Sony HDV 1080I HVR-M15N/M15P - Manual (Page 4)

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*5 When outputting down-converted signals in the 4:3 aspect ratio via an i.LINK connector, the Letterbox mode cannot be selected. *6 Insert and assemble editing using
HDV material is not recommended with the HVR-M25/M15. When video programs in the HDV format are transferred via the i.LINK interface and edited, transitions from
cut to cut may not be smooth. *7 The HVR-M25/M15 ignores any blank or index point in the first 20 seconds of the tape.
i.LINK Interface
The HVR-M25/M15 is equipped with a 4-pin i.LINK interface.
This allows for one cable digital transfer*
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command signals to a compatible connected VTR or nonlinear
editing system in HDV, DVCAM, or DV format.
Time Code Copy from External Devices
When the HVR-M25/M15 records signals from the i.LINK port,
the time code that was recorded on the original tape can be
copied onto other tapes, along with the video and audio signals.
This is effective when downloading edited material from
nonlinear editors or creating dubs from other VTRs.
Auto Repeat and Custom Repeat
The HVR-M25/M15 has a convenient auto repeat function. This
enables the VTR to automatically rewind the tape to either the
beginning of the tape, the first complete blank portion, or an
index point on the tape, and start playback again from there*
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In addition, the HVR-M25 has a Custom Repeat function that
allows operators to set the number of repeat playbacks, the
interval between each playback, and the hour at which the
playback should begin.
Color Bar and 1-kHz Audio Tone Signal Output
The HVR-M25/M15 can output three types of color bar via the
i.LINK, HDMI, analog component, S-video, and composite
connectors, as well as an audio tone signal of 1 kHz via the
i.LINK, HDMI, and analog audio connectors. These are useful
when checking the system conditions.
External Control
The HVR-M25/M15 comes equipped with a
Remote Commander
TM unit, which enables users
to control the recorder’s functions wirelessly. In
addition, the HVR-M25/M15 is equipped with a
LANC terminal, as well as a Control S terminal
to connect with the optional DSRM-10
Remote Control Unit for jog and shuttle
operation.
HVR-M25 & HVR-M15 COMMON FEATURES
Edge Crop Adjust (HVR-M25 only)
When down-converting signals in the Edge Crop mode, the
Edge Crop Adjust function is provided to adjust the edge crop
position. By displaying the edge crop marker on the LCD
monitor, operators can conveniently check the edge crop
position before outputting down-converted signals.
Tape Cleaner for Reliable Operation
The HVR-M25/M15 incorporates a tape cleaner that adopts a
high-grade sapphire blade. This cleaner can help prevent signal
dropouts and improve the reliability of recording and playback
by cleaning away particles from the tape during operation.
Down-conversion Playback Capabilities
The HVR-M25/M15 can convert material from 1080i down to
480i and 576i, and output these video signals through its i.LINK
interface. In addition, these signals can also be output via the
VTR’s HDMI (on the HVR-M25), analog component, S-video, or
composite connector. This allows users to edit recorded material
with a compatible nonlinear editing system using current DV
editing software, as well as record SD signals to an external VTR.
Video material can also be down-converted to 480P and 576P (as
well as 720P on the HVR-M25), and output via the VTR’s HDMI
(on the HVR-M25) or analog component video connector.
When down-converting these signals, the aspect ratio displayed
can be converted from 16:9 to 4:3. Display modes can be
selected from Squeeze, Letterbox*
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Output
Playback/ Analog Analog
S-Video i.LINK HDMI*
Down Conversion Format Component Composite
1080/60i ● – – ●
720/60P – – –
480/60P ● – – –
480/60i ● ● ● ●
Recording
Format
Input
i.LINK
Analog Composite
S-Video
1080/60i
480/60i
HDV 1080i
DVCAM/DV SP
Recording, Playback and Down-conversion Formats
60i Mode
O: Available O : Available only for HVR-M25 : Available only for HVR-M25 in playback mode
Output
Playback/ Analog Analog
S-Video i.LINK HDMI*
Down Conversion Format Component Composite
1080/50i ● – – ●
720/50P – – –
576/50P ● – – –
576/50i ● ● ● ●
Recording
Format
Input
i.LINK
Analog Composite
S-Video
1080/50i
576/50i
HDV 1080i
DVCAM/DV SP
50i Mode
O: Available O : Available only for HVR-M25 : Available only for HVR-M25 in playback mode
* The HDMI connector cannot output video and audio signals with copyright protection signals.