Professional Timecode DAT

Professional Timecode

working environments.

ith applications such as

to provide instant start, RAM scrub and RAM repeat with 1 ms accuracy for precision cueing with advanced jog/shuttle techniques. In addition, this facility has been utilised to provide the simulated vari-speed required to enable a linear DAT transport to perform the chase synchronisation offered when the optional 8335 timecode expansion board is fitted.
video post production, multimedia authoring, digital audio recording and broadcast technology merging closer each day, it has become even more important to choose studio solutions which can deliver in all And choosing a DAT machine is no exception.

INNOVATORS

Fostex - the true inventors of timecode DAT - not only pioneered transparent sub-code SMPTE/EBU timecode recording to the DAT format, but also engineered the
JOG/SHUTTLE WHEEL The large jog/shuttle wheel allows quick and accurate location to a desired point on the tape and precise stereo scrubbing.

TIMECODE

The 8335 board enables the D-15 to playback and assemble record externally generated timecode, as with the D-10, which is essentia for, say, spinning in timecoded audio program material to a digita audio editing system. Furthermore the 8335 board brings the D-15s new chase mode into its own by synchronising to external LTC when playing back with the option of referencing to externa Word, Video and AES/EBU.
mechanical and electronic solutions which make this possible. T oday this facility is commonplace but usually only on machines with professional price tags. T meet the versatile application o criteria now expected, Fostex have now engineered a DAT machine with comprehensive timecode
NUMERIC KEYPAD The numeric keypad allows for quick and easy entry of cue points and set-up information. The 100 memory locations displayed in A-TIME (or timecode when optional Model 8335 fitted), are therefore easily accessible.
features at a truly competitive price.
USABILITY THE FOSTEX D-15
Based on technology first seen in the market leading D-10, the D-15 features 8 Mbit of DRAM on-board Fostexs reputation for ergonomic design is enhanced in the D-15s clear and concise front panel which features a large multi-function
fluorescent display with 7 modes (5 different time scales plus nonhold and permanent) of peak metering, soft touch illuminated transport keys, a large jog/shuttle wheel and the logical layout other buttons and switches.
Essential professional features.
s Newly designed 4-motor transport for ultra-fast tape shuttling (120 minute tape in 60 seconds) s Full S-ID implementation including write and erase of S-ID, SKIP-ID and END-ID plus locate to S-ID, program number and user defined points (100 locations available) s Selectable reference levels: -12, -18 and -20dB with fine recording level adjustment on each channel s 18bit 64x oversampling A/D converter and 20bit 128x oversampling D/A converter s Front panel lock-out via software command prevents unauthorised access s D-SUB 37-pin parallel remote port provided as standard for optional controllers i.e. Fostex Model RMC-2 Remote Controller
8336 RS-422 SERIAL BOARD Complies to the RS-422 protocol with the exception of the vari-speed command enabling controllers to shuttle the D-15 to selected locations. The 8336 board must be used in conjunction with the 8335 timecode board. MODEL 8335 TIMECODE/SYNC BOARD This board allows the tape to playback L TC and assemble record externally generated timecode A-TIME can also be converted to L TC. Option of referencing externally to Word, Video or AES/EBU.

INTERFACING

The D-15 is equipped with a full compliment of all standard audio interfaces such as balanced +4dBu XLR I/Os and -10dBV RCA connectors as well as standards not often implemented on a machine in this class. AES/EBU and optical S/P-DIF are provided along with a 37-pin parallel interface for connection to cabled remote controls. Also a General Purpose Interface (GPI) is present - useful for remote and fader starts plus S-ID location - while the optional 8336 RS-422 board allows control of the machine via 9-pin protocol*.

SOLUTIONS

With such a comprehensive feature-set from a company with an unrivalled DAT pedigree, the D-15 is the perfect solutions machine.
* Except vari-pitch mode Requires 8335 board to be fitted

D-15 Specification

GENERAL Recording format IEC DAT Standard Part 1 IEC DAT Standard Part 5 (installed Model 8335) Recording T ape Number of channels Recording time Head composition Error correction Sampling frequency A/D converter D/A converter Quantisation De-emphasis Copy guard Power requirements Dimensions Weight MECHANICAL Motor construction T ape loading method Fast wind speed Fast wind time Search speed RAM RAM Search speed ELECTRICAL R/P frequency response 20Hz-20kHz S/N ratio Dynamic range T.H.D. Channel separation Wow & Flutter Reference record level INPUT/OUTPUT Analog audio input (balance) Connector Reference input level Input load impedance Connector Reference output level Load impedance XLR-3-31 type x 2 (pin No.2 = HOT) +4dBu 20k or more RCA pin type x 2 -10dBV 10k or more GPI OUT Connector More than 92dB More than 92dB Less than 0.05% (1kHz, +4dBu) More than 80dB (at 1kHz) Unmeasurable -20dB/-18dB/-12dB (selectable) (default : -12dB) GPI IN Connector 2DD 4Motors Tray method max. 180 times from normal speed Approx. 60 seconds (with 120 minute tape) 1/2, 1, 2, 3, 5, 9, 16 times 8 Mbit, 5sec. (48kHz max.) 0-1 times Digital Audio T ape Audio x minutes (with 120 minute tape) Cylinder 2 head, 30mm, 2000rpm Double Encoded Reed-Solomon code 48kHz, 44.1kHz 18bit delta 64 times over sampling 20bit delta 128 times over sampling 16 bit linear 50sec./15sec.(Play mode only) Not provided 120VAC 60Hz, 39W 230V 50/60Hz, 39W 482 (W) x 150 (H) x 371 (D) mm Approx. 9Kg Connector Load impedance Connector Load impedance Connector Format Connector Format Connector Output format Connector Output format
Analog audio output (balance) XLR-3-32 type x 2 (pin No.2 = HOT) +4dBu 600 or more RCA pin type x 2 -10dBV 10k or more XLR-3-31 type x 1 (Pin No.2 = HOT) IEC 958 part 3 (AES/EBU) Optical x 1 IEC 958 part 2 (S/P-DIF) XLR-3-32 type x 1 (Pin No.2 = HOT) IEC 958 part 3 (AES/EBU) Optical x 1 IEC 958 part 2 (S/P-DIF) RAM playback is not available Headphone output

