Panasonic Aj D92 Operating Instructions Manual

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PAGE DOWN MODE SETUP
FFONOFF
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VA RCH 1 Digital Video Cassette Recorder
AJ-UNI
VA RCH 2UNI
VA RCH 3UNI
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CH 4
CASSETTE IN
METERLIGHT
WARNING
CH4 CH3 CH2
SHIFTREC REVIEW
CH1PB
LEVEL
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
POWER
25 50CTL
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3. Control area
Parts and Their Functions
1
Signal level display window
The audio levels are normally displayed here.
However, when the METER button is pressed, the
display switches to the input video signal levels.
When the METER button is pressed again, the
audio level display is restored.
When the power is turned on, the audio levels are
automatically displayed.
In the case of the audio level display, the three CH
CONDI (channel condition) segments indicate the
playback signal status.2
Recording level controls and UNI/VAR switch
These four controls are used to adjust the recording
levels of the four audio channel (CH1—CH4)
signals while monitoring the audio level display.
UNITY or VARIABLE can be selected using the
UNI/VAR switch for the recording level of each
control.
UNI:The input signals are recorded with their
levels unchanged.
The levels cannot be adjusted using the
controls.
VAR:The signals are recorded at the levels
adjusted by the controls.
2
PB LEVEL controls
These four controls are used to adjust the playback
output levels of the four audio channel (CH1—CH4)
signals.

When the 25M mode has been set, the sound will be
recorded and played back as two channels (CH1 and
CH2).
CH CONDI
lighting positionPlayback signal status
0 or 1 Playback signals have an acceptable quality.
2The playback signals have deteriorated in
quality slightly but playback is still possible.
3The playback signals have deteriorated in
quality.  When the segment on the left lights
frequently, the heads must be cleaned and the
unit’s interior inspected.
Channel condition displays 
						

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4. Time code setting area
Parts and Their Functions
1
TCG selector switch
This is used to set the advancing mode of the built-
in time code generator.
F-RUN:This position is used to advance the time
code continuously regardless of the unit’s
operation.
Set the switch here when aligning the time
code with the actual time or locking the
time code with an external signal.
SET:Set the switch to this position when the
time code or user’s bit is to be set.
R-RUN:Set the switch to this position to advance
the time code only during recording.  The
time code will then be recorded
continuously onto the tape where
continuity has been ensured between the
frames.
2
SHIFT button
This button causes the setting digit to flash when
the time code or user’s bit is to be set.
It becomes operational when the TCG selector
switch has been set to the SET position.3
“+” button
This is used to increase by 1 the figure for the
setting digit when the time code or user’s bit is to be
set.
4
“–” button
This is used to decrease by 1 the figure for the
setting digit when the time code or user’s bit is to be
set.
5
MENU switch
This is set to SET when performing settings using
the on-screen menu items.  
For normal operation, keep it at the OFF position.
RESETTC
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KEY INHIBITPAUSE/
STILLREC PLAY STOPSEARCHREW
PAGE DOWN MODE SETUP
FFONOFF
UNI
VA RCH 1 Digital Video Cassette Recorder
AJ-UNI
VA RCH 2UNI
VA RCH 3UNI
VA R
ON
OFF
CH 4
CASSETTE IN
METERLIGHT
WARNING
CH4 CH3 CH2
SHIFTREC REVIEW
CH1PB
LEVEL
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
POWER
25 50CTL
F-RUNSETR-RUNMENU DATA
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Parts and Their Functions
Connector panel
The connector panel consists of the following three
sections:
1. Audio section
2. Video section
3. Power supply and other sections
1. Audio section
3. Power supply and other sections 2. Video section
HEADPHONES
EARPHONE
VIDEO IN
REMOTEDC OUT
... 12V 200mA
SUPER IMPOSEOFFON
PHONE
LEVELPHONE
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IN OUTVIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
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AUDIO
OUT
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DC IN
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CAMERA
DC ... 12V 3A
COMPO-NENT
MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH2MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH3MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH4MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ON
COMPO-SITE
CH3·
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CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4
CH 1 CH 2CH 3 CH 4PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH
HEADPHONES
EARPHONE
VIDEO IN
REMOTEDC OUT
... 12V 200mA
SUPER IMPOSEOFFON
PHONE
LEVELPHONE
SELECTTC
IN OUTVIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
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AUDIO
OUT
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CAMERA
DC ... 12V 3A
COMPO-NENT
MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH2MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH3MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH4MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ON
COMPO-SITE
CH3·
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CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4
CH 1 CH 2CH 3 CH 4PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH
HEADPHONES
EARPHONE
VIDEO IN
REMOTEDC OUT
... 12V 200mA
SUPER IMPOSEOFFON
PHONE
LEVELPHONE
SELECTTC
IN OUTVIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
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AUDIO
OUT
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CAMERA
DC ... 12V 3A
COMPO-NENT
MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH2MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH3MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH4MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ON
COMPO-SITE
CH3·
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CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4
CH 1 CH 2CH 3 CH 4PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH 
						

