Panasonic Digital Hd Video Cassette Recorder Ajhd1700 Operating Instructions

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Model AJ-
Operating Instructions
Digital HD
Video Cassette Recorder
VQT0E88
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							WARNING:
•TO  REDUCE  THE  RISK  OF  FIRE  OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD,  KEEP  THIS  EQUIPMENT  AWAY
FROM  ALL  LIQUIDS—USE  AND  STORE
ONLY  IN  LOCATIONS  WHICH  ARE  NOT
EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE
ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE
EQUIPMENT.
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For your safety (General)
indicates safety information.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE  THE  RECOMMENDED  ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD,  REFER  MOUNTING  OF  THE
OPTIONAL  BOARD  AND  CHANGE  OF
SWITCH  SETTINGS  INSIDE  THE  UNIT  TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
CAUTION:
EVEN  WHEN  THE  POWER  SWITCH  IS  IN
THE  OFF  POSITION,  A  SMALL  CURRENT
FLOWS THE FILTER CIRCUIT.
CAUTION:
THE AC OUTLET (MAINS SOCKET) SHALL
BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND
SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE GROUNDED
To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug must be
inserted only into a standard three-pin power outlet
(socket)  which  is  effectively  grounded  through  the
normal household wiring.
Extension  cords  used  with  the  equipment  must  be
three-core  and  be  correctly  wired  to  provide
connection to the ground. Incorrectly wired extension
cords can be extremely hazardous.
The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily
does not imply that it is grounded, and the installation
is  not  necessarily  safe.  For  your  safety,  if  in  any
doubt about the effective grounding of the equipment
or power outlet (socket), please consult a qualified
electrician.
Operating precaution
Operation near any appliance which generates
strong magnetic fields may give rise to noise in
the video and audio signals. If this should be the
case,  deal  with  the  situation  by,  for  instance,
moving the source of the magnetic fields away
from the unit before operation. 
						

							CAUTION:
This apparatus can be operated at a voltage in the
range of 100 – 240 V AC.
Voltage other than 120 V is not intended for U.S.A.
and Canada.
CAUTION:
Operation  at  a  voltage  other  than  120  V  AC  may
require the use of a different AC plug. Please contact
either a local or foreign Panasonic authorized service
center  for  assistance  in  selecting  an  alternate  AC
plug.
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For your safety
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR  BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous  voltage”  within  the  product’s
enclosure  that  may  be  of  sufficient
magnitude  to  constitute  a  risk  of  electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence  of  important  operating  and
maintenance  (service)  instructions  in  the
literature accompanying the appliance.
For U.S.A. and Canada
FCC Note:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
To assure continued compliance follow the attached
installation  instructions  and  do  not  make  any
unauthorized modifications.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to  provide  reasonable  protection  against  harmful
interference  when  the  equipment  is  operated  in  a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not  installed  and  used  in  accordance  with  the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in  a  residential  area  is  likely  to  cause  harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
For Europe
CAUTION:
DO  NOT  REMOVE  PANEL  COVER  BY  UN-
SCREWING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover. No user serviceable parts inside.
indicates safety information.
Notice (U.S.A. only):
This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains
a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead
in some components. Disposal of these materials
may  be  regulated  in  your  community  due  to
environmental  considerations. For  disposal  or
recycling information please contact your local
authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:
 
						

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FOR U.K. ONLY
This  appliance  is  supplied  with  a  moulded  three  pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that
the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it
is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï
or the BSI mark Ì
on the
body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If  you  lose  the  fuse  cover  the  plug  must  not  be  used
until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
local Panasonic Dealer.
IF  THE  FITTED  MOULDED  PLUG  IS  UNSUITABLE
FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN
THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG
CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.  THERE IS A
DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE
CUT  OFF  PLUG  IS  INSERTED  INTO  ANY  13  AMP
SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring
code as shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
Caution for AC Mains Lead
As  the  colours  of  the  wires  in  the  mains  lead  of  this
appliance  may  not  correspond  with  the  coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed
as follows:
• The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW
must be connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol Ó
or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter N or coloured BLACK.
• The  wire  which  is  coloured  BROWN  must  be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter L or coloured RED. FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable.  One is for continental Europe, etc. and the other one is only
for U.K.
Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the other type of mains cable is not suitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.FOR U.K. ONLY
If  the  plug  supplied  is  not  suitable  for  your  socket
outlet, it should be cut off and appropriate one fitted.
How to replace the fuse
1. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse.
Fuse
For your safety 
						