Model 8335

TIMECODE/SYNC EXPANSION BOARD SMPTE/EBU 2Vp-p 0.25Vp-p 20k or more 1Vp-p 0.25Vp-p 10k or more 2Vp-p 600 or more 1Vp-p 600 or more BNC type x 1 TTL level 75 ON/OFF (switchable) BNC type x 1 TTL level 75 BNC type x 1 Composite 1Vp-p 75 ON/OFF (switchable) BNC type x 1 Direct output of Video input Format Ref. input level Minimum input level Input impedance Ref. input level Minimum input level Input impedance Ref. output level Optimum impedance Ref. input level Optimum impedance Word input Reference input level Input impedance Word output Reference input level Input impedance Video input Format Reference input level Input impedance Video thru Reference output level Time Code In (balanced) - Connector XLR-3-31 type x 1 Time Code In (unbalanced) - Connector RCA pin type x 1

Reference output level

Analog audio output (unbalance) Reference output level
AES/EBU Digital audio input
Time Code Out (balanced) - Connector XLR-3-32 type x 1
S/P-DIF Digital audio input
Time Code Out (unbalanced) - Connector RCA pin type x 1
EXTERNAL SYNC INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTORS
S/P-DIF Digital audio output
Connector Max. output level
6 Stereo phone jack x 1 100mW (at 32)
Output load impedance 8 or more EXTERNAL CONTROL CONNECTORS 37P Remote Connector Input Output D-SUB 37 pin type x 1 Parallel input (+5V, 4.7k, pull up) Parallel output (open collector, +5V, 47k, pull up) DIN 5 pin PNP type transistor input, low active (+5V, 4.7k pull up) Pin No. 1 GND Pin No.2 STOP Pin No.3 PLAY Pin No. 4 S.ID SEARCH>> Pin No. 5 S.ID SEARCH<< DIN 5 pin (Open collector, VCEO: 25V, Icmax: 25mA) Pin No. 1 GND, Pin No.2 EVENT 1 Pin No.3 EVENT 0, Pin No. 4 NC Pin No. 5 NC
POWER SUPPLY - Supplied from the D-15 main unit DC +5V, 100mA DC +15V, 50mA DC -15V, 50mA

Model 8336

RS-422 SERIAL EXPANSION BOARD RS-422 SONY 9 PIN protocol Controlled device Connector Transmission type Protocol Remote D-sub 9 pin x 1 POWER SUPPLY - Supplied from the D-15 main unit DC+5V, 10mA
Analog audio input (unbalance)
Distributor / Authorised D-15 Dealer
Fostex Corporation, 3-2-35 Musashino, Akishima, T okyo, Japan 196 T +81 (0)425-46-4974 Fax: +81 (0)425-46-9222 el:
In accordance with our policy of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications without notice. E&OE.
Shown fitted with optional Model 8335 and Model 8336

O.K (Illegal)

YES YES NO

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All Insertions On/Off, Shift Macro = BVB Mode On/Off Data Line On/Off Previous Data Next Data
1.3 Video Streamer Specific Macro's
Delete Current Cue, Shift Macro = Delete All Cues Delete All Cues
Feet: Change Insert to Feet
1.4 Other Non Specific Macro's
Local Time: Change Insert to Local Time
If The Record/Lock Flag is enabled on the Video Streamer then a Box will be inserted next to the timecode insert when the system is locked, a R will indicate when the system is in Record.
Record Out Enable: Auto record Review Manual Record Rehearse
1.5 ADR/Taker Specific Macros
Auto record: Shift Macro = Manual Record Rehearse: Shift Macro = Review Previous ID: When ADR Mode Active this becomes Previous Loop Next ID: When ADR Mode is Active this becomes Next Loop Previous Loop Next Loop
Join Loop, Keep Current In- time and change Out-Time to Next Out Time Insert Loop: Shift Macro: Delete Current Loop
These are multi-purpose keys that change their function dependant on various parameters, the logic used is as follows:[Shift] followed by [ID <<] or [ID >>] Display current in and out points [ID <<] or [ID >>] If Auto record/Rehearse/Man/Review active or Loop displayed then Previous/Next Loop Else-If Current machine is type DAT1 or DAT2 then :-Previous/Next ID Else-If VARI-PLAY/Slow-motion is active then:- Reduce/Increase speed Else-If Doremi V1 Previous/Next Segment Else-If Sondor then adjust focus +/Else Previous/Next Mark point
1.6 ID << / ID >>

2 RECORD READY KEY'S

The Record Ready keys operate in three different ways as defined in Root | Unit | Record | Menu 7: Track Arm Keys The four Settings are defined as follows:-
2.1.1 0= System Record Ready
The Record Ready keys may access any track on any machine controlled (Maximum 4) the bank key controls access to a maximum of 48 tracks. The number of banks is set by the setup menu.
2.1.2 1= Machine Record Ready
The Record ready keys control the currently selected machine only, the bank key allows access the tracks available on the currently selected machine.
2.1.3 2= Record Enabled Machine Ready

