape window face up and push the cassette tape in

slowly until it is drawn in automatically.

When the cassette tape is loaded, the status display indi-

cates “STANDBY-ON”.

*

If the STANDBY-ON mode is left as is, it goes into the STANDBY-

OFF mode.

In the STANDBY-OFF mode, press the STOP button to return to

the STANDBY-ON mode.

1. Press the EJECT button of BR-HD50.

While the cassette tape is being ejected, the status display

flashes “EJECT”.

2. Remove the cassette tape.

Loading the cassette tape

Ejecting the cassette tape

OPERATE

Mini

DVCAM REC INH.

60 50

HMSF

CH-1/3

CH-2/4

AUDIO

MENU

HOLD

PHONES

BLANK CUE UP

DISP RESET REC

REW

IEEE

COUNTER

HDV

CTL

TC

UB

DV

HDV/DV

LINE

Y/C

SELECT REMOTE

LOCAL

INPUT

1394

STOP FF

PLAY PAUSE

EJECT

SEARCH SEARCH

SET

OPERATE

Mini

DVCAM REC INH.

60 50

HMSF

CH-1/3

CH-2/4

AUDIO

MENU

HOLD

PHONES

BLANK CUE UP

DISP RESET REC

REW

IEEE

COUNTER

HDV

CTL

TC

UB

DV

HDV/DV

LINE

Y/C

SELECT REMOTE

LOCAL

INPUT

1394

STOP FF

PLAY PAUSE

EJECT

SEARCH SEARCH

SET

EJECT buttonCassette LED Guide

Standard DV tape Mini DV tape

REC

SAVE

3DV 2 K CH– 1 / 2 SP 0 0M I N

06 / 10 / 05 NO CASSETTE

11:20:00 TCR 02:00:00:00

VCR mode status display

Switch

Memo

zThe cassette tape can be

loaded/ejected even when

BR-HD50 is in the OPER-

ATE OFF mode.

zThe loading/ejecting action

of the cassette tape takes

about 6 seconds.

E-38

PREPARATION

Setting/Displaying date and time

This function sets up the date and time of the built-in clock. With the built-in chargeable battery, the date

and time data that have been set are maintained even after the main power is turned off. The set date

and time data are displayed on the monitor according to the settings in the Menu screen. Date and time

display information are recorded onto the tape. During IEEE1394 terminal DV signal input, internal

clock data is not recorded.

The date and time are set up at the CLOCK ADJUST Menu

screen.

The CLOCK ADJUST Menu screen is found under the TC/UB/

CLOCK [2/2] Menu.

Setting can be performed while checking the information shown on

the monitor.

Press the OPERATE button to turn on the power and

set it to the STOP mode.

1. Press the MENU button to display the TOP Menu screen.

2. Displaying the CLOCK ADJUST Menu.

1Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the desired

TC/UB/CLOCK item. Press SET or the S button.

2Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the NEXT

PAGE item in the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu screen. Press

SET or the S button.

3Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the CLOCK

ADJUST item in the TC/UB/CLOCK [2/2] Menu screen.

Press SET or the S button.

3. Setting the date and time in the CLOCK ADJUST Menu

screen.

1Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the date or

time item. Press SET or the S button.

2Press the S or Q button to select the digit for setting.

The selected digit starts blinking.

3Press the R or P to set the value.

4Repeat step 1 – 3. After completing the required setting,

press the SET button.

Setting date and time

MENU button

R button S button

P button

Q button

OPERATE button

SET button

–––TC/UB /CLOCK [2 / 2 ] –– –

U-BIT[ 50] OFF

CLOCK ADJUST . .

PAGE BACK

–––CLO

M

CK AD JUS T– – –

D(DMD/ATE / YY ) 0 6 / 10 / 05

TIME 00:00

PAGE BACK

–––CLO

M

CK AD JUS T– – –

D(DMD/ATE / YY ) 0 6 / 10 / 05

TIME 12:00

PAGE BACK

TC/UB/CLOCK [2/2] Menu screen

CLOCK ADJUST Menu screen

Date (MM/DD/YY)...U model

Date (DD/MM/YY)...E model

Time (Hour, minute)

Cursor

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Memo

The seconds for the time cannot be set up. After the minute is set

up, press the SET button in synchronization with the time signal.

4. Returning to the TOP Menu from TC/UB/CLOCK after com-

pleting all settings

• Press the Q button.

Or

• Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to PAGE

BACK and press the SET button.

5. Returning to the usual menu

• Press the MENU button.

Or

• Bring the cursor to EXIT of the TOP Menu and press the SET

button.

The date and time data can be displayed on the monitor on-screen display (status display). Setup can

be performed at the DISPLAY Menu screen to turn on/off the date/time display and select the display

style. (For setting procedure: XPage 64)

DISPLAY Menu screen

zTIME/DATE : For enabling/disabling the display of date

and time on the status display

OFF : Does not display date/time.

TIME : Displays time only.

DATE : Displays date only.

DATE+ TM : Displays both the time and date.

zDATE STYLE : For selecting the date display style

YY/MM/DD : Year/month/day

MM/DD/YY : Month/day/year

DD/MM/YY : day/month/year

zTIME STYLE : For selecting the time display style

24H : 24-hour time mode

12H : 12-hour time mode

Set DISPLAY to ON or AUTO in the DISPLAY Menu screen.

Memo

z

In the Analog RECORDING or STOP mode : Displays the time of

the built-in clock.

zIn the PLAYBACK mode : The date and time

recorded on the

tape are displayed.

zIn the DV RECORDING mode : The date and time

from the IEEE1394

terminal are dis-

played.

Selecting date/time display

On-screen status display

–––CLO

M

CK AD JUS T– – –

D(DMD/ATE / YY ) 0 6 / 10 / 05

TIME 12:00

PAGE BACK

–––DISPLAY–––

T

DISPLAY ON

COUNTER POS I . LOWER - R

IME CODE ON

VTR MODE ON

TAP E REMA I N ON

TIME/DATE DATE+TM

A/V INFO. ON

DATE STYLE DD / MM / YY

TIME STYLE 24HOUR

PAGE BACK

DISPLAY Menu screen

3DV 2 K CH– 1 / 2 SP 0 0M I N

06 / 10 / 05 NO CASSETTE

11:20:00 TCR 02:00:00:0

0

On-screen status display

Date/time display

E-40

PREPARATION

Selecting HD signal format

On this unit, 60Hz format or 50Hz format for the HD signal format can be selected using 60/50 SEL in

the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

This must be set in the following situations.

zSet to match the input signal format when recording HDV signals from the IEEE1394 terminal.

zSet to match the playback signal format when playing a tape recorded with HDV signals.

Current settings on this unit can be checked by whether the front

panel 60 or 50 indicator light is lit.

60 indicator : The HD signal format is 60Hz.

50 indicator : The HD signal format is 50Hz.

Set this using 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

Perform setting while checking the monitor display.

Press the OPERATE button to turn on the power, and

set it to the STOP mode.

1. Press the MENU button to display the TOP Menu screen.

2. Display the SYSTEM Menu screen.

Press the R or P button to move the cursor to SYSTEM,

then press SET or the S button.

3. Display the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

Press the R or P button to move the cursor to NEXT PAGE,

then press SET or the S button.

4. Set 60/50 SEL.

1Press the R or P button to move the cursor to 60/50 SEL

in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen, then press SET or the S

button.

• The setting value area flashes.

2Press the R or P button to select the setting value.

60 : The HD signal format becomes 60Hz.

50 : The HD signal format becomes 50Hz.

3Press the SET or S button confirm the setting value.

The unit automatically restarts when the setting is

confirmed.

Memo

zRecording and playback are unavailable when the unit setting

differs from the HDV input signal or HDV recorded tape signal

format.

zDuring DV/analog signal input or when playing a tape recorded

with DV/analog signals, the field frequency format is fixed for

the region, regardless of the 60/50 SEL menu setting.

(U model: 60Hz, E model: 50Hz)

Check settings

Setting the Menu screen

–––SYSTEM[ 2 / 2 ] ––––––

DC I N MODE OPE OF F

INDEX WRITE INDEX

OPERAT I ON LOCK ON

60 / 50 SEL 60

FACTORY SETT I NG CANCEL

DRUM HOUR METER 0 0 0 0 0 0

PAGE BACK

SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen

E-41

RECORDING

Settings for analog signal input

Selecting analog input signal

Set the INPUT SELECT switch located on the

front panel to LINE or Y/C.

LINE : Inputs composite video from the

LINE IN terminal, and analog audio

signals from the AUDIO IN terminal.

Y/C : Inputs Y/C separate signals from

the Y/C IN terminal, and analog

audio signals from the AUDIO IN

terminal.

Setting VIDEO Menu screen

zSET UP [60]: DV (only for U model)

Set here according to the existence of the

setup of analog video signals (composite and

Y/C separate). If it exists, set here to ON. If it

does not, OFF.

Setting AUDIO Menu screen

zAUDIO MODE: DV (In DV mode only)

Selects the audio sampling frequency for

recording.

32k : Records in 12-bit 32 kHz mode. DV

format has up to four channels of

recording tracks available, but this

unit only records onto two chan-

nels: CH1 and CH2.

48k : Records in 16-bit 48 kHz mode.

Records onto CH1 and CH2.

Memo

Audio dubbing is not available on this unit.

Setting SYSTEM Menu screen

zREC LONG P. TIME

This is for setting the time for BR-HD50 to

enter the tape protection mode if there is a

long recording pause.

zINDEX WRITE: SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

This is for selecting whether to record index

signals automatically when recording starts.

(SYSTEM menu details: XPage 67 to 69)

For settings when recording time

codes, refer to pages 60 and 61.

INPUT SELECT switch

Setting Menu screens

E-42

RECORDING

Settings for digital signal input

Selecting digital input signal

Set the INPUT SELECT switch located on

the front panel to HDV/DV.

Inputs IEEE1394 terminal HDV or DV digital

video.

For audio, digital audio is input from the

IEEE1394 terminal.

Settings for digital video format

Set according to whether the IEEE1394 termi-

nal input video format is HDV or DV.

Set the IEEE1394 switch on the front panel,

according to the video format of the input

signal.

HDV : To input HDV format signals, set to

this position. The HDV indicator on

the front panel will light.

DV : To input DV format signals, set to

this position. The HDV indicator on

the front panel will turn off.

Memo

zDuring digital signal input, make sure the

IEEE1394 switch setting matches the input

signal video format. When the switch setting

does not match the video format, no recording

operation is available.

zDuring HDV signal input, match the HD signal

format (60Hz or 50Hz) to the input signal for-

mat.

(XPage 40 “Selecting HD signal format”)

zRecording/output signal format during HDV or

DV signal input: XPage 33

Selecting input signal

IEEE1394 switch

INPUT SELECT switch

HDV indicator light

E-43

Setting SYSTEM Menu screen

zREC LONG P. TIME

This is for setting the time for BR-HD50 to

enter the tape protection mode if there is a

long recording pause.

zINDEX WRITE: SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

This is for selecting whether to record index

signals automatically when recording starts.