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Contents
For your safety  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
General outline   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Standard accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Parts and Their Functions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
OFront panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
OTime code display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
ORear panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
OExample of connections performed for 
one VTR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
OExample of connections performed for 
two VTRs (deck-to-deck)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
OExample of system connections in 
23/24 Hz or 25 Hz (HD) mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
OExample of system connections in 
25 Hz (SD) mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
OExample of connections with an 
editing controller  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Concerning tapes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Turning on the power and inserting 
the cassette  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
STOP and STANDBY modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Jog/shuttle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Manual editing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Preroll  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Automatic editing (deck-to-deck)  . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
OSwitch settings and adjustments  . . . . . . . . . . .29
OSelecting the editing mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
ORegistering the edit points  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
OChecking the edit points  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
OModifying edit points  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
OPreviewing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
OAutomatic editing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
OReviewing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Audio split editing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Variable memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Function menus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
OGeneral description  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
OAllocating the function keys  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
OHow to switch the settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
OHOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
OVIDEO  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
OAUDIO  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
OTC  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
OCUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
ODIAG  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
OMENU  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57OASSEMBLE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
OINSERT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
OSETUP MENU/SYSTEM MENU  . . . . . . . . . . .60
OFILE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
OPF1/PF2  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
OCARD  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
O50P IN/OUT ASSIGN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
System menus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Setup menus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
OBASIC  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
OOPERATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
OINTERFACE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
OEDIT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
OTAPE PROTECT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
OTIME CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
OVIDEO  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
OAUDIO  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
OMENU  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
OConnections with Dolby-E components  . . . . .104
OHow to switch the system frequency  . . . . . . .105
OSelecting the recording/playback format 
and sync signals which support the 
operation mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
OMenu management accompanying 
switching the system frequency . . . . . . . . . . .106
Time code and user’s bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
OTime code  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
OUser’s bit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
OSetting the internal time code  . . . . . . . . . . . .111
OSetting the external time code  . . . . . . . . . . . .112
OCue time registration, preroll and cue-up 
(These functions work only on the HOME, 
PF1 and PF2 screens.)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
OTime code and user’s bit playback  . . . . . . . .112
Superimpose screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Selecting the audio recording channels and
monitor output  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Display saving function  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Rack mounting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Video head cleaning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Condensation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Error messages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
ODIAG menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
OWarning messages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
OError messages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
RS-232C interface  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Connector signals  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Printed circuit boards  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130 
						

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General outline
The model AJ-HD1700 is a DVCPRO HD-LP format
HD  digital  video  cassette  recorder  which  uses  1/4˝
wide compact cassette tapes.
It  can  record,  play  back  and  edit  1080/59.94i  (60i),
720/59.94p (60p) and 1080/50i HD signals and also
play back existing DVCPRO (25 Mbps or 50 Mbps)
tapes.
It is also capable of converting from sources with a
720/24p over 60p (720/25p over 60p) format recorded
using a variable frame rate camera into a 1080/24psf
(1080/25psf)  format  and  outputting  the  resulting
signals, thus fulfilling the needs of applications in the
cinema film production field.
Further,  the  HD-SD  conversion  facility  of  its  format
converter, which  is provided as a standard accessory,
extends  the  uses  of  this  VTR  to  encompass
interfacing  with  existing  SD  systems  and  into
configuring of HD systems.By  mobilizing  highly  efficient  digital  compression
technology to assure a high picture quality, this VTR
significantly  minimizes  deterioration  in  the  picture
quality and sound quality during the dubbing process.
It  features  a  compact  size  of  4U  and  a  lightweight
design that enables it to be carried around with ease,
and to be readily installed in a 19-inch rack.
The equipment is set up using an interactive system
whereby  the  operator  manipulates  the  function
buttons  on  the  front  panel  and  observes  the  menu
screens on the front panel’s LED monitor.
In terms of the editing features, this VTR is capable of
both assemble editing and insert editing.
Standard accessories
Power cord (AJ-HD1700P)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Power cord (AJ-HD1700E)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 
						