CB Electronics SR-TECH

The record ready keys are assigned to the last record enabled machine selected. 12 October 2010 12

2.1.4 3= Macro

The record ready keys are assigned by macro keys as follows Macro 103.107: Ports A.E Macro 176: System Record The System ready bank key is used to access all the system record ready switches using the first eight record ready switches as follows:-

3.1.1 Audio Machines

Audio machines that have RS422 control will normally have built in synchroniser. These machines are often optimised using the built in synchroniser, the RS422 control can be very basic. When controlling a machine with a built in synchroniser the user has two choices. 1) Use the machine synchroniser: connect both the RS422 and timecode output of the SR to the timecode input of the machine. 2) Use the SR synchroniser: connect the RS422 only to the machine Provided that the machine supports the appropriate commands the operation will be identical. In installations where only the RS422 connection is possible then the SR synchroniser must be used. Where the machine synchroniser is used it is preferable to use the timecode output of the SR. This will enable the operator to change the master machine without changing the timecode feed to the slave machines and allow group locates when selected. The SR internal sync routines provide the user with a number of menu selections options and controls, these are described in section 10.43. A single global setting (10.12 Use Master Timecode) will determine the use of Machine or SR synchroniser when a machine is initially connected.
Every RS422 connector has both input and output connections, the Sony manual describes Controlling and Controlled devices. To simplify this we normally talk about RS422 inputs (Controlled Devices) and RS422 outputs (Controlling devices). The Controlling device (Editor, Synchroniser.) has an RS422 output, the controlled device (Machine) has an RS422 input. To complicate matters the connectors on both controlling (output) and controlled (input) devices are nearly always a female. Some RS422 connections (SSL, CB SR port A, Akai, Avid, DAR.) can be software switched between outputs (controlling) and inputs (Machine emulation). With these machines care must be taken with the connecting cable to ensure that Tx (Transmit) is connected to Rx (Receive). The options are as follows:-
3.2 RS422 Inputs & Outputs
3.2.1 Switch the Rx and Tx connections automatically:- Akai 3.2.2 Switch the Rx and Tx connections with Links:- CB SR-4/3 3.2.3 Provide special Machine emulation cables:- Avid 3.2.4 Require a Tx-Rx Invert cable: SSL, DAR
Port A on the SR may be configured as an Input or as an Output in software. as follows:1) Select Root | Unit | Generic | Menu 31: Serial A Type and select type 1= Input. 2) Either use a TX-Rx invert cable to connect to port A where the 4 internal links are configured as a SR-4 (Vertical to back panel), or Change the 4 internal links on Port A to be parallel to the back panel as per the diagram at the end of this manual. Once configured as an input the following changes are made to the unit. 1) The controller connected to port A will control the currently selected master (B, C, D). 2) Key [A] will become a local Switch, when the LED is illuminated this will disable control from port A.

3.3 SR-3 Port A / SR-24 & RM-6 Port E

3.3.1 Self Test

To check that port A/E is correctly configured as an input connect a machine to port B, configure as a master ([Shift} followed by [B]) and connect port A to port C (Use a Tx-Rx Invert cable if required). The machine on Port B may be then be controlled from either B or C on the SR-4. Note that when LED A is illuminated Local will be displayed when C is selected.
4 MACHINE INTERFACE DETAILS
These notes are included for reference, they include some machine setup details and some SR Setup details, if the machine is correctly identified by the SR then there should be no need to change the setup unless the machine software has changed significantly.

4.1 FOSTEX D-10

CHASE The D-10 has no chase capability and must be used as a master only. VIDEO SYNCS The D-10 does not resolve to video syncs, it may only be used in systems with slaves that will chase timecode. The D-10 is not recommended for video applications, if used as a master to a video machine then the lock will be +/- 1 frame. MACHINE TYPE DAT-1: Assemble record only audio + timecode, Returns A1, A2, A3 record ready at all times. Record ready keys are not normally required. The SR & MR remotes check that either A1, A2 or A3 record ready enables are active as record enables for the D10. EDIT-ON The D-10 ignores the Edit-On command, A Record-On command must be sent to enter Record! Enable Record-On instead of Edit-On command in the interface setup. TIMECODE GENERATOR The D-10 has no internal timecode generator, because of this it is recommended that great care should be taken when formatting DAT's. The Timecode generator must be referenced to video and the D-10 must be referenced to word clock derived from the same video syncs. DEVICE ID Returns the FOSTEX generic ID only

4.2 FOSTEX D-20

D20 D20B

4.3 FOSTEX D-25

Record Enable 1) Record enables A1, A2, A3, or assemble 2) Via the RS-422 it is possible to record on individual tracks, to enable on the SR/MR Set IFACE|General|Machine Type to 4= Dat2 RECORD TALLY BUG The D-25 record tallies only appear on D1, D2 not on A1, A2, or A3. Timer-1 Bug Timer 1 position request reports timecode not timer. Offset Command Bug 1) Offset commands cancel locates Select-EE Status Bug No Select-EE tally Chase Command Bug Does not support Chase until locked command THIS MACHINE WILL NOT LOCK TO PULL-UP/DOWN CODE VTR Emulation 000 FOSTEX 001 PCM-PCM-BVU-BVU-BVU-800

T4.09 SONY PCM-3324S/PCM-3348
External Word Clock When running to external word clock Programable Play will not work, Root | IFace | Chase | Menu 62: Slew Command should be changed to 0= Vari-P, 2= Prog-P, or 3= V->PP cannot be used. As the 3324 is no longer locking to the video frame edge
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Internal Synchroniser Free Mode/Address Mode The internal synchroniser may only be used in Free Mode when using external word clock. In this mode the synchroniser will lock and release to external wordclock.
VARIPLAY To slave a Betacam machine variplay must be ENABLED

4.8 SONY BETACAM

VARIPLAY RANGE To slave a Betacam in both forward and reverse, menu 301 Variplay Range for Synchronization on the Betacam should be set to -1.3 ~ +2.3. When shipped this menu cannot be selected, The System Setup Menu Select switch (S106 on machine tested) on the SY-61A system board must be on to allow access to this menu.