(SYSTEM menu details: XPage 67 to 69)

Setting VIDEO Menu screen

zOUT FORMAT [60]/[50]

Select the EE image format output from the

HDMI OUT terminal and the COMPONENT

OUT terminal. (Cross converter video)

Setting [60]: NATIVE/480I/480P/1080I/720P

Setting [50]: NATIVE/576I/576P/1080I/720P

zMONITOR SELECT

To automatically match the EE image format

output from the HDMI terminal to the video for-

mat of the connected display, set this menu

item to HDMI[A].

[Settings: HDMI[A]/OUT FRMT]

zDOWN CONV. MODE

The HDV signal is a wide-screen video signal.

When HDV signals are input, the output from

the LINE OUT terminal and Y/C OUT terminal

will be down-converted EE images (480i/576i).

Set the style for displaying the down-con-

verted EE image on a display with a 4:3 aspect

ratio.

This will also apply to down-converted EE

images (480i/576i) output from the COMPO-

NENT OUT terminal.

[Settings: SQUEEZE/LETTER BOX/SIDE-

CUT]

zUP CONV. MODE

Up-converts DV input signals or DV/DVCAM

recorded tape playback signals, and sets the

video mode for output from the COMPONENT

OUT terminal.

[Settings: FULL/SIDE P.]

(VIDEO menu details: XPage 73 to 75)

Settings for recording the time code

Select the time code to record, from the data in

the built-in time code generator or from the time

code data input from the IEEE1394 terminal,

using TC DUPLI. in the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2]

Menu screen. To record the time code from the

IEEE1394 terminal, set TC DUPLI. to AUTO or

NON DROP.

(Setting time code recording: XPage 60, 61)

Memo

zAudio mode

During digital signal input, the audio mode is

identical to the IEEE1394 terminal input signal

mode.

DV format : 48K, 44.1K, or 32K mode

HDV format : 48K mode

During digital signal input, the AUDIO MODE:

DV setting in the AUDIO menu is invalid.

zTime/Date display

During DV signal input, data from the built-in

clock cannot be recorded.

The date/time data input from the IEEE1394

terminal is recorded, regardless of the menu

settings.

Setting related Menu screen

E-44

RECORDING

Adjusting audio recording level

The analog audio recording level can be adjusted on this unit. There are two adjustment methods,

selected using A.REC VR.MD.: DV in the AUDIO Menu screen.

The audio recording level can be set to the initial setting value. (UNITY mode)

Memo

Audio input level from the IEEE1394 terminal cannot be adjusted.

Set “Q, S” KEY FUNC. in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen to VAR/RECV.

Select an adjustment method using A.REC VR.MD.: DV in the AUDIO Menu screen.

BOTH : The audio recording level for both CH1 and CH2 are adjusted simultaneously.

INDEPEND : The audio recording level for CH1 and CH2 are adjusted separately.

Hide the Menu screen.

This can be adjusted in the STOP or REC mode. Watching the audio level indicator

on the front panel, adjust so that the far right LED is turned off.

Increasing the recording level

Press the R button while holding down the Q or S button. The

audio recording level for both CH1 and CH2 increases.

Decreasing the recording level

Press the P button while holding down the Q or S button. The

audio recording level for CH1 and CH2 decreases.

Settings

Adjusting audio recording level

Simultaneously adjusting both channels (BOTH)

Adjustment buttons Audio level indicator

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Adjusting the CH1 channel

Press the R or P button while holding down the Q button.

Press the R button to increase the recording level.

Press the P button to decrease the recording level.

Adjusting the CH2 channel

Press the R or P button while holding down the S button.

Press the R button to increase the recording level.

Press the P button to decrease the recording level.

To set the audio recording level to the initial setting

value, press the Q button and S button simulta-

neously.

• The audio recording level is fixed to the initial setting value.

Adjusting each channel separately (INDEPEND)

Adjusting the audio recording level to the initial setting value

(UNITY mode)

E-46

RECORDING

Recording procedure

1. Load the cassette tape.

• Before loading the cassette tape, please ensure that the rear

slide of the cassette tape is pushed to REC.

The unit is turned on.

2. Start recording.

• Press the PLAY button while holding down the REC button.

3. Pause recording.

• Press the PAUSE button.

4. Resume recording.

• Press the PLAY button.

5. Stop recording.

• Press the STOP button.

If INDEX WRITE is set to ON in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen, an index signal is recorded at the

recording starting position of the tape. In the PLAYBACK mode, the position where the index signal is

recorded can be searched. (Index search)

Press the REC button to record index signals during

recording.

* It is not possible to record only index signals after the record-

ing. Allow at least an interval of 1 minute between recordings

of index.

* Index signals cannot be recorded with the REC button of the

remote controller. Use the record button of BR-HD50.

2. REC button

5. STOP button

3. PAUSE

button

2. 4. PLAY button

Memo

zThe tape protection function

enables BR-HD50 automati-

cally to go into the STOP

mode when there is a long

recording pause. The time to

go into the STOP mode can

be set with REC LONG P.

TIME in the SYSTEM [1/2]

Menu screen.

zWhen a home-use DV VCR

is used to play tapes record-

ed with BR-HD50, the sound

level may be reduced.

Recording index signals

Memo

If recording is performed right

after the RECORDING PAUSE

mode is exited, index signals

are not recorded.

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RECORDING

Backup recording function

In combination with DV equipment, BR-HD50 can perform continuous, long-hour recording.

BR-HD50 can be set as the backup unit connected to a DVcamcorder (GY-DV300/DV500/DV550/

DV5000, etc.). When the recording tape of the source unit nears its end, BR-HD50 can start recording,

enabling long-hour recording.

Connect the DV terminal of the source unit to the

IEEE1394 terminal of BR-HD50 with an IEEE1394

cable.

Set the INPUT SELECT switch on the

front panel to “HDV/DV”.

Set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch on the

front panel to “REMOTE”.

Set BACKUP REC: DV in the SYSTEM

[1/2] Menu screen.

Use the following settings according to the

tape length of the source unit.

* For DV or mini DV cassette tape:

25MIN : 30-minute tape

55MIN : 60-minute tape

75MIN : 80-minute tape

115MIN : 120-minute tape

175MIN : 180-minute tape

265MIN : 270-minute tape

OFF : No backup recording

Set the REM SEL HDV/DV in the RE-

MOTE [1/2] Menu screen to ON or

LOC+REM.



Set TC DUPLI. in the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2]

Menu screen to OFF.

• It records the data of the built-in time code

generator.

• When TC DUPLI. is set to AUTO or NON

DROP, the time code of the DV camcorder

will stop advancing. If the DV cable is dis-

connected, the time code of the backup

recording will stop advancing.

For using GY-DV5000/DV5100 as the

source unit

Set DV REC TRIGGER in the OTHERS [1/2]

Menu screen of GY-DV5000/DV5100 to OFF.

1. Recording begins on the source unit.

* Ensure that recording starts from the begin-

ning of the recording tape.

2. BR-HD50 begins recording when the tape of

the source unit nears its end (about 5 min-

utes before the end of the tape).

• BR-HD50 begins recording when the record-

ing time of the source unit reaches the time

set by BACKUP REC: DV.

Memo

zIn backup recording, BR-HD50 records video/

sound from the source unit.

While this unit is performing backup recording,

continue shooting from the source unit.

zThe audio mode is the one selected in the

source unit. (32 K/48 K)

zSet BACKUP REC: DV to “OFF” if the unit is

not performing backup recording.

Backup unit: BR-HD50

IEEE1394

terminal

DV terminal

IEEE1394 cable

REMOTE/LOCAL switch

INPUT SELECT switch

Connection

Setting up BR-HD50 Operation

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RECORDING

Recording with SERIAL REMOTE terminals

Recording can be turned ON/OFF with a serial remote controller or foot switch connected to the serial

remote terminal located at the rear panel of BR-HD50.

The serial remote controller can be connected to the SERIAL

REMOTE terminal located on the rear panel of BR-HD50.

To use the SERIAL REMOTE terminal, set REMOTE

SEL SER in the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen to ON or

LOC+REM. Then, set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch on

the front panel accordingly.

zREMOTE SEL SER

ON : When the REMOTE/LOCAL switch is set to

REMOTE, operations can be performed via the

SERIAL REMOTE terminal.

LOC+REM : With the REMOTE/LOCAL switch is set either way,

operations can be performed via the SERIAL

REMOTE terminal. With this setting, the buttons

and switches of the unit can be used too.



Set FOOT SW in the REMOTE [2/2] Menu screen accord-

ing to how the SERIAL REMOTE terminal is used.

OFF : Set to OFF when the serial remote controller is

used. The footswitch cannot be used.

L EDGE : Recording and recording pause is switched at the

LOW edge of the footswitch signal.

H EDGE : Recording and recording pause is switched at the

HIGH edge of the footswitch signal.

L LEVEL : Recording is performed at the LOW edge and

paused at the HIGH edge of the footswitch signal.

Before using the foot switch, set BR-HD50 to the RECORDING or

RECORDING PAUSE mode using the relevant buttons of the unit.

(Only with L EDGE and H EDGE)

Memo

zThe foot switch can only be used to switch between RECORD-

ING ON and OFF.

zThe foot switch can be operated regardless of the setting of the

REMOTE/LOCAL switch.

Connection

Setting

Operation

REMOTE/LOCAL switch

SERIAL

REMOTE

• Serial remote controller

• Foot switch

–––

REMOTE [ 1 / 2 ]

–––

REMOTE SE L 9P ON

REMOTE SE L SER ON

REM SEL HDV / DV ON

LOCAL FUNCT ION STP+EJT

PREROL L 7SEC

NEXT PAGE

PAGE BACK

–––REMOTE[2/2]–––

REM FF / REW MODE FF / REW

REM STOP SE L . EE

PB START DELAY 0 F

SYNCHRON I ZAT I ON ON

CONT ROL L E R SE L T YP E 1

FOOT SW L EDGE

PAGE BACK

Foot switch

Serial IN

H

400ms

L

Memo

zBesides recording, the serial

remote controller can per-

form other functions.

z

If the REMOTE SEL SER is set

to ON, unit buttons that can be

operated can be selected from

LOCAL FUNCTION in the

REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen.

REMOTE

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REMOTE [2/2] Menu screen

terminal

Signal

Min

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PLAYBACK

Playback settings

This unit plays back tapes recorded in HDV, DV,

or DVCAM format. (SP mode only)

When playing back tapes recorded in HDV or

DVCAM format, the front panel HDV or DVCAM

indicator is lit.

Selecting playback video format

Set whether to automatically detect the video

format for playback, or to select a specific for-

mat, using PB TAPE FORMAT on the SYS-

TEM [2/2] Menu screen.

[Settings: AUTO, DV, HDV, DVCAM]

(Details: XPage 69)

Setting IEEE1394 terminal output

video format

Set the IEEE1394 terminal output video format

to HDV or DV.

Set the IEEE1394 switch on the front panel,

according to the playback video format.

HDV : Use this setting when the playback tape

video format is HDV.

DV : Use this setting when the playback tape

video format is DV or DVCAM.

Memo

zWhen playing back a tape recorded in HDV

format, match the unit HD signal format (60Hz

or 50Hz) to the playback signal format.