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Features
Time codes
This  VTR  comes  with  a  built-in  time  code  generator
(TCG)/time code reader (TCR).  
In addition to the internal time code, an external time code
can also be input and recorded as the LTC on the VTR.
Multi-functional interfaces
• Serial digital input/output connector
The VTR comes with an HD component serial interface
input/output connector.  This one BNC connector enables
HD component video signals and 8-channels digital audio
signals to be interfaced.  (SMPTE 292M, 299M, BTA S-
004)
It is also equipped with an HD/SD format converter as a
standard accessory so that SD component serial signals
can also be output.  (SMPTE 259M-C, 272M-A, 294M)
• Analog video output connector
Composite  signals  are  output  during  DVCPRO50-  or
DVCPRO-compatible  playback,  DV  playback,  DVCAM
playback and down-conversion.
• AES/EBU audio input/output connectors
Digital audio input/output connectors for 8 channels are
featured as a standard accessory.
• SDTI input/output connector
Use  of  the  SDTI  board  (optional  accessory)  enables
interfacing with the compressed component signals still in
their original form.  (SMPTE 305M, 321M)
• SD signal up-conversion and recording
Using the input up-converter board (optional accessory),
SD component serial signals (SMPTE 259M-C) can be
up-converted and recorded as HD signals.
• 9-pin  RS-422A  and  RS-232C  remote  control
connectors
In addition to the standard 9-pin serial remote (RS-422A)
control connector, the VTR is provided with RS-232C and
50-pin parallel remote control connectors.
The RS-422A facility enables parallel operation if a loop
connection has been established between the VTR and
another VTR.
8-channel high-sound-quality digital audio
The  8-channel  PCM  audio  feature  allows  for  not  only
independent editing but mixing as well on all 8 channels.
One channel is provided for the analog cue track.
Menu-driven setup
The setup settings, which are conducted prior to operating
the VTR, are performed while the operator views the setup
menus either on the VTR’s LCD monitor or on a TV monitor.
Multi-functional front panel with LCD monitor
The  front  panel’s  multiple  functions,  including  the  LCD
monitor  for  monitoring  images,  the  function  buttons  and
large-size  display  panel,  are  contained  within  the  4U
dimensions and designed to improve operating ease.
Compact size and light weight
This is a 4U digital VTR.  Using the rack-mounting adapters
(AJ-MA75P:  optional  accessory),  it  can  also  be  easily
housed in a 19-inch rack.
Up to 126 minutes of recording
Using  the  DVCPRO  HD-LP  recording  system,  up  to  126
minutes of material can be recorded on the newly developed
1/4˝ XL-size cassette tape.
High picture quality
The  VTR’s  high  picture  quality  is  achieved  by  4:2:2  HD
component  signal  recording  using  a  recording  rate  (100
Mbps)  which  is  4  times  higher  than  that  of  the  existing
DVCPRO format.
1080i/720p  (*1),  59.94  Hz/60  Hz/50  Hz  signal
switching
By making menu selections, the signals of the respective
formats can be recorded and played back.
*1: When  the  system  frequency  of  50  Hz  has  been  selected,
recording and playback using the 720p format are not possible.
Frame rate conversion function
By  making  menu  selections,  the  VTR  can  output  signals
after converting them to the 1080/24psf (25psf) format when
it  plays  back  a  tape  recorded  by  a  variable  frame  rate
camera at a frame rate of 24fps (25fps).
SDI interface
The  VTR  comes  with  an  HD  serial  digital  interface  as  a
standard accessory.
Playback compatibility with DVCPRO systems
Besides DVCPRO HD-LP recording and playback, the VTR
can also play back tapes which have been recorded using
the  existing  DVCPRO  HD,  DVCPRO50  and  DVCPRO
systems.
Consumer-use DV tapes (SP) and DVCAM tapes can also
be played back on this VTR.
Digital slow motion/dial jog
Panasonic’s unique digital slow motion technology enables
clear playback (of tapes recorded using the DVCPRO HD-
LP system) at speeds ranging from j
1k
to i
2k
.
  