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1. Audio section
Parts and Their Functions
1
HEADPHONES jack
When a pair of stereo headphones (with an 8-ohm
impedance) are connected to this jack, the sound of
the recording or playback and the warning alarms
can be monitored through the headphones.
The sound to be monitored is set using the PHONE
SELECT switch.
2
EARPHONE jack
When earphones or a pair of stereo headphones
equipped with a mini plug are connected to this
jack, the sound of the recording or playback and the
warning alarms can be monitored through the
earphones.
The sound to be monitored is set using the PHONE
SELECT switch.
3
PHONE LEVEL control
This control is used to adjust the volume of the
sound which is output from the HEADPHONES jack
or EARPHONE jack.
4
PHONE SELECT switch
This is used to select the sound to be monitored at
the HEADPHONES jack or EARPHONE jack.
CH1/2:Sound of CH1 and CH2
CH3/4:Sound of CH3 and CH4
5
AUDIO OUT connectors (PHONO)
The audio signals to be monitored are output
through these connectors.  Whether PCM sound or
CUE sound is to be set as the audio output during
playback can selected using setup menu item No.
705.
When PCM is selected, one of six kinds of channel
outputs can be selected using setup menu item No.
731.6
MIC POWER switches
These turn the power (+48V) for the phantom
microphones ON or OFF.
(The power can be switched to +12V using an
internal switch.  For further details, consult your
dealer.)
7
Audio input selector switches
These are used to switch the audio inputs of the
four audio channels (CH1—CH4) individually.
CAM:Sound which is input from the CAMERA
connector.
LINE:Sound which is input from the AUDIO IN
connectors.
8
Audio input level switches
These are used to switch the input level to –60 dBu
or +4 dBu to match the level of the sound which is
input from the AUDIO IN connectors.  When the
switches have been set to the –60 dBu position, the
setting can be changed to –40 dBu using an
internal switch.  
(For further details, consult your dealer.)
9
AUDIO IN connectors (XLR 3-pin)
These are used to connect a microphone or
external device, and they enable the audio signals
of up to four channels to be input.
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AUDIO OUT connectors (XLR 3-pin)
These are used to connect an external device, and
they enable the audio signals of up to four channels
to be output.
HEADPHONES
EARPHONE
VIDEO IN
REMOTEDC OUT
... 12V 200mA
SUPER IMPOSEOFFON
PHONE
LEVELPHONE
SELECTTC
IN OUTVIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT12
AUDIO
OUT
CH1·
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DC IN
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CAMERA
DC ... 12V 3A
COMPO-NENT
MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH2MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH3MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH4MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ON
COMPO-SITE
CH3·
4
CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4
CH 1 CH 2CH 3 CH 4PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH 
						

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2. Video section
Parts and Their Functions
1
CAMERA connector (26-pin)
This is used to connect a camera equipped with a
multi connector.
It enables video signals, audio signals, control
signals and other signals to be sent to and from the
camera.
Power can also be supplied to the camera from the
unit.
When the video input selector switch is set to the
CAMERA position, the camera’s video signals are
input to the unit.
2
Video input selector switch
This is used to select the input video signals.
VIDEO IN:
Composite video signals from the device which has
been connected to the VIDEO IN connector.
CAMERA:
Component video signals or composite video
signals from the camera which has been connected
to the CAMERA connector.
3
CAMERA input signal selector switch
This is used to select the input video signals from
the CAMERA connector 1
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COMPONENT:Component video signals from the
camera
COMPOSITE:Composite video signals from the
camera
4
VIDEO IN connector (BNC)
The composite video signals are supplied to this
connector.
When the video input selector switch is set to the
VIDEO IN position, the video signals from the
device connected to the VIDEO IN connector are
input to the unit.