4.9 Sony DVW-A500P

Digital Betacam LOCATE The A500 may be set in menu to Stop or Still at the end of a locate, this must be set to Still so that you may see the picture after a locate or when a slave. Menu 401 "After Cue -> Still" EE The A500 does not respond to Full-EE ON or Full-EE OFF commands. The EE Flag in the status is not valid. Machine ID This may be set in maintenance mode to be different machines for different editors. Hold menu key down so that customise menu is enabled. Jog to the end, then hold the play key down and jog to F16 D-Type Modi and enable. Exit and re-enable the SETUP-1 Menu. use the JOG and PLAY keys at the end to access menu F-1T4. Tracks 1.4 are Digital audio record Track 49 or 50 are both cue Track 51 is timecode

4.10 Sony 7040 2.+

7040 Setup Gen Out Regen NO Sync Record Enable = ON Other settings should be the same as the 7030 The machine ID of the 7040 may be changed on S302 which is an DIL 8 switch located at the rear left of the unit as follows S302-3 S302-4 Device Type OFF OFF 7030 ON OFF 7050 OFF ON 7040 ON ON 7040
4.11 SONY PCM7030 5.1 Revision T110
PNO RECORD Auto increment PNO numbers in Assemble ONLY REHEARSE If Root|Iface|Record|Menu 46: Command Reenforce is set to 2= Track Arm or 3= Both then Rehearse will not operate correctly it will switch once per second between input and tape! AUDIO RECORD ENABLE Audio 1 & 2 Record enable on D1 or D2 only. Stereo record only. SUB CODE RECORD ENABLE To record in the SUB CODE enable A3 CHASE SWITCH For the Chase Enable/Disable to work correctly on the RS422 remote select the following in the 7030 menu:RE-CHASE ON 1 * Chase mode function CHASE AU PLAY * Selects playback audio timing CHASE-S ON * Use Chase switch to turn chase ON, Stop Switch to turn OFF May be causing problems with record drop out? solved by using:- Chase On/Off Edit Off will cause the 7030 to drop out of CHASE if it is in record, but not if it is in PLAY!. The solution is to send a PLAY command to drop out of Record! (Iface | Record | Menu 45, Record Command 1= RECORD / PLAY, this unfortunately stops the machine from dropping out of input monitor after a rehearse. 7030 revision 5.1 does not have this problem! A consequence of this is that the Rehearse will not work correctly. If you need the Rehearse function to work correctly then you must use the SR/MR synchroniser and select EDIT ON/OFF. Note *= Factory Preset, != change from factory preset SUGGESTED SETUP Chase Type 0 or 4 Start Delay 5 frames Park Offset 1 Second Attempts 4 Acceptable error 1 Locate Speed 2= MED Slew command 2= Prog Play Record Command 1= Record / Play Chase Edit On For Wide Varispeed Operation Eg 4% Pull Up/Pull Down Enable External Word Clock 'Sync Ext' MAIN MENU Sync err Off Sync Pb Disable

The following commands are not implemented:1) Vari-play, Shuttle, Jog 2) Set Offset The following tallies are not implemented:1) Local

DAR OMR-8

2) Record tallies, if changed at the machine 3) Response to command request track ready status (02) CHASE Chase 0=Cmd must be used, offset must be set on the machine.

AKAI DR-8

ID Request always reports as a BVW-75 FILM machine, Now switchable to DR-8 or BVW-7T1 POSITION REQUEST: Use 0= LTC or 3= LTC+VITC, Do Not use 4= L+V+T! TRACK ENABLES are invalid if changed during record. The serial port reports correctly but the tracks are not enabled on the machine. TRACK ENABLES are only possible when SYNC is enabled, track selection when the LTC input is enabled requires that the DR-8 is chasing an external source of timecode (SYNC ON). To use this machine as a stand alone recorder then the LTC input should be switched off. TRACK ENABLE TALLIES are not updated to the serial port unless the SYNC is enabled. The SET OFFSET command is not implemented on the serial port. The CHASE command is not implemented on the serial port. TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE LTC 1) Sub Menu, Select SYNC, display should read SMPTE-LTC, if not use inner jog wheel 2) Press STORE/ENTER, display should read LTC OFF, if not rotate outer jog wheel. Press STORE/ENTER to confirm selection. To ENABLE and SELECT the MODE off the SERIAL port 1) Sub Menu, Select SYNC, display should read RS422-MC, if not use inner jog wheel 2) Press STORE/ENTER, display should read FULL SLAVE, if not rotate outer jog wheel. Press STORE/ENTER to confirm selection. 3) Display should now show EBU 25F or desired frame standard, if not use outer jog wheel. Press STORE/ENTER to confirm selection The SYNC key may now be used to Enable/Disable the communications. TRACK MAPPING To enable the record track selects 1) SUB MENU, SET UP The display should read RS422, if not use the inner jog wheel to select RS422. 2) Press STORE/ENTER, use the inner jog wheel until the display shows TRACK MAP 3) Press STORE/ENTER, use the inner jog to display DIG->ON if the display shows DIG->OFF use the outer jog wheel to position the cursor under OFF, then use the inner jog wheel to change to ON. 4) Press STORE/ENTER to confirm selection.

