Panasonic Aj De97 Operating Instructions Manual

Non-Linear Editing System
Operating Instructions
AJ- P
This manual contains information on the hardware only.
For details on video and audio uploading, editing and other
operations, refer to the Reference Manual (AJ-SF97). 

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indicates safety information.
CAUTION:
Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase,
built-in cabinet or any other confined space in
order to maintain adequate ventilation. Ensure
that curtains and any other materials do not
obstruct the ventilation to prevent risk of
electric shock or fire hazard due to
overheating.
IMPORTANT
“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and other materials may
infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.”...

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Contents
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Parts and Their Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
LED...

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Features
All-in-one tower design
This system contains a internal VTR for uploading and downloading data.
This feature translates into savings in terms of both the cost and space required for an externally connected
VTR, and it enables DVCPRO tapes to be loaded just like floppy disks or magneto-optical disks.  The unit also
contains a hard disk for audio-video recording, and its size is the same as a tower-type personal computer.  It
can be placed by the side of a desk for highly efficient editing...

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System Configuration
Main unitKeyboard
Mouse Power cord
Operating instructions
(which you are now reading)Warranty card
Stabilizers (a
4)
mounting screws (a
8)
Installation manual
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury due to tipping over,
mount the stabilizers before installation.
Service support guide
Do not subject the supplied mouse, keyboard or cables to strong bumps or
shocks. Doing so could damage them.
Ferrite cores (a
4)
When the SCSI hard disk drive for external expansion
purposes is to be...

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Parts and Their Functions
Front Panel
1
Main unit power switch
Set this switch to the OFF position after quitting the
system.  If the power is turned off while the hard
disk drive is operating, data may be lost or the drive
may be damaged.
Do NOT turn off the power while white characters
on a blue background appear on the monitor
display (for the personal computer) during startup.
2
Main unit power LED
3
HDD sub switch
Press this switch if PC unit’s power does not come
on even when the main unit...

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Parts and Their Functions
LED Display Panel
1
AUTO OFF lamp
This lights when trouble has occurred in the unit’s
operation.
2
Warning lamp
This lights when a warning item has occurred.
3
Channel condition lamps
One of these lamps lights in accordance with the
error rate status.
(Green 
5yellow 
5amber)
Green:This lights when the video and audio play
signal error rates are at acceptable levels.
Yellow:This lights when either the video or audio
play signal error rate has deteriorated.
The playback...

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Parts and Their Functions
Rear Panel
1
AC power socket [~AC IN]
The power cord (provided) is connected to this
socket.
2
Fuse holder [FUSE 1/2, 125 V, 5 A]
This holder contains a 5 A fuse.
FUSE 1:for VTR unit
FUSE 2:for PC unit
3
Ventilating fan
This fan prevents the internal temperature from
rising.  Do not block the fan openings by placing the
unit right up against a wall or other object.
4
Analog component video signal input
connectors [ANALOG, VIDEO INPUT, Y/P
B/PR]
The analog component video...

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Parts and Their Functions
Rear Panel
:Analog component video signal output
connectors [ANALOG, VIDEO OUTPUT, Y/P
B/PR]
The analog component video signals are output
from these connectors.  Connect a VTR or other
video unit with a component signal input capability
here.
;
Analog composite video signal output
connectors [ANALOG, VIDEO OUTPUT, 1/2]
The analog composite video signals are output from
these connectors.
Connect a VTR or other video unit with a composite
signal input capability here.
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Parts and Their Functions
Rear Panel
A
Digital audio signal input connector
[DIGITAL AUDIO IN, CH1-2/CH3-4]
The digital audio signals in the AES/EBU format are
supplied to these connectors.
B
Digital audio signal output connectors
[DIGITAL AUDIO OUT, CH1-2/CH3-4]
Connect a VTR equipped with AES/EBU input
connectors here.
C
Serial 1 connector [SERIAL 1]
Spare connector
D
Mouse connector [MOUSE]
Connect the mouse (provided) here.
E
Keyboard connector [KEYBOARD]
Connect the keyboard (provided) here....