FOCUS Enhancements MR-HD100 - Manual (Page 56)

Quick Start
MR-HD100 Media Recorder
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Record with the MR-HD100
There are two modes of recording with the MR-HD100.
• NORMAL Recording
Control with the MR-HD100 transport keys.
• EXTERNAL Recording
Control MR-HD100 recording with the video camera controls,
whether using tape or tapeless.
EXTERNAL mode is the recommended control mode for all
JVC Pro HD camcorders whether using tape or no tape. Make
sure that the camcorder's DV control port is turned on.
Check the latest camera compatibility matrix on the Focus
website: www.focusinfo.com .
• SYNCRO Recording
SYNCRO is used most often with older camcorders that
require the presence of a tape in the camcorder’s tape deck.
Before beginning recording, verify that:
1. Time and date are set.
2. Recording format is set.
3. NFR Format is set.
4. The MR-HD100 is connected to the video camera according
to the explanation in
Connecting MR-HD100 to DV/HDV
Camera on page 22.
5. Camera and MR-HD100 are powered on.
6. Tape is loaded in the camera, if:
• Camera requires a tape in its transport before it triggers
MR-HD100 record.
• User wants to record to both tape and disk, see the
following note.