Akai DD-8 V1.01

COMMS BUG The Akai will not answer comms for several frames when starting and dropping in and out of record STATIONARY CODE Stationary Code causes, the unit to occasionally drop out of Chase DD8 RS422 SETUP 1) Select RS422 Menu page SYSTEM : F6 MORE : F2 REMOTE : F2 RS422 2) Select FULL SLAVE MODE : Set Mode using DATA+/- to FULL SLAVE 3) Select RS422 ID F2 ID : Set RS422 ID using DATA+/- to DD8 4) Set Edit Delay F3 DELAY : Set Edit Delay to 2 frames(minimum) using DATA+/5) Set Track Arm F4 TRACK ASSIGN : Set A1.A4 OFF and DIGI ON using F1.F5 and DATA+/- keys 6) F6 EXIT : SYSTEM Then chose to save with Project or in Flash Rom 7) Set track Mode RECORD : F2 Setup : F5 Punch : Punch Mode : using DATA +/- Set to TRACK KEYS DD8 Track arm Indication Select RECORD on Keys below the Track Keys, Enable then Disable 9/Sync to enable 9-pin control DD8 RS422 Remote Enable To use the Remote enable you must set 'EXT TC' in SETUP/SYNC page to 'NONE' - otherwise this switch is used as the timecode chase on/off switch. Enable 9/SYNC You should now have transport control and track arm. To CHASE using the DD8 Synchroniser DD8 1) SYSTEM 2) F2 SYNC:- Ext timecode source : select type using DATA+/3) F6 EXIT : SYSTEM Then chose to save with Project or in Flash Rom SR Setup | ROOT | IFace | Chase Type 0= CMD To CHASE using the SR Synchroniser DD8 1) SYSTEM 2) F2 SYNC:- Ext timecode source : select NONE using DATA+/3) F6 EXIT : SYSTEM Then chose to save with Project or in Flash Rom SR 1) Setup | ROOT | IFace | Chase Type 5= CMD 2) Start up Delay = 1 3) Park Offset * 5 frms = 2 4) Attempts for ZERO error = 2 5) Acceptable Error = 2 6) Locate Speed = 0 TLESS 7) Slew Command Type = 2 Prog Play 8) Play+Lock before Variplay = 1 If the SR loses control of the DD8 toggle the 9/SYNC key on the DD8 Version 1.05 with GPIO card 1) Serial track arming and tallies do not work! The DD8 loses communication for a frame after receiving the chase command To enable remove System > sync> set external time source to None then enab;e SYNC to enable CB Electronics SR-TECH 12 October 2010 36

SSL G Series Computer (4K/5K)
1) Connections 1) Connect S29 on RM-6 Hub to 'Multitrack' under patch on SSL Console (25 'D' Male - 25 'D' Female). 2) Connect Timecode out from RM-6 Hub to Master Timecode input on SSL (S113). 3) Connect Sway ribbon cable (Maximum Length 2 meters) between SSL computer '78' Card Port 2 and RM-6 Hub 2) SSL Setup 1) Type SSL Execute, the keyboard prompt should disappear, type the access code BERNOULLI, this will not be displayed but the keyboard prompt should re-appear 2) Type Setup Execute and "Do you want to see more" should be displayed 3) Type # and set the following Synchroniser type : 3 Master Transport Selector : YES 4) End End 5) Setup Execute 6) SSL Display's "Do you want to see more?" type "Y" to enter Engineer menu page. 7) S for Session and set "Using VITC" to YES this will enable the SSL to read stationary timecode. 8) End, End 9) SSL Display's "Do you want to see more?" type "M" to enter Maintenance menu page. 10) Type "T" to select tape machine. 11) Select a spare tape machine position and type "Delete", answer Y 12) Type in name (EG. SR-24 25FPS) followed by "Execute" and enter details as follows:The Tach and Direction parameters will be constant as follows:Forward direction sense (L/H) : HIGH Multiple Play speeds : NO Pulses/Second at std speed: 25 fps EBU timecode, 5 pulses per second 30 fps SMPTE timecode, 6 pulses per second Target Window : 0.0 Orop Out Command Type : 1 Drop In Command Type : 1 Time for Startup : 1.20 Time to be sure tape stopped : 1.10 The other auto-locate parameters will depend on the machine to be controlled 13) End 14) Type the "SYNC" key to enter Sync Menu Page 15) Type the "Setup" key to enter machine setup page and enter your machine name and select the Menu No. 16) End 17) Type I to select the interface menu Z8 interface No. : 2 18) End 19) Type the "SYNC" key to select the synchroniser options menu and set Maximum number of masters : 5 Offsets may be read from synchronizer : YES Single Machine Mode : NO Timecode Generation : YES/NO Dependant on Machine 20) End End
3) 1) 2) 3) 4) 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7)
SSL Display Use the Large/Small key, or use sync execute to view the machine page The Down cursor key switches between Position & Time to Sync The Left or Right Cursor keys switch between Mark & Offset SSL Commands AM{Execute} Sets Port-A as the Master SYNC ON Enable synchroniser Offsets:- use A at 00:00:00:00, B at 01:00:00:00 Locate C goto 00:00:00:00 Execute ABC Setup Execute :- Toggle machine selection machines ABC Sub frame offsets :- B* 00 Execute Request Subframe offset :- B*? Execute