(XPage 40 “Selecting HD signal format”)

zPlayback output signal format: XPage 34



Selecting video format for HDMI OUT

terminal and COMPONENT OUT terminal

zOUT FORMAT [60]/[50]

Select the playback image format to output

from the HDMI OUT terminal and the COMPO-

NENT OUT terminal. (Cross converter video)

[Settings [60]: NATIVE, 480I, 480P, 1080I, 720P]

[Settings [50]: NATIVE, 576I, 576P, 1080I, 720P]

Automatic selection of HDMI OUT ter-

minal video output

zMONITOR SELECT

To automatically match the playback image

format output from the HDMI OUT terminal to

the video format of the connected display, set

this menu item to HDMI[A].

[Settings: HDMI[A]/OUT FRMT]

Screen display style for up/down-con-

verter video

zDOWN CONV. MODE

The HDV signal is a wide-screen video signal.

When playing a tape recorded in HDV format,

the output from the LINE OUT terminal and Y/

C OUT terminal will be down-converted play-

back images (480i/576i).

Set the style for displaying the down-con-

verted playback image on a display with a 4:3

aspect ratio.

This will also apply to down-converted play-

back images (480i/576i) output from the COM-

PONENT OUT terminal.

[Settings: SQUEEZE/LETTER BOX/SIDECUT]

zUP CONV. MODE

Up-converts DV/DVCAM recorded tape play-

back signals, and sets the video mode for out-

put from the COMPONENT OUT terminal.

[Settings: FULL/SIDE P.]

Setting analog signal setup (U model

only)

zSET UP [60]: DV

Set enabling or disabling the application of set-

ups to analog video signals (composite, Y/C

separate, and SD component).

Video settings

Setting VIDEO Menu screen

VIDEO menu details: XPage 73 to 75

E-50

PLAYBACK

Playback settings (continued)

Set audio settings using the AUDIO Menu

screen.

Selecting output audio channel (DV

only)

zA.OUTPUT: DV

To play back tapes recorded in the 32 kHz

mode, select the output audio channel for the

AUDIO OUT terminal or the PHONES termi-

nal. In the 48 kHz mode or HDV format, the

audio of CH1 and CH2 is output regardless of

the setting of this menu item.

[Settings: CH-1/2, MIX, CH-3/4]

Selecting audio output during search

(DV only)

zA. OUT AT SRH: DV

For selecting whether sound is output during

variable speed playback. In HDV format, audio

is not output during search, regardless of the

setting of this menu item.

[Settings: ON, OFF]

Selecting the standard audio output

level

zAUDIO OUT LEVEL

Select the standard audio output level.

Set to –12dB to playback tapes recorded at

–12dB on a home-use DV machine.

[Settings: –20dB, –12dB]

Selecting V. fade function (DV only)

zV.FADE: DV

Select whether to fade the audio during play-

back at jointed portions of recording. No fading

occurs for HDV format.

[Settings: OFF, ON]

Set various functions in the SYSTEM Menu

screen.

Selecting still pictures or frame-

advance playback (DV only)

zSTL/F.ADV: DV

Selects still pictures or frame-advance play-

back when playing back DV format video.

[Settings : FIELD, 1ST FIELD, 2ND FIELD,

FRAME]

When playing back HDV format video, frame

images are output, regardless of the setting of

this menu item.

Selecting still mode

zLONG PAUSE TIME

For setting the time (minute) when BR-HD50

enters the tape protection mode if BR-HD50 is

in the STILL mode for a long time.

[Settings: 5, 3, 2, 1 minute or 30 seconds]

zLONG PAUSE MODE

For selecting the state of BR-HD50 when it

enters the tape protection mode after it stayed

in the STILL mode for a prolonged period of

time.

[Settings: F.ADV or STBY-OFF]

Selecting Q, S button functions

z“Q, S” KEY FUNC.

Select whether to use the SEARCH+ (S) and

SEARCH– (Q) buttons for index search, or to

change the search speed.

[Settings : INDEX, VAR/RECV]

Selecting repeat playback function

zREPEAT MODE

This mode is for turning ON/OFF the REPEAT

PLAYBACK function and selecting the type of

REPEAT PLAYBACK. If REPEAT PLAYBACK

is not performed, set it to OFF.

[Settings: OFF, INDEX, V. END, TAPE END]

Audio settings

Setting AUDIO Menu screen

Settings regarding playback

function

Setting SYSTEM Menu screen

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PLAYBACK

Basic playback procedure

1. Load a recorded cassette tape.

The power for BR-HD50 is turned on.

2. Start playback.

Press the PLAY button.

Playback starts.

When playing back tapes recorded in HDV format, the front

panel HDV indicator is lit.

When the tape is recorded in DVCAM format, the DVCAM

indicator is lit.

3. Pause the tape.

Press the PAUSE button.

A still image is output.

Memo

The still image selected with STL/F.ADV: DV in the SYSTEM [1/2]

Menu screen is output. (1st field image/ 2nd field image/ frame

image)

Playback of HDV format tapes is always in frame image output.

4. Resume playback.

Press the PLAY button.

5. Stop playback.

Press the STOP button.

When BR-HD50 is in the STOP mode, press the FF

button to fast-forward the tape.

When BR-HD50 is in the STOP mode, press the REW

button to rewind the tape.

Fast forward/rewind

PLAY button

PAUSE button

FF button

STOP buttonREW button

Note

Tapes recorded in the LP mode

cannot be played. The monitor

displays an alarm message:

“LP TAPE!”

Memo

zPress the DISPLAY button

during PLAY mode to dis-

play the playback video for-

mat on the counter display.

zWhen output of still image

continues for a prolonged

period, BR-HD50 enters the

tape protection mode.

Set 60/50 SEL in the SYSTEM

[2/2] Menu screen, according

to the HD signal format. (60Hz

or 50Hz)

To use the IEEE1394 terminal

output signal, set the front

panel IEEE1394 switch accord-

ing to the video format of the

playback tape. (HDV or DV)

Playback of tapes recorded

in HDV format

IEEE1394 terminal output

signal

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PLAYBACK

Special playback functions

STL/F. ADV: DV in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen

The unit of frame advance and still images can be selected. (DV

format only)

FIELD : Field-by-field advance

1st FIELD : Frame-by-frame advance and stops at the 1st

field.

2nd FIELD : Frame-by-frame advance and stops at the 2nd

field.

FRAME : Frame-by-frame advance.

• Does not frame-advance when playing back an HDV tape.

1. Set BR-HD50 to the STILL mode.

2. Press the PAUSE button to perform frame advance.

Frame-advance playback

Setting

Operation

PAUSE button

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Set “Q, S” KEY FUNC in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu

screen to VAR/RECV.

1. Set BR-HD50 to the PLAYBACK or the STILL mode.

2. Press the FF button to start fast-forward playback.

Press the REW button to start reverse playback.

Press the SEARCH+/S button to increase the

search speed. Every time you press this button, the

speed increases more.

Press the SEARCH–/Q button to decrease the

search speed. Every time you press this button, the

speed decreases more.

• Cannot perform slow playback when playing back an HDV

tape.

Slow playback and Search mode

Setting

Operation

Search speed

SEARCH+/S button  (Fast) (Slow)  SEARCH–/Q button

DV recorded tape playback

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(E): E model

* The maximum speed in the DVCAM mode is 15×.

HDV recorded tape playback

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REW button

SEARCH–/Q button SEARCH+/S button

FF button

Memo

zWhether to enable/disable

audio out in the Slow play-

back or SEARCH mode can

be selected with A. OUT AT

SRH: DV in the AUDIO

Menu screen.

zSearch audio is not output

for HDV format.

zPlayback at ± 0.1 × speed is

step-slow playback (continu-

ous frame-advance play-

back/frame-reverse

playback).

zIn step-slow playback, video

is output according to the

STL/F.ADV: DV setting in

the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu

screen. (DV format only)

zWhen step-slow playback is

continued, the speed is

automatically set to ±0.2×.

zDuring slow-playback or

frame-advance, noise is

generated to the output

images from the IEEE1394

terminal. For recording slow-

playback images, use ana-

log output signals of BR-

HD50.

E-54

PLAYBACK

Search function

This function searches to the position where the index signal is recorded.

Set “Q, S” KEY FUNC in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen

to INDEX.

To search an index point in the forward direction

from the current tape position:

• Press the SEARCH+ button.

The index position to be searched can be specified by the

number of times this button is pressed. (Max: 99)

To search an index point in the reverse direction

from the current tape position:

• Press the SEARCH– button.

The index position to be searched can be specified by the

number of times this button is pressed. (Max: 99)

When the SEARCH+ or SEARCH– button is pressed,

the unit fast-forwards or rewinds to the specified

indexed position and start playing.

Memo

zIf the interval between index signals is less than one minute, the

function may not work well.

zThe specifications for index signal recording varies with the

device used.

This function searches unrecorded parts of the tape.

In the STOP mode, press the BLANK button.

• If the current position is at a recorded part of the tape, BR-

HD50 fast-forwards until an unrecorded part is reached

and stops there.

• If the current position is an unrecorded part of the tape,

BR-HD50 will first advance the tape in the forward direc-

tion for confirmation and thereafter rewind and go into the

STILL mode at the last recorded position.

• During a blank search, “BLANK SEARCH” is displayed on

the monitor.

Index search

Setting

Operation

Blank search

INDEX+1

Monitor screen

Index search progressing:

displayed on the screen

(The number denotes the corre-

sponding index position.)

SEARCH

– button

SEARCH

+ button

BLANK SEARCH

Monitor screen

BLANK button

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PLAYBACK

Repeat playback

Three types of repeat playback are available for BR-HD50.

The repeat playback function can be set with REPEAT MODE in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen.

REPEAT MODE in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen

OFF : No repeat playback.

INDEX : Repeat playback between positions where index

signals are recorded.

V. END : Repeat playback from the beginning of the tape to

the position where recording of video signals

ends.

TAPE END : Repeat playback from the beginning to the end of

the tape.

1. Press the REW button to rewind the tape to the beginning.

2. Press the PLAY button to start playback.

When it reaches the position set at REPEAT MODE, the tape

starts rewinding and plays back again.

To abort the repeat playback function, press the

STOP button.

Setting

Operation

Repeat operation

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If the head is dirty, repeat play-

back may not work well.

INDEX repeat playback

zIf no index signal is

detected during playback,

the tape will run until the

end. If no index signal is

detected during rewind, the

tape will rewind until the

beginning.

zIf the interval between

index signals is less than

one minute, the function

may not work well.

TAPE END

V. END

PlaybackINDEX

Rewind

Index signal Index signal

Beginning of tape End of tape

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PLAYBACK

Multi cue-up

Using the time codes recorded on the tape, up to 5 points on the tape can be registered as cue-up

points at the Multi Cue-up screen. The registered tape positions (cue-up points) can be searched.

1. Set the COUNTER switch to TC.

2. Load a tape with time codes recorded.

3. Press the CUE UP button.

The MULTI CUE UP screen appears on the monitor.

4. Perform playback or search. At the position to be regis-

tered, set it to the STILL or STOP mode.

5. Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the cue-

up point. Press the SET button.

Register the time code data of the current position as a cue-

up point.

• If no tape is loaded, “00” is registered.

• Cue-up points can be registered while the tape is being

played back.

