Sony 1080i - Manual (Page 7)

Chapter 1 Overview
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Chapter 1 Overview
High definition downconvert function
When you want to playback a tape recorded in the
HDV format, you can dowoncovert any images to
output them. This function allows you to preview
recorded-images on a regular monitor. Also, you can
select an aspect ratio from the SQUEEZE, LETTER
BOX, or EDGE CROP (side cut).
16:9 Built-in color LCD monitor
The unit has a 3.5-type color LCD (liquid crystal
display) monitor that lets you verify images on the
spot. You can see the setup menus, audio levels, and
system statuses. Menus and data can be superimposed
over the picture being displayed.
Multiple input/output interfaces
The HDV/DV jack, COMPONENT OUT jacks
(output only), S VIDEO jacks and VIDEO jacks and
AUDIO jacks are equipped on the unit and enable the
connection with various devices.
A variety of buttons and switches for VCR
operations
This unit provides a variety of buttons for VCR
operations, such as the INPUT SELECT switch, the
AUDIO REC LEVEL (VOL), the PHONE LEVEL
control knob, and the STATUS CHECK button.
Time code and user bits
On this unit, you can use time code and user bits.
Using the menu, these can be set easily.
Screen Language Setting
You can select the language.
The default setting is indicated in English.
See page 52 to change the screen language.
Compatible with InfoLITHIUM series
InfoLITHIUM (L series) batteries allow you to use a
DC power supply.
InfoLITHIUM batteries are lithium batteries to
communicate with compatible equipment. They
display how much battery power has been remained.
Compact size allowing vertical installation
The compact size of the unit allows installation in a
vertical position and saves space. During non-linear
editing, you can install the unit in a vertical position
next to the personal computer and save working space.
Fan-less design
To provide noise-free operation, this unit has been
designed without using an exhaust fan.
Easy maintenance functions
• Self-diagnostics/alarm functions: The system
automatically detects an invalid operation, an invalid
connection or a malfunction, and displays a
description, a cause and a recovery method on the
LCD monitor and outputs the data as analog video
signals.
• Digital hours meter: A digital hours meter counts
four types of time data—operating time, drum
rotation time, tape running time, and tape threading/
unthreading. The digital hours data are indicated on
the menu.
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