Some  noise  may  occur  during  slow  playback  (using  an
external  controller)  at  speeds  of  almost  exactly j
1k 
or
i
2k
.
Search speed
Search  speed  enables  tapes  (recorded  using  the  HD-LP
system) to be played back with color images at speeds of up
to 100 times in the forward or reverse direction. 
						

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Front panel
1
POWER switch
2
Audio level meter
The audio information is displayed here.
• The  levels  of  the  CH1,  CH2,  CH3,  CH4,  CH5,
CH6, CH7 and CH8 PCM audio signals and level
of the CUE track signal are displayed here.
• The  levels  of  the  input  signals  are  displayed
during recording and when E-E is selected.
During  playback,  the  levels  of  the  playback
signals  are  displayed.    In  the  INPUT  CHECK
status,  the  levels  of  the  input  signals  are
displayed for CH1 to CH8.
• Input signal display for each of the channels
The indicators for the selected input signals light.
(SDI  lights  when  the  SD  SDI  input  signal  is
selected.)
If an input signal has been selected but it has not
actually  been  input,the  AES,  HDSDI,  SDI  or
SDTI indicator will blink if a signal corresponding
to one of these indicators was selected whereas
the ANA indicator will remain lighted if it was an
ANA signal that was selected.
When  the  internal  signal  (INT  SG)  has  been
selected,  all  the  AES,    ANA,  HDSDI,  SDI  and
SDTI indicators light.
All the indicator are off in the 23/24 Hz mode or
25 Hz (HD or SD) mode.3
Cassette insertion slot
If the slot’s orange plate is visible, it means that a
cassette tape is already inserted.
4
EJECT button
When  this  button  is  pressed,  the  cassette  is
unloaded,  and  a  few  seconds  later  it  is  ejected
automatically.
When  CTL  appears  on  the  counter  display,  the
display is reset.
5
Headphones jack
The  sound  heard  during  recording,  playback  or
editing  can  be  monitored  through  headphones
when  stereo  headphones  are  connected  to  this
jack.
6
Volume control dial
This control dial is used to adjust the volume level
of the headphones and monitor output.
Whether the volume level of the monitor output is to
be coupled together with that of the headphones to
this  dial  or  separated  can  be  selected  using  the
setup menu item No.712 (MONI OUT).  (Note that
the volume level of the headphones is coupled at all
times.)    When  the  volume  levels  have  been
separated,  the  UNITY  value  (prescribed  value)
applies to the monitor output.
7
Channel condition lamps
These  lamps  light  to  indicate  the  error  rate
status.
(Green “
amber “
red)
Green:This  lights  when  the  error  rates  for  the
video  and  audio  playback  signals  are  both  at
acceptable levels.
Amber:This lights when the error rate for either the
video or audio playback signals has deteriorated.
The  playback  picture  and  sound  remain
unaffected even while this lamp is lighted.
Red:This  lights  when  correction  or  interpolation
has  been  engaged  for  either  the  video  or  audio
playback signals.
Parts and Their Functions
POWEROFFON
HEADPHONES
PUSH
LOCKFULL
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AUDIO CH SELECTSHIFTABC DEF GHI
JKL MNO PQRSPREVIEW/
REVIEWPRE-
ROLLA IN A OUT
HOME RF1 ASSEMADJUSTSHTL
REV FWDVA R JOG
STAND BYRECORDER INPUT CHECKPLAYER
SERVOEDIT PLAY REC
REW STOPFFREC INHIBIT
PUSH-INTERINSERT RF2
VIDEOUNITYTC CUE
AUDIOUNITYDIAG MENU
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-4
-8
-12
-16
-20
-25
-30
-40
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AES ANA
HD SDI SDTI
•3
•2
•1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
LR
-16
-17
-18
-19
-20
-21
-22
-23
-24•16dB
AES ANA
HD SDI SDTI
•12
•8
•4
0
-5
-10
-20
LR
Reference level (j
20 dB)
(AJ-HD1700P)
Left (L) and right (R)
monitor channel displays Input signal display
Level meter
Reference level (j
18 dB)
(AJ-HD1700E) 
						