6. To register more cue-up points, repeat steps 4 and 5. Up to

5 cue-up points can be registered.

Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the cue-up point

to be cleared. Press the RESET button.

After a cue-up point is cleared, “– –” is displayed.

Registering cue-up points

Clearing registered cue-up points

COUNTER swicth

R button RESET button

CUE UP buttonP button

SET button

–––MULT I CUE UP––––––

CUEI 00:01:35:11

CUE2 03:42:59:21

CUE3 ––:––:––:––

CUE4 11:21:48:07

CUE5 ––:––:––:––

EX I T

“SET” :ENTRY CUE DATA

“ RESET ” : CLEAR CUE DATA

“ CUE UP ” : EXECUTE CUE UP

MULTI CUE UP screen

Memo

For details on time code setting

and recording:

(XPage 58)

Cursor

Cue-up point

E-57

1Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the

cue-up point to be changed. Press the S button.

The hour digits of the registered time code display blink.

Press the S button to select the digit to be changed.

2Press the R or P button again to change the time-

code.

Press the R button to increase the time code data.

Press the P button to decrease the time code data.

3Press the SET button to register the changed time

code.

If no time code is to be registered, do not press the SET button.

Instead, press the Q button to make the blinking time code dis-

play disappear.

Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to EXIT. Press the

SET button.

The display of the monitor returns to the normal screen.

1. Set the COUNTER switch to TC.

2. Press the CUE UP button when the normal screen is dis-

played.

The Multi Cue-up screen appears on the monitor.

3. Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the cue-

up point to be searched.

4. Press the CUE UP button.

The cue-up operation for the selected point is performed.

Changing cue-up points

Exiting the Multi Cue-up screen

Searching cue-up points

Memo

If the COUNTER switch is set

to CTL or UB while the Multi

Cue-up screen is being dis-

played, the display returns to

the normal screen.

SET button

R button

Q button P button

S button

R button

P button CUE UP button

While searching is being per-

formed, the cue-up point to be

searched flashes on the moni-

tor.

Memo

zFor cue-up operation, use

tapes with continuous time

codes recorded.

zIf the COUNTER switch is

set to CTL or UB while the

Multi Cue-up screen is being

displayed, the COUNTER

mode does not change.

–––MULT I CUE UP––––––

CUEI 00:01:35:11

CUE2 03:42:59:21

CUE3 ––:––:––:––

CUE4 11:21:48:07

CUE5 ––:––:––:––

EX I T

“SET” :ENTRY CUE DATA

“RESET” :CLEAR CUE DATA

“ CUE UP ” : EXECUTE CUE UP

–––MULT I CUE UP––––––

CUEI 00:01:35:11

CUE2 03:42:59:21

CUE3 ––:––:––:––

CUE4 11:21:48:07

CUE5 ––:––:––:––

EX I T

“SET” :ENTRY CUE DATA

“RESET” :CLEAR CUE DATA

“ CUE UP ” : EXECUTE CUE UP

Cue-up point

Multi Cue-up screen During cue-up operation

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TIME CODE

Displaying the time code

This unit records or plays back the time code and user’s bit. Whether to record the user’s bit can be

selected with U-BIT in the TC/UB/CLOCK [2/2] Menu screen (only for E model). With the time code

function, accurate positions of the tape contents can be specified to enhance editing precision and

operation efficiency. During recording or playback, the time code and user’s bit are displayed on the

monitor or the Counter display.

To display the time code/ user’s bit, perform the fol-

lowing settings.

• Set DISPLAY in the DISPLAY Menu screen to ON or AUTO.

The status is displayed on the monitor.

• Set TIME CODE in the DISPLAY Menu screen to ON.

The time code, user’s bit or CTL counter is displayed at the

counter display section of the status display.

• Select the counter display mode with the COUNTER switch

on the front panel.

To display the time code, select TC.

To display the user’s bit, select UB.

Checking the data of time code generator

When it is in the STOP mode, press the REC button and the data

of the time code generator will be displayed while the button is

held down.

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TCR : Time code reader data

DTCG : Input time code data from

the IEEE1394 terminal

UBG : User’s bit generator data

UBR : User’s bit reader data

DUBG : User’s bit input data from

the IEEE1394 terminal

Framing mode

(for NTSC only)

: (colon) : Non-drop frame

. (dot) : Drop frame

Status display (Monitor)

Time code/User’s bit display

During recording and stop mode: Data of time code generator

During playback : Data recorded on the tape

During DV input : Data selected with TC DUPLI.

in the TC/UB/CLOCK

Menu screen

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DISPLAY Menu screen

The display position can be

selected.

COUNTER switch

E-59

TIME CODE

Presetting the time code

Variable values can be set for the time code and the user’s bit for efficient material management and

editing.

Set TCG SELECT to “PRESET”.

The time code advance mode is REC-RUN mode.

REC-RUN : The time code runs only during recording.

NDF/DF [60] (U model only)

NON-DROP: Enters non-drop frame mode. Use this setting

when emphasizing the frame count.

DROP : Enters drop-frame mode. Use this setting when

emphasizing the recording time.

This section describes the setting of the time code. The setting of

the user’s bit is the same. Values that can be used to configure the

user’s bit are hexadecimal numeral from 0 - F.

1. Set the COUNTER switch to TC.

(For user’s bit, set the switch to UB.)

2. In the STOP mode, press the HOLD button.

The hour digit of the counter starts blinking.

3. Press the R or P button to change the value.

4. Press the S or Q button to move blinking to the next

digit.

5. Press the R or P button to change the value of the blink-

ing digit.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to perform the necessary settings.

7. Press the SET button to confirm the setting value and

blinking of the counter stops.

The setting is preset to the time code generator.

Setting ...TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu screen

Operation

...Perform setting while checking the Counter display.

SET button

DISP/R button RESET button

Q button

HOLD button P button S button COUNTER switch

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Memo

zTo stop the setting, press

the HOLD button to return to

the normal screen.

z

To preset all digits to 0, press

the RESET button when any

of the digits is blinking.

z

When the hour digit is blink-

ing, the frame digit starts

blinking when the

Q

button

is pressed.

z

If a user’s bit is input with its

all digits set as “F”, BR-HD50

converts FFFFFFFF to

FFFFFFF

E

before recording.

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TIME CODE

Recording the time code

Time codes can be recorded with the following ways. Whether to record user’s bit can be selected with

U-BIT in the TC/UB/CLOCK [2/2] Menu screen. (Only for E model)

zRecord it from preset data.

zRecord it following the one last recorded on the tape.

zRecord the time code, which is input to the IEEE1394 terminal.

Record preset time code data to the internal time code generator in the TIME CODE Preset screen.

Set the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu as follows.

TCG SELECT :PRESET

The time code advance mode is REC-RUN mode.

NDF/DF [60] : NON DROP or DROP (U model only)

1. Check the preset time code.

1Set the COUNTER switch to TC or UB.

2In the STOP mode, hold down the REC button.

The preset time code or the user’s bit is displayed on the

monitor. The counter mode is displayed as TCG or UBG.

3When the REC button is released, it returns to the origi-

nal display.

2. Record.

Press the PLAY button while holding down the REC button.

The time code and user’s bit are recorded.

To stop recording, press the STOP button.

Recording from preset data

Setting

Operation

Preset time code

Stopping the power supply to the DV IN terminal of BR-HD50 can-

cels the preset value of the time code generator.

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REC button

COUNTER switch

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BR-HD50 is equipped with a time code reader. When it enters the RECORD mode from the RECORD-

ING PAUSE mode, it reads the time code data already recorded on the tape and continues recording

time code from that value. (Regeneration)

Set the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu as follows.

TCG SELECT :REGEN

NDF/DF [60] : No setting required. The framing mode will

match the tape. (U model only)

1. Insert a tape with time codes recorded.

2. Set BR-HD50 to the RECORDING PAUSE mode at the posi-

tion where time codes are to be recorded again.

3. Press the PLAY button to go to the RECORDING mode.

Time codes will be recorded on the tape, starting from where

it stopped at last recording.

The counter mode display shows either TCR or UBR.

Set the INPUT SELECT switch and the IEEE1394

switch on the front panel to HDV/DV.

DV - : When dubbing a DV format recorded tape

HDV -: When dubbing an HDV format recorded tape

Connect the Playback unit and BR-HD50 with an

IEEE1394 cable.

Set TC DUPLI. in the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu

screen to AUTO.

* To record the time code from a BR-DV600 or GY-DV500 in non-

drop frame mode, set TC DUPLI. to NON DROP. (U model only)

1. Insert video cassettes.

BR-HD50 : Insert video cassette to be dubbed to

Playback unit: Insert the recorded cassette

2. Start playback in DV/HDV mode on the playback unit.

For details see playback unit instructions.

3. Start recording on the BR-HD50.

Press the PLAY button while holding down the REC button.

Note

In DV mode. . . . The date and time data inputted to IEEE1394 ter-

minal is also recorded.

In HDV mode . . The user bits and the date and time data recorded

will be determined by the settings on this deck.

Recording time code following the one last recorded on the tape

Setting

Operation

Dubbing video and time code inputted to the IEEE1394 terminal

Setting

Operation

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E-62

TIME CODE

Playing back the time code

BR-HD50 is also equipped with a time code reader. During playback, the time code or user’s bit data

recorded on the tape is displayed on the monitor or the counter display.

1. Select the time code data to display.

Set the COUNTER switch to “TC” or “UB”.

2. Press the PLAY button to go to the PLAYBACK mode.

It displays the time code and the user’s bit on the monitor or

the counter display. The counter display mode becomes TCR

or UBR.

Caution on time code playback

zDuring playback, if a portion of tape without recorded time

code runs through, the time code stops running. Playback con-

tinues.

zIf tapes without recorded user’s bit, e.g. those recorded with a

home-use DV VCR, are played back on BR-HD50, “– –” is dis-

played.

zWhen playing back an HDV recorded tape, the frame counter

of the time code is displayed according to the recorded signal

format.

720/30p…30 frame progressive

720/24p…24 frame progressive

480/60p…60 frame progressive

720/25p…25 frame progressive

576/50p…50 frame progressive

720/60p…60 frame progressive

720/50p…50 frame progressive

COUNTER switch

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Monitor (Status display)

Time code or user’s bit

E-63

EDIT

Using a non-linear editing system

Tape contents of BR-HD50 are captured by a non-linear editing system and the non-linear edited con-

tents are recorded on BR-HD50.

Set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch on the

front panel to REMOTE.

REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen

• Set REMOTE SEL 9-PIN to “ON”.

REMOTE [2/2] Menu screen

zREMOTE FF/REW MODE:

Use this item to select the operation to be per-

formed if the FF or REW command is received

during playback. (FF/REW or Search)

If the search operation is not performed prop-

erly, set it to “SEARCH”.

zCONTROLLER TYPE (in the REMOTE [2/2]

Menu screen):

Set this item to “TYPE1”.

Set the INPUT SELECT switch located

on the front panel to HDV/DV.

Set the IEEE1394 switch located on

the front panel to match the video for-

mat.

• Set to DV position for DV mode, and to

HDV position for HDV mode.

Set the REMOTE/LOCAL switch on the

front panel to the position matching

the REMOTE menu below.

REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen

•

Set REM SEL HDV/DV to ON or LOC+REM.

Set this item to ON if it is to become

enabled only when the REMOTE/LOCAL

switch on the front panel is set to REMOTE.

Set this item to LOC+REM if it is to become

enabled regardless of the position of the

REMOTE/LOCAL switch.

Memo

zIf the time code of BR-HD50 is not displayed correctly when the non-linear side moves one frame

forward or backward, set the STL/F.ADV: DV in the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen to “FRAME.” (In DV

mode only)

zWhen controlling with RS-422A using the HDV format, only the capture operation is supported.

Connection

Analog video

IEEE1394 terminal

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

RS-422A

REMOTE

Analog audio

Non-linear system

IEEE1394 (image, audio, control)

Control with RS-422A

(Analog signals)

Setting

Control with the IEEE1394 ter-

minal (Digital signals)

Setting

E-64

MENU SCREENS

Setting the menus

The functions of BR-HD50 are configured in the Menu screens. The configured settings are saved in

the memory of BR-HD50 and retained even after power off.

Perform the menu settings while viewing the display on the moni-

tor.

The counter display shows menu code numbers.

Set BR-HD50 to the STOP or STILL mode.

1. Displaying the TOP MENU screen.

Press the MENU button.

2. Displaying the Menu screen items for setting.

1Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the Menu

screen item for setting.

2Press SET or the S button.

3. Setting the Menu item for setting.

1Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to the Menu

screen item for setting.

2Press SET or the S button.

The selected setting value blinks and becomes available

for changing.

3Press the R or P button to change the value.

4Press the SET button to confirm the change.

Blinking stops and the new value is confirmed.

5Repeat steps 1 - 4 and continue setting as necessary.

Select EXIT of the TOP Menu screen to return to the normal

screen.

MENU button R button

SET button

P button S button

Q button

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TOP Menu screen

Cursor

Cursor

Menu Items

Setting valueItem

E-65

To display the Menu screen at the next level, bring

the cursor to NEXT PAGE and press the SET or S

button.

To return to the previous Menu screen, do one of the

following actions.

• Press the S button.

Or

• Select PAGE BACK and press the SET or S button.

4. To return to the normal screen, do one of the following

actions.

• Press the MENU button.

Or

• Select EXIT in the TOP Menu screen and press the SET or

S button.

The counter display shows menu code numbers when setting

menus.

• Menu display : Flashes when the TOP MENU screen is dis-

played.

• Items : Flashes when each menu screen is displayed.

(No settings are selected yet.)

• Setting : Flashes when a menu item is selected and the

setting on the monitor display is flashing.

Menu screen on counter display

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SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen

SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen

01 05 00

(Example) 01: SYSTEM Menu screen

Menu screen

Setting value

Items

E-66

MENU SCREENS

Structure of the Menu screens

The Menu screens are displayed on the monitor. They are structured with multiple layers.

– – –MENU – – –

SYSTEM. .

REMOTE . .

AUD I O . .

VIDEO. .

TC/UB/CLOCK. .

D I SPLAYSET . .

EX I T

–––SYSTEM[ 1 / 2 ] ––––––

STL / F . ADV : DV 2ND

BACKUP REC : DV OFF

LONG PAUSE T IME 3 0SEC

REC LONG P .TIME 5MIN

LONG PAUSE MODE ST BY - OF F

“ , ” KEY FUNC . VAR / REC

VREPEAT MODE OFF

NEXT PAGE

PAGE BACK

–––AUDIO–––

AUD I O MODE : DV 4 8 K

A.OUTPUT :DV CH1/2

A.OUTATSRH:DV ON

AUD IO OUT LEV - 2 0dB

V.FADE :DV O

BTHO

N

A

PAGE BACK

. REC VR D . : DVM

.

–––

REMOTE [ 1 / 2 ]

–––

REMOTE SE L 9 P ON

REMOTE SE L SER ON

REM SEL HDV / DV ON

LOCA L FUNCT I ON ST P +E J T

PREROL L 7 SEC

NEXT PAGE

PAGE BACK

–––VIDEO–––

SET UP [ 6 0 ] : DV ON

O

MON I TOR SE LECT HDM I [ A ]

UT FORMAT [ 60 ] NAT I VE

O

H

D

T

PAGE BACK

EST S I GNAL OFF

VI OC LOR STAND RDA

DM I MODE AU TO

UT FORMAT [ 50 ] N

S

FUL L

UP CONV .

QUE EZ E

AT I VE

DOWN C .

MODE

MODEONV

– – – TC / UB / CLOCK [ ]1/2 ––––

TCG SELECT REGEN

NDF / DF [ 6 0 ] DROP

DF B I T [ 5 0 ] ON

TC DUPL I . OFF

TC OFFSET OFF

NEXT PAGE

PAGE BACK

–––DI SPLAY–––

DISPLAY ON

COUNT ER POS I . LOWER - R

TIME CODE ON

VTR MODE ON

TAPE REMA I N ON

TIME/DATE D

D

2H

4OUR

T

PAGE BACK

IME STY EL

D/MM/YY

TAE+MT

A/V INFO. ON

DATE STY E

L

–––REMOTE[ 2 / 2 ] –––

REM FF / REW MODE FF / REW

REM STOP SE L . EE

PB START DELAY 0F

SYNCHRON I ZA T I ON ON

CON TRO L L E R SE L T YPE 1

FOOT SW OFF

PAGE BACK

–––SYSTEM[ 2 / 2 ] ––––––

DC I N MODE OPE OF F

INDEX WRITE ON

OPERA T I ON LOCK OF F

60 / 50 SEL 50

FACTORY SETT I NG CANCEL

DRUM HOUR METER 0 0 0 0 0 0

PAGE BACK

–––TC/UB/CLOCK[ ]2/2 –

––

U-BIT[ 50]

CLOCK ADJUST . .

PAGE BACK

–––CLOCK ADJUST–––

DATE(DD/MM/YY) 06/10/05

TIME 00:00

PAGE BACK

MO N OUT ASPEC FUL LT

.

Top menu

Normal screen

SYSTEM [1/2] menu

REMOTE [1/2] menu

AUDIO menu

VIDEO menu

TC/UB/clock [1/2] menu

DISPLAY menu

SYSTEM [2/2] menu

REMOTE [2/2] menu

TC/UB/clock [2/2] menu

CLOCK ADJUST menu

E-67

MENU SCREENS

Description of the Menu screens

In the following description of the Menus, E indicates factory settings.

Numbers in parentheses by items and settings are the code number shown on the counter display.

The SYSTEM Menu consists of the following two screens (1/2 and 2/2).

SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screens

TOP Menu screen

Item Setting Description

SYSTEM.. –Displays the menus related to the operating system of BR-HD50.

It also displays factory setting and the drum hour meter.

REMOTE.. – Displays the menus related to the remote controller.

AUDIO.. – Displays the menus related to the audio.

VIDEO.. – Displays the menus related to the video.

TC/UB/CLOCK.. –Displays the menu for setting time codes.

Also displays the date/time setting screen.

DISPLAYSET.. – Displays menus related to on-screen display.

EXIT – Return to the normal screen.

SYSTEM Menu screens

Item Setting Description

STL/F.ADV: DV

(0100)

FIELD (00)

1ST (01)

E2ND (02)

FRAME (03)

Use this setting to select the still image for the STILL mode or

frame-advance playback. (During DV format video playback)

FIELD

: Displays the field image. During frame-advance play-

back, it displays the 1st and 2nd field images alternately.

1ST : Displays the 1st field image.

2ND : Displays the 2nd field image.

FRAME: Displays the frame image.

Memo

zPlayback of HDV format tapes is always in frame image output,

regardless of menu settings.

zThe first field image is displayed as the DV output image from

the IEEE1394 terminal, regardless of the settings.

BACKUP REC

: DV

(0101)

EOFF (00)

25MIN (01)

55MIN (02)

75MIN (03)

115MIN (04)

175MIN (05)

265MIN (06)

For setting backup recording time with DV input signals according

to the tape length of the source unit:

OFF : No backup recording

25MIN : For a 30-minute source unit recording tape

55MIN : For a 60-minute source unit recording tape

75MIN : For a 80-minute source unit recording tape

115MIN : For a 120-minute source unit recording tape

175MIN : For a 180-minute source unit recording tape

265MIN : For a 270-minute source unit recording tape

(XPage 47 “Backup recording function”)

Memo

Set this item to “OFF” if DV REC TRIGGER of GY-DV5000/

DV5100 is set to ON.

E-68

MENU SCREENS

Description of the Menu screens (continued)

SYSTEM Menu screens (continued)

Item Setting Description

LONG PAUSE

TIME

(0102)

E30SEC (00)

1MIN (01)

2MIN (02)

3MIN (03)

5MIN (04)

Select the time when BR-HD50 enters the TAPE PROTECTION

mode if the unit has stayed at still or stop for a prolonged period of

time. The TAPE PROTECTION mode in at STILL can be selected

from LONG PAUSE MODE:

30SEC : 30 seconds

1MIN : 1 minute 3MIN : 3 minutes

2MIN : 2 minutes 5MIN : 5 minutes

Memo

To prevent the video head from clogged or the tape from being

damaged, set as short a time as possible.

REC LONG

P. T I M E

(0103)

30SEC (00)

1MIN (01)

2MIN (02)

3MIN (03)

E5MIN (04)

Select the time when BR-HD50 enters the TAPE PROTECTION

mode if the unit has stayed at recording pause for a prolonged

period of time.

30SEC : 30 seconds

1MIN : 1 minute 3MIN : 3 minutes

2MIN : 2 minutes 5MIN : 5 minutes

Memo

To prevent the video head from clogged or the tape from being

damaged, set as short a time as possible.

LONG PAUSE

MODE

(0104)

F.ADV (00)

E

STBY-OFF (01)

For selecting the action when BR-HD50 stays at still for a long time.

In the case of RECORDING PAUSE or STOP, it enters the

STANDBY-OFF status:

F.ADV : Frame-advances BR-HD50 five times in the forward

direction. On the 6th attempt, this mode stops it.

STBY-OFF : Stops BR-HD50.

“Q,S” KEY

FUNC.

(0105)

INDEX (00)

EVAR/RECV

(01)

For selecting the function for the SEARCH+/S button and

SEARCH–/Q button.

INDEX : Performs index search. (XPage 54)

VAR/RECV :

Changes the search speed during a search. (

XPage 53

)

Enables adjusting analog audio input level. (

XPage 44

)

REPEAT MODE

(0106)

EOFF (00)

INDEX (01)

V. END (02)

TAPE END (03)

For enabling/disabling repeat playback and selecting the type of

repeat playback.

OFF : No repeat playback

INDEX : Repeat playback between the positions where

index signals are recorded.

V. END : Repeat playback from the beginning of the tape to

the position where video signal recording ends.

TAPE END : Repeat playback from the beginning to the end of

the tape.

NEXT PAGE For displaying the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

PAGE BACK For returning to the TOP Menu screen.

E-69

SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

Item Setting Description

DC IN MODE

(0107)

E

OPE OFF (00)

OPE ON (01)

For selecting the action to perform when the power is supplied to

the DC IN terminal:

OPE OFF : Sets BR-HD50 to the OPERATE OFF mode.