When the unit is in the playback mode, supply
standard signals to this connector.  The playback
output signals will then be synchronized with the
input signals.5
VIDEO OUT 1, 2 connectors (BNC)
The composite video signals are output from these
connectors.
When the SUPER IMPOSE switch is set to the ON
position, the VTR’s operating status or time code
will be superimposed onto the video signals which
are output from the VIDEO OUT 2 connector.
6
SUPER IMPOSE switch 
When this is set to ON, the VTR’s operating status
or time code will be superimposed onto the video
signals which are output from the VIDEO OUT 2
connector.
7
TC IN connector (BNC)
This connector is used for recording an external
time code onto the tape.
8
TC OUT connector (BNC)
During playback, the playback time code is output
from this connector.  During recording, the time
code which is generated by the internal time code
generator is output.
9
VIDEO OUT connector (PHONO)
The composite video signals for monitoring
purposes are output from this connector.

The setup for the VIDEO IN and OUT connectors
and CAMERA connector can be processed using the
setup menu item No. 608 and 609 settings.  (See
page 50)
HEADPHONES
EARPHONE
VIDEO IN
REMOTEDC OUT
... 12V 200mA
SUPER IMPOSEOFFON
PHONE
LEVELPHONE
SELECTTC
IN OUTVIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT12
AUDIO
OUT
CH1·
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DC IN
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CAMERA
DC ... 12V 3A
COMPO-NENT
MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH2MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH3MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH4MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ON
COMPO-SITE
CH3·
4
CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4
CH 1 CH 2CH 3 CH 4PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH 
						

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3. Power supply and other sections
Parts and Their Functions
1
REMOTE connector (9-pin)
When the dedicated external remote controller (AJ-
A95: optional accessory) is connected to this
connector, the unit can be operated from this
external controller.

This connector conforms to the RS-422A interface
standard but it does not support any editing
commands.
This unit does not have a phase-synchronizing
function so that when it is used as a simple source
VTR for editing applications, the phase
synchronization of the source VTR (player) should
be set to OFF for use.
2
DC OUT socket
This is the DC 12V output socket.
It supplies power to the dedicated external remote
controller (AJ-A95).  The DC power cable is
included with the AJ-A95.
3
DC IN socket
This is the DC 12V input socket.
Use the AC adapter (AJ-B75) available as an
optional accessory.4
BREAKER button
This shuts off the power when a problem has
occurred.
As soon as the power is shut off, the BREAKER
button pops out.
After checking the power connections, equipment
connections and battery, push the BREAKER
button back in.  Power will be supplied if the
problem no longer exists.
If the power fails to be supplied even after the
BREAKER button has been pushed back in, consult
your dealer.
5
Battery compartment
The dedicated battery pack (AU-BP402: optional
accessory) is installed inside the compartment.
HEADPHONES
EARPHONE
VIDEO IN
REMOTEDC OUT
... 12V 200mA
SUPER IMPOSEOFFON
PHONE
LEVELPHONE
SELECTTC
IN OUTVIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT12
AUDIO
OUT
CH1·
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DC IN
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CAMERA
DC ... 12V 3A
COMPO-NENT
MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH2MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH3MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ONCH4MIC POWEROFFCAM LINE-60+4dB
ON
COMPO-SITE
CH3·
4
CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4
CH 1 CH 2CH 3 CH 4PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH
BATTERY 
						

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Preparations
Use the dedicated AC adapter (AJ-B75: optional
accessory).

OSwitch off the unit’s power before using the AC
adaptor.
OConnect the AC adapter’s power cord last of all. 
This unit must be placed either on a level surface or
upright for use.
It may not work properly if placed in any other
position.
Flat Upright
1. When using an AC adapter
Connect the AC adapter’s DC cable to the DC
IN socket on the unit.1
Connect the AC adapter’s power cord, and set
its power switch to the ON position.2
Set the POWER switch on the unit’s front panel
to ON.3
Preparing to supply power
DC IN connector
Power switch
AC adapter
(AJ-B75)POWER switch 
						