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POWEROFFON
HEADPHONES
PUSH
LOCKFULL
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XL/L/M-cassetteDo not insert S-cassette
without adapterEJECT
AUDIO CH SELECTSHIFTABC DEF GHI
JKL MNO PQRSPREVIEW/
REVIEWPRE-
ROLLA IN A OUT
HOME RF1 ASSEMADJUSTSHTL
REV FWDVA R JOG
STAND BYRECORDER INPUT CHECKPLAYER
SERVOEDIT PLAY REC
REW STOPFFREC INHIBIT
PUSH-INTERINSERT RF2
VIDEOUNITYTC CUE
AUDIOUNITYDIAG MENU
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CH2 >
CH3>
CH4 >
CH5 >
CH6 >
CH7 >
CH8 >
CUE >
CH1, etc.  
•
When L, R or L/R has been selected as the 
M MIX setting on the  menu:
At this setting, the signals of a multiple number of
channels can be mixed and output.
When  the  number  key  corresponding  to  the
channel  whose  signals  are  to  be  monitored  is
pressed while the L (or R) button is held down,
that  channel  is  selected  and  its  signals  are
displayed  on  the  audio  level  meter.    (By
performing  the  same  operation,  the  selected
channel can be de-selected.)
However, a maximum of only two channels from
CH1  to  CH4  and  a  maximum  of  only  two
channels from CH5 to CH8 can be selected.
Example of channels which can be selected: 
CH1 i
CH3 i
CH5 i
CH8 “
OK
CH1 + CH2 + CH4 “
NG
9
METER (FULL/FINE) selector button
This  button  is  used  to  select  the  scale  display  for  the
audio level meter.
FULL mode:Depending on the setting selected for the
setup menu item No.763 (METER SCALE)*, either the
j¶
to 0 dB (reference level: j
20 dB/j
18 dB**) or j¶
to i
20 dB (reference level: 0 dB) range is displayed.
FINE mode:Depending on the setting selected for the
setup menu item No.763 (METER SCALE)*, either the
j
24 to j
15 dB (reference level: j
20 dB/j
18 dB**) or
j
4 to i
5 dB (reference level: 0 dB) range is displayed
on a scale with 0.5 dB increments.
*  This menu is not displayed for AJ-HD1700E.
** j
20 dB is applied for AJ-HD1700P and j
18 dB is for AJ-HD1700E.
F6
F6
Parts and Their Functions
:
REMOTE buttons and RS-232C display
These  buttons  are  used  when  this  VTR  is  to  be
controlled  from  an  external  component  using  the
REMOTE, RS-232C or parallel connector.
9P:When  this  button  is  pressed  for  2  or  more
seconds,  its  LED  lights,  and  the  9-pin  REMOTE
connector is selected.
50P:When  this  button  is  pressed  for  2  or  more
seconds, its LED lights, and it is possible to control
the VTR from a unit which has been connected using
the 50-pin parallel mode connector.
RS-232C display:This LED lights when communi-
cation has been enabled between the VTR and the
unit  which  has  been  connected  to  the  RS-232C
connector.
;
AUTO OFF lamp
This lamp lights when a problem has occurred with
the  VTR’s  operation,  and  details  of  the  problem
appear on the time code display.
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LCD monitor
This  monitor  is  used  to  check  the  tape’s  playback
pictures and EE pictures.
When an HD tape is played back, the signals are down-
converted and displayed in the letter-box screen format.
When  an  SD  tape  is  played  back,  the  signals  are
displayed using a 4:3 aspect ratio.
On-screen menus can also be displayed on the monitor.
If the VTR is left in a state where no controls on the front
panel are operated or where the tape is not running, the
monitor  display  is  automatically  turned  off  in  order  to
protect  the  monitor.    When  the  next  VTR  operation  is
started, the monitor display comes back on.