OPE ON : Sets BR-HD50 to the OPERATE ON mode.

INDEX WRITE

(0108)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling index signal recording.

OFF : No index signal

ON : Select here to record index signals.

It records an index signal automatically at the position

where recording starts.

OPERATION

LOCK

(0109)

EOFF (00)

ON (01)

For enabling/disabling OPERATION LOCK.

OFF : Turns off OPERATION LOCK and the operation buttons of

BR-HD50 can be used.

ON : Turns on OPERATION LOCK. The operation buttons and

slide switches of BR-HD50 are disabled except the OPER-

ATE ON button and MENU operation. (XPage 36)

60/50 SEL

(010A)

60 (00)

50 (01)

Sets HD video signal format to 60Hz or 50Hz.

This menu item applies only to HDV format.

This must be set in the following situations.

• Set this menu item to match the input video signal format when

inputting HDV signals to the IEEE1394 terminal.

• Set this menu item to match the video format recorded on the

tape when playing a tape recorded with HDV signals.

60 : The HD signal format becomes 60Hz.

50 : The HD signal format becomes 50Hz.

[Settings upon shipping: U model: 60, E model: 50]

Memo

zThe unit restarts when this menu setting is changed.

z

The front panel 60 or 50 indicator is lit, according to this menu setting.

z

Recording and playback are unavailable when this menu setting dif-

fers from the HDV input signal or HDV recorded tape signal format.

z

During DV/analog signal input or when playing a tape recorded with DV/

analog signals, the field frequency format is fixed for the region, regard-

less of this menu setting. [U model: 60Hz (NTSC), E model: 50Hz (PAL)]

FACTORY SET-

TING

(010b)

ECANCEL (00)

EXECUTE (01)

For enabling/disabling the factory setting for the Menu screens.

CANCEL : Disable the factory setting

EXECUTE: Enable the factory setting

Memo

The unit restarts when this menu setting is executed.

PB TAPE

FORMAT

(010c)

EAUTO (00)

DV (01)

HDV (02)

DVCAM (03)

Selects whether to automatically detect playback tape video for-

mat, or to playback only a specific format.

AUTO : Automatically detects and plays back all video formats.

DV : Plays back only video in DV format.

HDV : Plays back only video in HDV format.

DVCAM : Plays back only video in DVCAM format.

Memo

zWhen set to a specific format and a tape with a different format

is played back, there will be noise in the video.

zIf you play back a tape containing both DV and HDV formats,

the video signal is disturbed when the signal is switched.

DRUM HOUR

METER

For displaying the time of drum usage.

* The cursor cannot be brought to this item.

PAGE BACK For returning to the SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen.

E-70

MENU SCREENS

Description of the Menu screens (continued)

The REMOTE Menu consists of the following two screens (1/2 and 2/2).

REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen

REMOTE Menu screens

Item Setting Description

REMOTE SEL

9P

(0200)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling the REMOTE terminal when the REMOTE/

LOCAL switch on the front panel is set to REMOTE.

OFF : Control through RS-422A disabled.

ON : Control through RS-422A enabled.

REMOTE SEL

SER

(0201)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

LOC+REM (02)

For enabling/disabling control via the SERIAL REMOTE terminal.

OFF : Control disabled regardless of the settings of the

REMOTE/LOCAL switch.

ON : Control enabled only when the REMOTE/LOCAL

switch is set to REMOTE.

LOC+REM : Control enabled regardless of the settings of the

REMOTE/LOCAL switch.

REM SEL

HDV/DV

(0202)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

LOC+REM (02)

For enabling/disabling control via the IEEE1394 terminal.

OFF : Control disabled regardless of the settings of the

REMOTE/LOCAL switch.

ON : Control enabled only when the REMOTE/LOCAL

switch is set to REMOTE.

LOC+REM : Control enabled regardless of the settings of the

REMOTE/LOCAL switch.

LOCAL

FUNCTION

(0203)

NO KEY (00)

EJECT (01)

E

STP+EJT (02)

ALL KEYS (03)

For selecting the buttons of BR-HD50 to be enabled in remote-

controlling it with the REMOTE terminals or the SERIAL REMOTE

terminal:

NO KEY : No button enabled.

EJECT : Only the EJECT button enabled.

STP + EJT : Only the STOP button and the EJECT button are

enabled.

ALL KEYS : All operation buttons are enabled.

Memo

If OPERATION LOCK in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen is set to

ON, the buttons on BR-HD50 will be disabled regardless of the

setting here.

PREROLL

(0204)

3SEC (00)

5SEC (01)

E7SEC (02)

10SEC (03)

For setting the preroll time of BR-HD50 in remote-controlling it

with the REMOTE terminal. Setting done with the editing remote

controller prevails over other settings:

3SEC : 3 seconds 7SEC : 7 seconds

5SEC : 5 seconds 10SEC: 10 seconds

Memo

To enhance editing precision, please set it to at least 7 seconds.

NEXT PAGE For displaying the REMOTE [2/2] Menu screen.

PAGE BACK For returning to the TOP Menu screen.

E-71

REMOTE [2/2] Menu screen

Item Setting Description

REM FF/REW

MODE

(0205)

EFF/REW (00)

SEARCH (01)

For setting the action to be performed when the REMOTE termi-

nal or IEEE1394 terminal received an FF/REW command:

FF/REW : Sets BR-HD50 to perform FF/REW when an FF/REW

command is received. Normal setting.

SEARCH : Sets BR-HD50 to perform searching when an FF/

REW command is received. Use this setting if the

search (cue up) function does not work properly.

REM STOP SEL

(0206)

EEE (00)

PB (01)

For setting the action to be performed when the REMOTE termi-

nal received a STANDBY-ON command:

EE

: Sets BR-HD50 to the EE mode. (It goes into the STOP mode.)

PB

: Sets BR-HD50 to the PLAY mode. (It goes into the STILL mode.)

PB START

DELAY

(0207)

E0F (00)

|

9F (09)

10F (0A)

|

15F (0F)

For adjusting the edit timing. With the remote controller in use, if

the start points of edit are not concurrent, adjust the playback

startup timing:

0F : No correction.

1F to 15F : Delays the timing by the number of frames set by the

user. When BR-HD50 is connected to an editing

remote controller with no bump function, use this set-

ting to adjust the editing precision.

SYNCHRONI-

ZATION

(0208)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling the bump function when BR-HD50 is con-

nected to an editing remote controller:

OFF: No synchronization.

ON : Performs synchronization. The editing precision is

enhanced. Please set the pre-roll time to at least 7 seconds.

CONTROLLER

SEL

(0209)

ETYPE1 (00)

TYPE2 (01)

TYPE3 (02)

TYPE4 (03)

TYPE5 (04)

TYPE6 (05)

TYPE7 (06)

For setting the type of controller to be connected when remote

control is enabled with the RS-422A interface:

TYPE1 : RM-G820

TYPE2 : RM-G860 (set the preroll time to at least 10 seconds)

TYPE3 : AG-A850

TYPE4 : RM-450, PVE-500

TYPE5 : FXE-100, FXE-120

TYPE6 : (Not in use)

TYPE7 : Avid Xpress DV, Canopus

DV Rex-RT Professional

FOOT SW

(020A)

EOFF (00)

L EDGE (01)

H EDGE (02)

L LEVEL (03)

For setting when an external switch (e.g., a footswitch) is con-

nected to the SERIAL REMOTE terminal. Before operating an

external switch (footswitch) with L EDGE or H EDGE, turn BR-

HD50 to the RECORDING PAUSE or RECORDING mode:

OFF : For when the external switch is not used.

L EDGE : Recording and recording pause is switched at the

LOW edge of the external switch signal.

H EDGE : Recording and recording pause is switched at the

HIGH edge of the external switch signal.

L LEVEL : Record at the LOW edge and pause recording at the

HIGH edge of the external switch signal.

PAGE BACK Return to the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen.

E-72

MENU SCREENS

Description of the Menu screens (continued)

AUDIO Menu Screen

Item Setting Description

AUDIO MODE

: DV

(0300)

32K (00)

E48 K (01)

For selecting the audio sampling frequency for analog audio

recording.

32 K : Records at 32 kHz. Up to four channels of recording tracks

are available, but this unit only records onto two of these

channels.

48 K :

Records at 48 kHz. It records in the 2-channel stereo mode.

Memo

Setting this item is not required for DV signal or HDV signal input.

The audio mode will match the input signal.

A.OUTPUT: DV

(0301)

ECH1/2 (00)

MIX (01)

CH3/4 (02)

Select the audio channel for output signals from the AUDIO OUT

terminal or PHONES terminal. Select the following audio choices.

(In DV format mode only)

• Playback audio of tapes recorded in 32 kHz audio mode

• EE audio of DV signal input in 32 kHz audio mode

CH1/2: Outputs audio of channels CH1 and CH2.

MIX : Outputs mixed sound of CH1 and CH3 to the CH1/3 ter-

minal, and the mixed sound of CH2 and CH4 to the CH2/

4 terminal.

CH3/4: Outputs audio of channels CH3 and CH4.

A.OUT AT

SRH: DV

(0302)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling audio output from this AUDIO OUT termi-

nal during slow playback or searches. (In DV format mode only)

OFF: Output off.

ON : Output on.

Memo

When playing back an HDV format tape, search audio is not out-

put.

AUDIO OUT

LEV

(0303)

E–20 dB (00)

–12 dB (01)

For selecting the level for playback audio output.

–20 dB : Usually, this setting is used.

–12 dB : Select here to reduce the analog sound output level. It

will be reduced by 8 dB.

V.FADE: DV

(0304)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling the V.FADE function, which reduces sound

noise in playback that is produced at jointed parts of recording.

OFF : V.FADE function disabled.

ON : V.FADE function enabled.

Memo

When playing back an HDV format tape, the V. FADE function is

unavailable.

A REC VR.MD.:

DV

(0305)

EBOTH (00)

INDEPEND (01)

Select audio recording level adjustment method.

Select whether to adjust both channels simultaneously, or to

adjust each channel separately.

BOTH : Simultaneously adjusts both channels.

INDEPEND : Adjusts both channels separately.

PAGE BACK For returning to the TOP Menu screen.

E-73

VIDEO Menu Screen

Item Setting Description

SET UP [60]: DV

(0400)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling the application of setups to analog video

signals (composite, Y/C and SD component).

(During recording and playback) (Only for U model)

OFF : Does not apply setups.

ON : Applies setups.

Memo

The application of setups on playback or recorded video signals

must match the setting of SET UP. Otherwise, if dubbing is

repeatedly performed, the hue and brightness of the video may

not appear normal.

MONITOR

SELECT

(0401)

EHDMI[A] (00)

OUT FRMT (01)

Select the video format to output from the HDMI OUT terminal

and the COMPONENT OUT terminal.

HDMI[A] : Automatically outputs video to match the video for-

mat for the connected HDMI monitor.

OUT FRMT : Outputs video format set using menu items OUT

FORMAT [60] or OUT FORMAT [50].