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Preparations
Use the dedicated battery pack (AU-BP402: optional
accessory).  It is recommended that a spare battery
pack be kept on hand.
2. When using a battery pack
Open the cover of the battery compartment.1
Cover
Battery pack
Set the POWER switch on the unit’s front panel
to ON.5
Check the battery level.
The battery level is displayed in the status display
window.6
Firmly insert the battery pack as far in as it will
go.2
Connect the plug, and stow any slack cord
away inside the compartment.3
Close the cover.4
Battery level display
This indicates the remaining battery charge in
segments.
OWhen all 7 segments light up, it means that the
battery has a full charge.
OAs the battery continues to discharge, the
segments go off one by one in sequence.
OWhen the segment at the “E” (empty) end starts
flashing, the WARNING lamp also flashes, and
the warning alarm sounds intermittently, it
means that the battery will soon be fully
discharged.
OWhen all 7 segments flash, the WARNING lamp
remains lighted and the warning alarm sounds
continuously, it means that the battery is now
fully discharged.

The warning alarm can be set using setup menu
items No. 900 and 901.
Battery voltage and segment display
(with AU-BP402)
EBATT F
Over 12.5 V
12.35 V to 12.5 V
12.25 V to 12.35 V
12.2 V to 12.25 V
12.05 V to 12.2 V
11.85 V to 12.05 V
11.4 V to 11.85 V
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Digital Video Cassette Recorder
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Preparations
Preparing the cassette tape
1. Concerning tapes
Align the cassette with the center of the insertion slot,
and push it in gently.
Once inserted, the cassette tape is loaded
automatically.
M size cassette
L size cassette 
DV tapes bearing either the “ ” or “ ” logo for
regular consumer applications cannot be used.  Do
not insert them into the unit.
Types of tapes and their recording
times
M size cassettes
O50 Mbps mode
Tapes with a recording/playback length of up to
33 minutes:
O25 Mbps mode
Tapes with a recording/playback length of up to
66 minutes:
L size cassettes
O50 Mbps mode
Tapes with a recording/playback length of up to
92 minutes:
O25 Mbps mode
Tapes with a recording/playback length of up to
184 minutes:
AJ-P34LP, AJ-P66LP, AJ-P94LP, AJ-P126LP,
AJ-5P92LP
For AJ-5P92LP cassette tapes recorded using
the DVCPRO (25 Mbps) mode, use a VTR
supporting DVCPRO (25 Mbps) 184 minute
tapes.
AJ-P12MP, AJ-P24MP, AJ-P33MP, AJ-P46MP,
AJ-P66MP 
						

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Preparations
2. How to insert the cassette tape
Set the unit’s POWER switch to ON.1
POWER switch Status display window
Press the cassette insertion slot cover to open
it.3
Check that the “HUMID” display is not
indicated on the status display window.

If “HUMID” is indicated, keep the power on, and
wait until the indication is cleared.2
Insert the cassette tape, and close the cassette
insertion slot cover.45
Remaining tape and segment display
E TAPE F
18 to 21 minutes (or over 30 minutes)
15 to 18 minutes (or 25 to 30 minutes)
12 to 15 minutes (or 20 to 25 minutes)
9 to 12 minutes (or 15 to 20 minutes)
6 to 9 minutes (or 10 to 15 minutes)
3 to 6 minutes (or 5 to 10 minutes)
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Remaining tape display
This indicates the remaining tape time in
segments.
OWhen all 7 segments light up, it means that
there is more than 21 minutes of tape remaining.
(This can be changed to more than 30 minutes
using setup menu item No. 905.)
OWhen the segment at the “E” (empty) end lights
up, it means that 3 minutes of the tape are left.
(This can be changed to 5 minutes using the
setup menu item No. 905.)
OWhen the segment at the “E” (empty) end starts
flashing, it means that 2 minutes of the tape are
left.  (This can be changed to 3 minutes using
the setup menu item No. 904.)
If this happens during recording, the WARNING
lamp flashes, and a warning alarm sounds
intermittently.
OWhen all 7 segments flash, the WARNING lamp
remains lighted and the warning alarm sounds
continuously, it means that the tape has come to
its end.

OThe warning alarm is output from the PHONE
jack.
OThe warning alarm can be set using setup menu
items No. 902, 903 and 904. Check the remaining tape.
The remaining tape time is indicated on the status
display window.