Tascam MX-2424 Using P2 on remote Port Software 2.XX or Later
Notes Version 3.01 1) Accepts Rehearse command but gives RECORD Tally! 2) Arming Digital tracks 1-4 tallies on Analog tracks 1-4. 3) Tascam ID = MMR-8 (8 Track) ID, requires non-standard request, now implemented. 4) 20 frame (25 frame SMPTE) park ahead when chase enabled 5) If Sample lock is flashing (No video Ref) then the track arming will not work from the remote but will work from the front panel. 6) No Lock Tally in Play, unless chasing to timecode 7) Does not accept Vari-play or Programable Play commands SR/MR Setup 1) Root|IFACE|Chase| Menu 53:- Chase Type 0= CMD Using Chase type 5 locks in reverse play but not forward play! 2) Root|IFACE|Record| Menu 42:- Record Tracks 4=24 MX 2424 Setup Menu 000 Control Mode = *Timecode Chase Menu 001 Frame reference = * Video Menu 004 Timecode Type Menu 340 Remote Assign = *P2 In Menu 360 P2 Device = *Tascam MX-2424 Menu 361 P2 Track Arm = *Digital AudioMenu 362 P2 Punch Delay = *3 frames Menu 364 P2 Chase Control = *Ensbled: LTC Software (3.XX or Later) Menu 900 Store Settings = *User Default : SAVE

Machine Control Function

Tascam Software Comparison
2.11 P2 via Remote Yes No Yes Yes Yes No -3.01 Beta P2 via Remote Yes No Yes Yes (Menu 364) Yes (Menu 364) No -P2MMC 2.11 & 3.01
24 Track Arm Capstan Lock Tally Play Capstan Lock Tally Chase Chase to Timecode On/Off Set Offset Video Editor (Chase using Vari-Play) P2 Position Error (Request Middle of Frame) P2 Position Error (Request Start of Frame)

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Tascam DA-78HR
1) Use with Midi Protocol and internal chase synchroniser only (section 4.50). 2) The DA-78HR will lock to MTC or LTC.

1): 2): 3): 4): 5):

JVC CR-600U
Will not Respond to two byte Jog/Shuttle commands Play tally always active when tape in contact with head Does not respond to offset status request Device ID = BVU800 Hours Bit 7 set if negative timer

Panasonic AG-DS850

1) Status bytes offset 0B,0C & 0D all respond as $FF

360 Systems TCR-4, TCR-8

Use the Native protocol: The native serial protocol is enabled by pressing Menu, then 0 for Setup, 3 for External Control, and 1 for RS 422 Emulation. Use the Jog wheel to dial this to TCR NATIVE MODE, and press Enter. Press Stop to return to normal operation.

SONY DMX-R100

This Console has 3 RS-422 ports, 1 input and 2 Outputs (Out 1 & Out 2) It also has Midi In/Out/Through and MTC connections) You Can select one of 6 Machines using Out 1,2 or Midi. To Assign A Machine to a Port 1) select Machine Control on the Touch Screen 2) The virtual key labled NC below the Virtual Machine key is used to select the output port. LTC or MTC must be provided for the Automation. FWD and RWD keys issue Fast Forward And Fast Rewind and not Shuttle commands and follow these tallies when the Machine control display is enabled.
Bug This unit does not report servo lock when in play Device ID: BVW-40

FEG Prima-SY2

This Synchroniser may be used in its Sony P2 Emulation Mode
Harrison Series 12 and MPC
The Harrison automation can use either a timecode feed via the Harrison Timecode Reader or a Serial timecode feed from a SR/MR System. Timecode Link If timecode is used as the link to the automation then the WACT Transistion table will only work from Stop to Play or Play to Stop. The Locked Play only (Timecode-2) output should be used (Timecode & GPI/O 25'D' pins 10 & 12, Ground pin 11) as the Harrison automation is confused by stationary timecode. Serial Link When Serial-E on the SR/MR Controller is specified as a Harrison Serial Link it may be used in place of the Harrison Timecode Reader. This connection is made to 'High Speed 2' on the video drawer. See table T5.09 for the connection details. In this mode the WACT Transistion table is avialable in all transitions. To check memory usage connect a terminal to 'low speed' 25 pin 'D' on the video drawer. setup terminal for 38K4, N, 8, pin D Male on Cable -- 9 pin D male on cable 1= 2= RxD+ 7 3= TxD+ 3 14= RxD- 2 15= TxD- 8 Note: This is a RS422 connection Recordist Softkeys The Harrison console has opto isolated inputs for four recordist soft keys, these may be used for special functions ie Man On and Man Off. These inputs are active edge triggered. Connections to the Monitor Logic input (J18 Logic Input 25 pin D) are as follows External Mute 1 Low= 1, High= 14 External Mute 2 Low= 16, High= 3 External Dim Low= 5, High= 17 Slate Low= 19, High= 6 Recordist Soft key 1 Low= 8, High= 20 Recordist Soft key 2 Low= 22, High= 9 Recordist Soft key 3 Low= 11, High= 23 Recordist Soft key 4 Low= 25, High= 12 Open collector outputs are also available (J17 Logic Output 25 pin D) as follows Mute 14 Mute 2 Dim 3 Dim 16 Ground 1,4,7,10,13,15,18,21 or 24

SSL Menu

4.103.7

SSL Setup

SSL Execute The prompt should disappear, enter the password 'BERNOULLI' EXECUTE After the cryptic comment SETUP Execute You should then see 'Do you Want to see more?' Enter # Execute On the SSL setup page select Synchroniser Controller 3 Master Transport Selector YES Then exit END You should then see Restart system BEGIN Execute 'Do you want to see more?'
Once the system has restarted
You need to set several menu's correctly, you can access all of these from the setup page. The descriptions below assume that you have returned to the normal operating screen after each access.