OUT FORMAT

[60]

(0402)

ENATIVE (00)

480I (01)

480P (02)

1080l (03)

720P (04)

Sets the video output format to output from COMPONENT OUT

terminal or HDMI OUT terminal during HDV/DV signal input or

playback. (Cross converter video)

* During HDV signal input or playback of a tape recorded with

HDV signals, this menu item is available when 60/50 SEL in

the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen is set to 60.

During DV signal input or playback of a tape recorded with DV

signals, this menu item applies to the U model.

NATIVE : Outputs IEEE1394 terminal video input format or the

video format recorded on a tape, without conversion.

480I : Video with 480 effective scanlines, 60-field interlace

scan (SD video)

480P : Video with 480 effective scanlines, 60-frame progres-

sive scan (SD video)

1080I : Video with 1080 effective scanlines, 60-field interlace

scan (HD video)

720P : Video with 720 effective scanlines, 60-frame progres-

sive scan (HD video)

Memo

zThis menu item is valid when the MONITOR SELECT menu

item is set to OUT FRMT.

It is also valid when an HDMI monitor is not in use while the

MONITOR SELECT menu is set to HDMI[A].

zDuring analog signal input, the SD video (480i) is output from

the COMPONENT OUT terminal and HDMI OUT terminal,

regardless of the menu settings.

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Description of the Menu screens (continued)

VIDEO Menu screen (continued)

Item Setting value Description

OUT FOR-

MAT[50]

(0403)

ENATIVE (00)

576I (01)

576P (02)

1080I (03)

720P (04)

Sets the video output format to output from COMPONENT OUT

terminal or HDMI OUT terminal during HDV/DV signal input or

playback. (Cross converter video)

* During HDV signal input or playback of a tape recorded with

HDV signals, this menu item is valid when 60/50 SEL in the

SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen is set to 50.

During DV signal input or playback of a tape recorded with DV

signals, this menu item applies to the E model.

NATIVE: Outputs IEEE1394 terminal video input format or the

video format recorded on a tape, without conversion.

576I : Video with 576 effective scanlines, 50-field interlace

scan (SD video)

576P : Video with 576 effective scanlines, 50-frame progres-

sive scan (SD video)

1080I : Video with 1080 effective scanlines, 50-field interlace

scan (HD video)

720P : Video with 720 effective scanlines, 50-frame progres-

sive scan (HD video)

Memo

zThis menu item is valid when the MONITOR SELECT menu

item is set to OUT FRMT.

It is also valid when an HDMI monitor is not in use while the

MONITOR SELECT menu is set to HDMI[A].

zDuring analog signal input, SD video (576i) is output from the

COMPONENT OUT terminal and HDMI OUT terminal, regard-

less of the menu settings.

DOWN CONV.

MODE

(0404)

E

SQUEEZE (00)

LETTER (01)

SIDE CUT (02)

The HDV signal is a wide-screen video signal (aspect ratio 16:9).

When playing a tape recorded in HDV format, or during HDV sig-

nal input, the output from the LINE OUT terminal and Y/C OUT

terminal will be down-converted video (480i or 576i).

Set the style for displaying the down-converted playback video on

a display with a 4:3 aspect ratio.

Also, when OUT FORMAT [60] is set to 480i, or OUT FORMAT

[50] is set to 576i, this applies to the down-converted video output

from the COMPONENT OUT terminal during HDV signal input or

when playing back a tape recorded with HDV signals.

SQUEEZE : The video is compressed horizontally to display

wide-screen video on a display with a 4:3 aspect

ratio. The video will appear elongated vertically.

LETTER : Wide-screen video is displayed on a display with

a 4:3 aspect ratio, with the top and bottom black.

SIDE CUT : Cuts the left and right of the wide-screen video

and displays on a display with a 4:3 aspect ratio.

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Item Setting value Description

UP CONV.

MODE

(0405)

EFULL (00)

SIDE P. (01)

Up-converts DV/HDV-SD50p input signals or DV/DVCAM/

HDV-SD50p recorded tape playback signals, and sets the video

mode for output from the COMPONENT OUT or HDMI OUT ter-

minal.

FULL : The 4:3 angle of view is stretched to 16:9 and displayed.

Set here to up-convert tapes recorded in 16:9.

SIDE P:The 4:3 angle of view remains, with both sides in black.

Set here to up-convert tapes recorded in 4:3.

HDMI MODE

(0406)

EAUTO (00)

RGB (01)

Selects the video mode to output from the HDMI OUT terminal.

AUTO: Automatically outputs video to match the video mode of

the connected monitor. Usually, this setting is used.

RGB : Outputs RGB video. Use this setting when video is not

displayed properly on the connected monitor.

DVI COLOR

(0407)

E

STANDARD (00)

ENHANCED (01)

Set this item when connecting the HDMI OUT terminal to a DVI

(Digital Video Interface) terminal on the monitor.

STANDARD : Standard mode. Usually, this setting is used.

ENHANCED: Enhanced mode. Select the video of your choice

(image quality, color density, black blending).

MON.OUT

ASPECT

(0408)

EFULL(00)

LETTER(01)

SIDE P.(02)

(SIDE P. is only

for 50 Hz sys-

tems)

For setting the aspect ratio of the output from the HDMI OUT ter-

minal and the COMPONENT OUT terminal. Set according to the

aspect ratio of the monitor.

FULL : Sets for aspect 16:9 monitors such as multiformat

COMPONENT and HDMI monitors.

LETTER : Outputs aspect ratio 16:9 video such as HDV sig-

nals, to 4:3 and other non-16:9 monitors.

SIDE P. : Shows 4:3 screen as widescreen video blackened

on both sides when playing tapes recorded in

aspect ratio 4:3 in 576/50p mode on the GR-PD1

on a 16:9 monitor.

Memo

Aspect ratio is fixed regardless of these settings when outputting

480I or 576I video.

TEST SIGNAL

(0409)

EOFF (00)

CB (01)

Outputs test signals from the built-in video signal generator.

OFF : Does not output test signals.

CB : Outputs color bar signals.

Memo

These test signals are not controlled for use as standard signals.

PAGE BACK Returns to TOP Menu screen.

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MENU SCREENS

Description of the Menu screens (continued)

The TC/UB/CLOCK Menu consists of the following two screens. (1/2 and 2/2)

TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu screen

TC/UB/CLOCK Menu screens

Item Setting Description

TCG SELECT

(0500)

PRESET (00)

EREGEN (01)

For selecting the time code generator mode.

PRESET : PRESET mode

REGEN : REGENERATION mode

NDF/DF [60]

(0501)

NON DROP (00)

EDROP (01)

For selecting the framing mode of the time code generator.

(Only for U model)

* Select here in the PRESET mode.

NON DROP : NON-DROP mode

DROP : DROP-FRAME mode

DF BIT [50]

(0502)

EOFF (00)

ON (01)

For selecting whether to record drop-frame bits. (Only for E

model)

(In DV format mode only)

OFF : No recording

ON : Recording

TC DUPLI.

(0503)

EOFF (00)

AUTO (01)

NON DROP (02)

For selecting the type of time code recorded when an IEEE1394

HDV/DV signal is input.

OFF : Time code recording is controlled by “TCG

SELECT” menu setting.

AUTO : The time code inputted to the IEEE1394 terminal is

automatically duplicated. The framing mode of the

recorded time code will be the same as the framing

mode of the inputted time code.

NON DROP (In DV Format only):

Records the time code input to the IEEE1394 ter-

minal. The framing mode of the recorded time code

is fixed to non-drop frame mode. (Only for U

model)

Use this setting for dubbing tapes recorded with

BR-DV600, GY-DV500 or GY-DV550 in the NON-

DROP FRAME mode. (Only for U model)

TC OFFSET

(0504)

EOFF (00)

+1F (01)

+2F (02)

–2F (03)

–1F (04)

For setting up the timing when time code data from the REMOTE

terminal of BR-HD50 to the editing remote controller are output.

OFF : Normal setting

+1F : Outputs time code data +1 frame.

+2F : Outputs time code data +2 frames.

–2F : Outputs time code data -2 frames.

–1F : Outputs time code data –1 frame.

NEXT BACK For displaying the TC/UB/CLOCK [2/2] Menu screen.

PAGE BACK For returning to the TOP Menu screen.

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TC/UB/CLOCK [2/2] Menu screen

Item Setting Description

U-BIT [50]

(0505)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For selecting whether to record user’s bit. (Only for E model)

* Functions in DV format mode only.

OFF : No recording

ON : Recording

CLOCK

ADJUST..

(0506)

For displaying the CLOCK ADJUST screen

For setting, refer to page 38 “Setting date and time”.

DATE [MM/DD/YY]

(0507)

Sets the date. The item name differs by model.

U model: DATE [MM/DD/YY], E model: DATE [DD/MM/YY]

TIME

(0508)

Sets the time.

PAGE BACK Returns to the TC/UB/CLOCK [2/2] Menu screen.

PAGE BACK For returning to the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu screen.

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MENU SCREENS

Description of the Menu screens (continued)

DISPLAY Menu screen

Item Setting Description

DISPLAY

(0600)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

ON1 (02)

ON2 (03)

AUTO (04)

For turning on/off on-screen status display on the monitor con-

nected to the VIDEO OUT terminal.

OFF :

No on-screen status display. Only video is displayed.

ON : Always shows on-screen status display.

ON1 : Shows on-screen status for only LINE OUT and Y/C

OUT.

ON2 : Shows on-screen status for only CPN OUT and

HDMI OUT.

AUTO : Shows on-screen status display for about 4 sec-

onds during mode changes.

COUNTER

POSI.

(0601)

E

LOWER-R (00)

LOWER-L (01)

UPPER-R (02)

UPPER-L (03)

CENTER (04)

For selecting the counter display position (CTL counter, time code

and user’s bit) of the monitor.

LOWER-R : Lower right

LOWER-L : Lower left

UPPER-R : Upper right

UPPER-L : Upper left

CENTER : Center

TIME CODE

(0602)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling the time code display on the monitor.

OFF : No display

ON : Display

VTR MODE

(0603)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling the VCR mode on the monitor.

OFF : No display

ON : Display

TAPE REMAIN

(0604)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

For enabling/disabling the display of the remaining time of the

tape on the monitor.

OFF : No display

ON : Display

TIME/DATE

(0605)

OFF (00)

TIME (01)

DATE (02)

E

DATE+TM (03)

For enabling/disabling the time/date display on the monitor and

selecting the display format.

OFF : No display

TIME : Time display only

DATE : Date display only

DATE+TM : Date/Time display

A/V INFO.

(0606)

OFF (00)

EON (01)

Select whether to display video/audio information on the monitor.

OFF : No display

ON : Display

DATE STYLE

(0607)

YY/MM/DD (00)

MM/DD/YY (01)

DD/MM/YY (02)

For selecting the date display format.

YY/MM/DD : Year/Month/Day

MM/DD/YY : Month/Day/Year (Set when shipping U model)

DD/MM/YY : Day/Month/Year (Set when shipping E model)

TIME STYLE

(0608)

12HOUR (00)

E24HOUR (01)

For selecting the display style of time.

12HOUR : 12-hour mode

24HOUR : 24-hour mode

PAGE BACK For returning to the TOP Menu screen.

