Owner`s manual

nanoFlash FAQs
10-Apr-10 ©Convergent Design, Inc. Page 22 of 42
92. What is the file naming convention used in nanoFlash?
File Names are 8 character name + 3 character extension (.MOV/.MXF/.MPG)
File name = XXYYYZZ
XX = Camera ID or Unit ID, Set by the user
YYY = Clip Number (which increments with each record session)
ZZZ = File Number (which increments automatically across 4GB boundaries)
The Clip Number is remembered, even if the nanoFlash is powered down.
The File Number always starts with 001 for each new clip.
Note: Our file naming convention is very appropriate as files loaded into a folder will
automatically sort into a useful order: By camera, then in ascending order. This makes
“dragging and dropping” a group of files to the timeline very easy.
93. How will the nanoFlash respond if I lose the HD/SD-SDI or HDMI source during
record?
The nanoFlash will simply close the current clip, wait for the video input to become valid
and then restart recording by opening a new clip.
94. What happens if I lose power during a record session?
Currently, the last file (a sub-clip) will be corrupted and thus will be lost. During a long
recording session, the overall recording is broken down into files (sub-clips), each under
4 Gigabytes each. Only the last sub-clip will be corrupted. You can also reduce the
Max File Size to further minimize losses.
95. Can I lock out the keypad during recording (backpack usage)?
Yes, if you select the remote control trigger, the keypad is locked-out during a record
session. You can also disconnect the remote cable during a record, if desired.
96. Does nanoFlash have a record review option?
A record review function, which will play back the last 10 seconds of video after a record
session is complete, is planned in a future firmware update.
97. Can I delete the last clip?
Yes, please see owner’s manual for details.
98. Can you explain the usage in Digital Signage / Presentations?
nanoFlash offers two distinct operating modes for digital signage / presentations
Single-Channel, Multi-Display using HDMI to Consumer Display
Single-Channel, Multi-Display using HD/SD-SDI to Professional Display
Single-Channel, Multi-Display Using HDMI
nanoFlash can be directly connected to virtually any consumer HD display via HDMI.
Multiple displays can be driven using a HDMI distribution amp. This topology can be
very cost-effective assuming short cable runs.