4.103.8

Synchroniser Page
SET UP Execute You should then see 'Do you Want to see more?'Y For the Engineer menu SYNC For the Synchroniser page CB Electronics SR-TECH 12 October 2010 92
` Synchroniser in use YES Resolve Master Machine YES Slow Lock Mode NO Group Locates YES End End

4.103.9

Session Page
SET UP You should then see 'Do you Want to see more?'Y For the Engineer menu S For the Session Page Timecode Frames per Second ?? Using VITC NO Runup (Pre-roll) ?.?? End

4.103.10

Synchroniser Interface
SET UP You should then see 'Do you Want to see more?'M SYNC I Z8 interface no. 2 This determines the hardware port number and may be 1, 2, or 3. 2 is the centre 26 way connector on the 82E78 card

4.103.11

SET UP SYNC

Synchroniser Setup

You should then see 'Do you Want to see more?'M Maximum number of masters 5 Offsets may be read from synchroniser YES Single Machine Mode YES Timecode Generation YES
Note: On SR systems you can have 5 master machines, on MR systems you can only have 3 master machines. On the MR system you can control up to 16 machines individually or as part of the Master Group.

4.103.12

SET UP M T

Machine Setup

Select machine number 15 for PAL or 16 for NTSC
The parameters for the RM-6 machine must be set as follows Note: The tach is generated by the RM-6 the Direction sense and tach rate are always the same. If you are using both PAL and NTSC you will need to define two versions. Autolocate type 3 Autolocate decision interval 0.12 Forward direction sense LOW CB Electronics SR-TECH 12 October 2010 93
Muti play speeds NO Pulses/second at std speed 25(PAL) OR 30(NTSC) Target Window 0.00 Drop out command type 1 Drop in command type 1 Time for machine to start up 1.02 Time before sure tape stopped 1.01 Pessimism factor (fwd) 800 Pessimism factor (bkwd) 800 Short locate time (secs) 0 Max stopping distance 1 Frames to stop from play 0.05 Frame jog card fitted NO Only the items highlighted are used by the SSL as in sync on mode locates are performed by the

8.5 ENTERING A OFFSET

8.6 TRIMMING A OFFSET
8.7 ENTERING A NEGATIVE OFFSET
8.8 SR/MR TIMECODE GENERATOR OUTPUTS

8.9 Some Common Terms

8.9.1 Virtual Master / Perfect Machine
CB Electronics When a timecode Genearor is used as the master and all machines are slaved to the generator the term Virtusl Master of Perfect Machine is often used. The main advantage of the Virtual master is that it lockes SR-TECH 12 October 2010
` instanstly when entering play. The disadvantage of a erfect master system is that all machines must be slaves.

8.9.2 Group Locates

When locating a number of machines there are two choices, either they can locate individually or they can all chase the current master machine. The main advantage of group locates is that locates are faster because the 'chasing machines do no have to wait until the master has cued.
9 Video Streamer (VS-1) Interface
1) 2) The time taken by the wipe is calculated as Beats*60/BPM. The Record/Lock display is enabled/disabled on the streamer by Mode | 5 | 5 | 4

9.1 Video Streamer Setup

The Wipe length must be stored in keyboard memory Shift-9 in seconds and frames. Wipes will be triggered to finish at the record in point and keyboard memory-9. The VS-1 connects to the SR system via the GP Outputs and the master timecode output. The GP outputs on the SR are active High, the VS-1 has active low opto-isolator inputs. Diagram SR-VS1 shows a suitable interface circuit. The VS-1 is connected to the MR-BUS Serial A and B are connected in parallel so that you may link the bus to other units. Note. The streamer will be activated on all cue points stored in its memory after the current in point.

9.2 SR Wipe-length Setup

9.3 Video Streamer Interface to the SR System
9.4 Video Streamer Interface to the MR System
10 External Connections 10.1 SR-3, SR-4 AND SR-424 Connections
SR-3 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Video Ref.

Timecode and GPI In/Out 1

1 SERIAL I/P

1 SERIAL O/P
SR-4 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
10.2 SR-24 and SR-32 Connections
SR-PORT DISPLAY UNIT REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 50mm
POWER 12-24v VIDEO REF IN Made in England

Serial No.

TCG + TCR + GPI 1

SERIAL O/P A 1

SERIAL O/P B 1

SERIAL O/P C 1

SERIAL O/P D 1

KEYBOARD

SR-24A 6 PORT DISPLAY UNIT - REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

POWER 12-24v

VIDEO REF IN Made in England

SR-5 S29 REMOTE

TCG + TCR + GPI 1 SERIAL O/P A 1 SERIAL O/P B 1 SERIAL O/P C 1 SERIAL I/P E SERIAL I/P F 1 SERIAL O/P D 1 Serial No. 1
Note: Serial Ports A.D and connected as Outputs, E & F as Inputs
Note Serial Ports A,,D are connected as Outputs, E&F as Inputs

REMOTE

LAMP COMMON SWITCH COMMON REWIND SWITCH REWIND LAMP FWD SWITCH FWD LAMP STOP SWITCH STOP LAMP PLAY SWITCH PLAY LAMP RVS PLY SW RVS PLY LP RECORD SWITCH RECORD LAMP TACHO COMMON TACHO PULSE DIR COMMON DIRECTION 13
REWIND FWD WIND STOP PLAY RVS PLAY RECORD
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RM-6 HUB

100-240v 50-60Hz 0.6A 31-45VA PLAY T/C Master T/C T/C INPUT PUSH Timecode and GP In/Out 1 S29 REMOTE 1 PARALLEL KEYBOARD

1 Serial No. 3

10.3 RM-6 Connections

Made in England

F-KEYBOARD

RM-2 Video Slave

100-240v 50-60Hz 0.6A 31-45VA PLAY T/C Master T/C T/C INPUT PUSH Timecode and GP In/Out S29 REMOTE PARALLEL KEYBOARD