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Warning display

When an error occurs, BR-HD50 automatically self-diagnoses the cause and displays an error-coded

warning message on the monitor.

If BR-HD50 is not in good order, or if an operation error has occurred, an alarm display will be shown on

the monitor.

Alarm display (Displayed regardless of the DISPLAY mode)

• For alarm displays resulting from operation errors, refer to page 24.

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Alarm displayWarning display

Display Status Action

LOW VOLTAGE The DC power voltage is low.

BR-HD50 will eventually go into the OPERATE

OFF mode if operation is continued.

Check the power voltage.

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED!

The video head is dirty. (This message is dis-

played when the DISPLAY mode is ON or

AUTO.) If the head is clogged, it will be

detected and the alarm message will be dis-

played in the PLAYBACK mode. The display

disappears when the cassette is ejected or the

head gets cleared of clog.

The message will also disappear when the

head cleaning tape is loaded.

Clean it with a JVC head-

cleaning tape. (XPage 9)

If the message persists

despite cleaning, it could be

due to bad recording condi-

tion, defective tape or head

lifespan.

OVER HEATING! The internal temperature of BR-HD50 has

exceeded the stated value.

Disconnect the power and

place BR-HD50 in a cool

place. If this message is dis-

played again, the unit may

have been damaged. In such

a case, consult your JVC

authorized dealer.

UNPLUG MAIN

POWER, PLUG

BACK IN AFTER A

WHILE

This is a system error that occurs when the

power is turned on. The OPERATE indicator on

BR-HD50 blinks in green. The unit will not

accept any operation commands.

Unplug the power cord from

the power outlet and wait for

some time before plugging it

back in.

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Warning display (continued)

Warning display (Displayed regardless of the DISPLAY mode)

When a warning display appears, BR-HD50 stops operation and ceases to accept any operation

command. When TAPE DEFECTIVE (5605 - 5609) is displayed, the unit similarly stops all opera-

tions except EJECT operation.

Memo

This unit uses a microcomputer. It may not function correctly if there is external noise. If this happens,

please turn off the power and then on again.

Display Status Action

WARNING 0201

CONDENSATION ON

DRUM

Condensation. Leave the power on and wait for the

display to disappear.

WARNING 3200

LOADING FAILURE

Unable to load tape. This error can be resolved by turning

off and then on the power. However,

doing so may damage the tape in

some cases. Consult your JVC

authorized dealer.

WARNING 3300

UNLOADING FAILURE

Unable to eject tape.

WARNING 4100

CASSETTE EJECT

FAILURE

Eject error. Is a heavy object on the unit?

DEFECTIVE TAPE!

5605 - 5609

Broken tape. Press the EJECT button to remove

and replace the tape.

WARNING 5702

TAPE END DET.

ERROR!

Tape-end sensor error. This error can be resolved by turning

off and then off the power. However,

doing so may damage the tape in

some cases. Consult your JVC

authorized dealer.

WARNING 5802

TAPE BEGIN DET.

ERROR!

Tape-beginning sensor error.

WARNING 7001

DRUM MOTOR

FAILURE

Drum rotation error.

WARNING 7101

CAP MOTOR FAILURE

Capstan rotation error.

WARNING 7202 - 7203

SUPPLY REEL

FAILURE

Supply reel rotation error.

WARNING 7302 - 7303

TAKE UP REEL

FAILURE

Take up reel rotation error.

WARNING 7305

TAKE UP REEL

FAILURE

Tape winding error during unloading.

WARNING 7401

REEL MOTOR

FAILURE

Reel motor rotation error.

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Troubleshooting

Symptom Action

No power. Is the AC adapter correctly connected?

Unable to record. Is the slide of the cassette tape turned to “REC”?

Set it to “REC” if it is at the “SAVE” position.

The operation buttons of BR-HD50

do not work.

Is OPERATION LOCK of the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu set to ON?

Set it to OFF if the operation buttons are to be used.

For REMOTE, select the buttons that can be operated with the

LOCAL FUNCTION Menu.

Editing cannot be controlled even

after the REMOTE/LOCAL switch

is set to REMOTE.

To control with RS-422A, set REMOTE SEL 9P in the REMOTE

[1/2] Menu screen to “ON”.

Noise is produced on the playback

video.

Playback sound interrupted.

• The tape is damaged.

Replace the tape.

• The head is dirty.

Clean it with the specified head-cleaning tape. (XPage 9)

Cannot play back. Is the setting for PB TAPE FORMAT in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

screen something other than AUTO?

Playback is not available when this menu item does not match

the tape format.

Time codes are not correctly

recorded during DV signal input.

Is TC DUPLI. in the TC/UB/CLOCK [1/2] Menu screen correctly

set up?

Unable to turn on the power with

the OPERATE button.

Isn’t the REMOTE/LOCAL switch set to REMOTE when

LOCAL FUNCTION in the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen is not

set to ALL KEYS?

SERIAL REMOTE control does not

function.

Isn’t REMOTE SEL SER in the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen set

to OFF?

For SERIAL REMOTE control, set it to ON or LOC+REM.

Unable to operate BR-HD50 with

the IEEE1394 terminal.

• Isn’t REM SEL HDV/DV in the REMOTE [1/2] Menu screen

set to OFF? To operate with the IEEE1394 terminal, set it to

ON or LOC+REM.

• When the controlling equipment (non-linear editor, etc.) does

not recognize this unit, either reconnect the IEEE1394

cable, or reset the power to the unit.

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Troubleshooting (continued)

Symptom Action

Cannot record HDV signals from

the IEEE1394 terminal.

• Is the IEEE1394 switch on the front panel set correctly?

To record HDV signals, set this to HDV.

• Is the HD signal format set correctly?

Match the 60/50 SEL setting in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu

screen to the input HDV signal format. (XPage 40)

Cannot record DV signals from the

IEEE1394 terminal.

Is the IEEE1394 switch on the front panel set correctly?

To record DV signals, set this to DV.

No HD signal is output from the

HDMI OUT or COMPONENT OUT

terminal.

Is the HD signal format set correctly?

Match the 60/50 SEL setting in the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen

to the HD signal format. (XPage 40)

HDMI OUT terminal video does not

display on the monitor.

Is the monitor compatible with video from the HDMI OUT termi-

nal?

Check the monitor specifications.

To automatically set the HDMI OUT terminal video to the video

format for the connected equipment (monitor), set MONITOR

SELECT to HDMI[A] in the VIDEO Menu screen.

No signal is output from the

IEEE1394 terminal during play-

back.

• Is the IEEE1394 switch on the front panel set correctly?

Match the IEEE1394 switch setting to the playback tape

recording format.

• When playing a tape recorded in HDV format, check that the

HD signal format setting is correct. (XPage 40)

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Checking the hour meter

This unit displays the drum usage time as the hour meter in DRUM HOUR METER in the SYSTEM [2/

2] Menu screen. Use it as a guide for regular maintenance. (XPage 8)

Use standard DV cassette tapes or mini DV cassette tapes.

Set BR-HD50 to the STOP mode:

1. Press the MENU button to display the TOP Menu screen.

2. Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to SYSTEM.

Press SET or the S button.

The SYSTEM [1/2] Menu screen is displayed.

3. Press the R or P button to bring the cursor to NEXT PAGE.

Press SET or the S button.

The SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen is displayed.

• The drum usage time is displayed on DRUM HOUR METER in

the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen.

4. Press the MENU button to return to the normal screen.

Operation

R buttonMENU button

SET button

P button S button

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TOP Menu screen

SYSTEM [2/2] Menu screen

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Specifications

General

Power requirements

:DC 12 V W (from provided

AC adapter)

Power consumption

:DC 12 V W 26.4 W 2.2 A

Usable tape

:Standard/ mini DV cassette tape

Tape speed :18.8 mm/s

Record/play time

: 276 minutes (with LA-DV276PRO

tape)

63 minutes (with M-DV63PROHD

tape)

External dimension

:212 mm (W) × 88 mm (H) ×

327 mm (D) (Excluding pro-

truding parts)

Weight :Approx. 3.9 d

(Not including AC Adapter)

Allowable operating temperature

:5°C to 40°C

Allowable storage temperature

:–20°C to 60°C

Allowable operating humidity

:30% RH to 80% RH

Allowable storage humidity

:85% RH or less

Video

Recording format

:720/24p, 720/25p, 720/30p,

720/50p, 720/60p, 576/50p,

480/60p

(BR-HD50U/HD50E),

480/60i (BR-HD50U),

576/50i (BR-HD50E)

Video format :

[HDV]

Video signal recording format

:HDV720p format, 8-bit, 19.7

Mbps

Compression :MPEG-2 video (profile &

level: MP@H-14)

[DV]

Video signal recording format

:DV format, 8-bit, 25 Mbps

Compression :DV format, 4:1:1 (NTSC)/

4:2:0 (PAL)

Audio

[HDV]

Audio signal recording format

:MPEG1 Audio Layer II

[DV]

Audio signal recording format

:16-bit (locked audio), 48 kHz

PCM for 2 channels or 12-bit,

32 kHz PCM for 4 channels

Connectors

Video

[HDV]

Video outputs

Analog component

Y:1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω (BNC)

PB/PR:0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω (BNC)

[DV]

Video inputs

Analog composite:1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω (BNC)

Analog Y/C

Y:1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω

C:0.286 V (NTSC)/0.3 V (PAL)

(p-p), 75 Ω (4-pin)

Video outputs

Analog composite

:1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω (BNC)

Analog Y/C

Y:1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω

C:0.286 V (NTSC)/0.3 V (PAL)

(p-p), 75 Ω (4-pin)

Analog component

Y:1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω (BNC)

PB/PR:0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω (BNC)

Audio

Audio inputs

Line :–8 dBs, 10 kΩ unbalanced

(RCA)

Audio outputs

Line

: –8 dBs, 1 k

Ω

unbalanced (RCA)

Headphones :– ∞ to – 15 dBs, 8 Ω (Stereo

mini Jack)

HDMI output :Type A (19-pin)

IEEE1394 interface

:6-pin

RS-422 interface :D-sub-9pin

Serial remote interface

:Mini jack

AC adapter

Input :AC 100 V – 240 V D,

50 Hz/60 Hz 1.7 A

Output :DC 12 V W 4.6 A

Accessories

AC adapter .................................................... × 1

Power cord (for BR-HD50U) ......................... × 1

Power cord (for BR-HD50E) ......................... × 2

Ferrite core (for IEEE1394 cable) ................. × 1

Ferrite core (for DC cord) .............................. × 1

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External dimensions (Unit: mm)

212

327

88

For improvement, the specifications and external appearance may be changed without prior notice.

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Supplement

AC adapter section

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding

prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not

fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combina-

tion to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long peri-

ods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled

or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does

not operate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or mois-

ture.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as

vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION – These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the

risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operat-

ing instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

BR-HD50 HD VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

BR-HD50

E

HD VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

(A)

LLT0088-001C

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.

Before operating this unit, please read the

instructions carefully to unsure the best possi-

ble performance.

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Serial No. which is

located on the rear of cabinet. Retain

this information for future reference.

Model No. BR-HD50U/BR-HD50E

Serial No.

2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited LLT0088-001C