Although the LCD monitor has been manufactured
using  technology  with  extremely  high  levels  of
precision, some pixels may be missing from parts of
the  screen  or  some  pixels  may  remain  lighted.
These missing or lighted pixels will not be recorded.
It  should  also  be  borne  in  mind  that  this  is  not
indicative of a malfunction.
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Function buttons
These buttons are used to perform the operations of
the  function  menus  (see  page  38  for  details)  and
setup menus.
: This is used to switch the pages of the current
function menu (  to  ).
to  :These are used to change the settings of
the setting items enclosed in the frame at the bottom of
the time code display.
To change a setting, keep pressing the corresponding
function  button  (  to  )  until  the  desired
numerical  value  appears;  alternatively,  press  the
corresponding function button to highlight the setting of
the setting item, and  then turn the ADJUST dial until
the desired numerical value is obtained.
F6F1
F6F1
F6F1
SHIFT 
						

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Front panel
>
Time code display
The  data,  VTR  status  information,  tape  format
information  or  warning  information  which
corresponds to the direct menu buttons @
appear
on  this  display.  (See  page  16  for  details  of  the
displays.)
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UNITY lamps
VIDEO UNITY lamp
This lights if the UNITY level applies for all the HD
or SD output levels.
AUDIO UNITY lamp
This lights if the UNITY level applies for the PCM
or CUE AUDIO input or output level.  (The lighting
of the lamp complies with the setting selected for
setup menu item No.142 (AUDIO UNITY).)
@
Direct menu buttons
These  buttons  are  used  to  switch  directly  to  the
function menus on the time code display.
HOME:The  most  basic  settings  of  recording,
playback and time code operations are selected
on this menu.
VIDEO:The basic input and output settings for the
video  signals  are  selected  on  this  menu.    The
level  of  the  HD  output  signals  can  also  be
adjusted on this screen.
AUDIO:The basic input and output settings for the
audio signals are selected on this menu.
PF1:This enables user-defined menu items to be
registered in the function keys.
PF2:This enables user-defined menu items to be
registered in the function keys.
TC:The  settings  related  to  the  time  code  are
selected on this menu.  Superimposing the time
code  on  the  display  can  also  be  set  on  this
screen.
Parts and Their Functions
POWEROFFON
HEADPHONES
PUSH
LOCKFULL
CH CONDITIONMONITORFULL/FINEREMOTELR9P50PRS-232CCH12 3 4 5 6 7 8CUE
XL/L/M-cassetteDo not insert S-cassette
without adapterEJECT
AUDIO CH SELECTSHIFTABC DEF GHI
JKL MNO PQRSPREVIEW/
REVIEWPRE-
ROLLA IN A OUT
HOME RF1 ASSEMADJUSTSHTL
REV FWDVA R JOG
STAND BYRECORDER INPUT CHECKPLAYER
SERVOEDIT PLAY REC
REW STOPFFREC INHIBIT
PUSH-INTERINSERT RF2
VIDEOUNITYTC CUE
AUDIOUNITYDIAG MENU
TRIMSET
INOUTAUTO
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@CUE:This enables up to 60 cue points to be set.  In
the PAGE mode, 10 pages with 6 cue points on
each page are provided so that the cue points can
be managed on a page-by-page basis.
DIAG:This enables the warnings and hour meter
displays to be checked.  On the SHIFT screen, the
error log files can be checked and deleted.
MENU:On  this  menu,  it  is  possible  to  transfer
operation  to  the  screen  on  which  operations
(adjustments and saving data in or loading it from
the internal memory and IC card) relating to the
SYSTEM and SETUP menus are to be performed.
See  page  38  and  following  for  further  details  on
each of the function menus.
A
ASSEM button
This button is used to perform assemble editing.
When  it  is  pressed,  the    menu
appears on the time code display.  Setting ASSEM
to ON using  enables assemble editing, and the
lamp of the ASSEM button lights.
Even after operation is transferred by another direct
menu, the assemble mode will remain established
while the ASSEM button lamp is lighted.
To release the assemble mode, select OFF as the
ASSEM  setting  on  the    menu.
The  ASSEM  button  lamp  now  goes  off  and  the
assemble mode is released.
B
INSERT button
This button is used to perform insert editing.
When it is pressed, the  menu appears
on the time code display, and the function menu for
selecting the signals to be edited is displayed.
To  select  the  signals  to  be  edited,  press  the
function  key,  and  highlight  the  display.    The
highlighted display indicates that those signals are
selected.
To release the selection, press the same function
key again.
Use  to  to select the V, A1, A2, A3, A4 and
CUE signals; use  +  to  to select the
A5, A6, A7, A8 and TC signals.
C
ADJUST dial
This is used for the menu and other operations.
F6F2SHIFT
F6F1
F1
F1