Xmc Hub

100-240v 50-60Hz 0.6A 31-45VA PLAY T/C Master T/C T/C INPUT Timecode and GP In/Out S29 REMOTE PARALLEL KEYBOARD

Serial No. 1 1

10.4 Typical RM-6 Systems

RM-6-4 with RM-FP

RM-6 A CONSOLE E B F

A B C D

SR-4 DAW

RM-6-424 with RM-FP

SR-424 DAW
RM-6 with two Remotes and CBServer Software

RM-6 A

CB Electronics Windows Software Suite 2 LINE 40 8mm DISPLAY CHARACTER

2 LINE 40 8mm DISPLAY

CHARACTER

SR-24 SR-24 DAW

RM-6 with CB Server and Console Remote

RM-6 F

CB Electronics Windows Software Suite

CONSOLE

10.6 Link positions for SR-3 and SR-4

SERIAL D

SERIAL C

SERIAL B B R

SERIAL A

PARALLEL

LK7 LK5 LK8
LCD1 EXPANSION + LCD2 LCD CONTRAST

SR2X, SR4

PIN 33 NOT CONNECTED

KEYBOARD *JPSR4 SR24

U17 EPROM 6809

RAM 6264/62256

RAM *JP6264 62256

U25 RDR

U27 GEN

LK3 J9 LK4

JP1 LK6 1

LK5 LK8 LK7

FUSE LCD1 EXPANSION + LCD2

LCD CONTRAST

RAM 6264/U25 RDR
10.7 Link positions for RM-6

10.7.1 How To Open RM-6

To Open the RM-6 for access, Remove the Top screw front and back on one side, Losen the bottom screws on the same side, rotate the side outwards by approx 20 degrees. Remove the screw in the center of the Lid and lift off the top panel. Note: when replacing the screws rotate anti-clockwise until a click is felt, then clockwise. In this way the screw uses the same thread.
10.8 RM-6, RM-2 (Video Slave) and Xmc Hub Connections
10.9 S29 Parallel remote Connections (RM-6, SR-24A & SR-32 Only)

DIODES 1N5

I REPLAY
EXTERNAL LAMP +v SUPPLY 0v 5-24v 20 External Internal
1 INTERNAL LAMP COMMON (+5v) SWITCH COMMON REWIND SWITCH REWIND LAMP FWD SWITCH FWD LAMP STOP SWITCH STOP LAMP PLAY SWITCH PLAY LAMP RVS PLY SW RVS PLY LP RECORD SWITCH RECORD LAMP 13
F RVS F FWD STOP PLAY RVSPLAY

RECORD

REC ON REC OFF
INSTANT REPLAY AGAIN RECORD
< < < 10.10 SR-4, SR-5 GPI Connections
SR TIMECODE AND GP INPUTS & OUTPUTS
T/C I/P T/C O/P GPO SHIFT-1 T/C O/P Locked Play only LATEST VERSION ONLY RECORD UNIT:GENERIC:MENU 27 GP OUTPUT 3 U? 0, 1 = MUTE ULN9 LOCK MUTE RECORD IN GPO SHIFT-2 RECORD OUT GPO SHIFT-3

> > >

0 = GPO
UNIT:GENERIC:MENU 29 GP OUTPUTS 4, 5, 6

STREAMER

1 = REC
J? 13 DB25 TIMECODE I/P + TIMECODE I/P GROUND TIMECODE O/P 1+ TIMECODE O/P 1GP INPUT 5 GP INPUT 6 GP OUTPUT 1 (RECORD) GP OUTPUT 2 (ALL LOCK) GP OUTPUT 3 (RED LIGHT/MUTE) GP OUTPUT 4 GP OUTPUT 5 GP OUTPUT 6 GP INPUT 1 GP INPUT 2 GP INPUT 3 GP INPUT 4 TIMECODE O/P 2+ TIMECODE O/P 2REGULATED +5v GROUND UNREGULATE +18v GROUND UNREGULATE +18v GROUND

2 = RED LIGHT

RED LIGHT AUTO OFF ON MACRO 144
RS 10 AMP ZERO CROSS TURN ON SOLID STATE RELAY 346-895

4(-) 3(+) 1

RED LIGHT

240 VOLTS AC

SPARE I/P

RECORD OFF RECORD ON

DIN RAIL HEAT SINK IF REQUIRED 659-927
STOP PLAY RVS PLAY FAST REWIND RemoteControl Inputs FAST FORWARD

INSTANT REPLAY AGAIN

POWER SUPPLY
POWER SUPPLY INPUT USING THE 25 'D'
10.11 RM-6N GPI Connections
RM-6 GP INPUTS & OUTPUTS
GPO SHIFT-1 RECORD IN RECORD UNIT:GENERIC:MENU 27 GP OUTPUT 3 LOCK MUTE

GPO SHIFT-2 RECORD OUT

GPO SHIFT-3

0, 1 = MUTE

J? 13 DB25 TIMECODE I/P + TIMECODE I/P GROUND TIMECODE O/P 1+ TIMECODE O/P 1GP INPUT 5 GP INPUT 6 GP OUTPUT 1 (RECORD) GP OUTPUT 2 (ALL LOCK) GP OUTPUT 3 (RED LIGHT/MUTE) GP OUTPUT 4 GP OUTPUT 5 GP OUTPUT 6 GP INPUT 1 GP INPUT 2 GP INPUT 3 GP INPUT 4 TIMECODE O/P 2+ TIMECODE O/P 2FUSED +5v GROUND UNFUSED +5v GROUND UNFUSED +5v GROUND

AUTO OFF ON MACRO 144