FS-100 DVCPROHD DVCPRO50 DVCPRO/DV Portable DTE Recorder User Guide Part Number: MANL-1023-10
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Regulations and Safety Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 Model Number: FS-100 Portable DTE Recorder Date of Manufacture: Reference the Serial Number label attached to the unit. FCC Class A This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors.
Compliance FS-100 is a device marketed for use in industrial or business environments.
Safety Symbols In the FS-100 Unit This symbol indicates the presence of an un-insulated Dangerous Voltage within the product’s enclosure that may constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. In the FS-100 Documentation This symbol indicates important operating or maintenance (servicing) information that the user should read and understand. This symbol indicates supplementary information about features, functions, or operations that may be of interest to the user.
Electrical Precautions Do Not Expose to Moisture Do not use this product near water or in an environment where it is exposed to dampness or there is the possibility of it getting wet. Do Not Remove Cover There are No User Serviceable Parts inside this unit. Servicing should be done by qualified service personnel. ON / OFF Switch in Stand-By Position The On/Off switch Does Not Separate the Unit From the Main Power when it is in the stand-by position.
Power-Cord Protection • • Routing Power-Cords Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Avoid sharp angles in the cord, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit the product. Non-Use Period During extended periods when the device is not used, unplug it from the power source and retract the power-cord.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the FS100, verify that the antenna or cable system is grounded. This provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Maintenance and Moving Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet. Servicing Unplug the device from the power outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: • When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
Operating Environment Location Any mounting of this device should follow its instructions, and should use only mounting accessories recommended by Focus Enhancements. • Install this device on a sturdy, level surface, away from moisture and dust. • Heat Locate this device away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other electrical devices (including amplifiers) that generate heat. Ventilation Do not block the ventilation openings in the FS-100 body.
Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 DTE Eliminates Pre-edit Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Quickstart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Physical Description and Basic Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Front Panel Controls . . . . .
Table of Contents Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Side Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Internal Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 The FS-100 Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Outline of Menu and Option Screens . . . . . . . . . 17 Powering the FS-100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents FS-100 System Information Screens . . . . . . . . . .46 Record Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Normal Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 PRE-REC Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 PRE-REC Disk Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Loop Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Saving Loop Record Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Snap Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Organize OMF DVCPRO/DV only . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Organize P2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 File Naming Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Organize PINN DVCPRO/DV only . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Make Ref MOV Version 4.x only . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 File Name Convention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Delete Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Format Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Clipping to a Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Input/Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Audio/Video/Timecode Specification . . . . . . . . . 114 DTE File Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FS-100 Portable DTE Recorder
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Focus Enhancements’ FS-100 portable Direct To Edit (DTE) disk recorder. The FS-100 is the first portable DVCPROHD/DVCPRO50/DVCPRO/DV disk recorder with Focus Enhancement’s DTE technology designed for hand held camcorders in a small, rugged and shock proof chassis.
Introduction Unpacking 1 2 3 7 6 4 5 Verify that the FS-100 has the following items: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. FS-100 unit Belt clip User guide One Firewire cable Power cord Power supply with cable and connector to the FS-100 Removable Li-Ion battery pack Missing or Damaged Components If there are missing or damaged items, contact Focus Enhancements Support for assistance. USA Email: support@focusinfo.com USA Telephone: +1 763-398-1658 EMEA Email: techsupport@como.
Introduction Features The FS-100 offers the following features: • Tapeless Acquisition Especially equipped camcorders permit the use of Direct To Edit (DTE) Technology to record directly from a camcorder while shooting and without the need of a tape. • True DTE Technology When shooting is finished, connect the FS-100 to a computer and instantly be ready to edit in the timeline. Files are recorded to disk as DVCPROHD and DVCPRO50 P2 P2 PN (DVCPROHD with 4.x) QUICKTIME (4.x) QUICKTIME PN (DVCPROHD with 4.
Introduction • Flexible Capacities and Power The FS-100 hard drive provides hours of recorded content capacity. See www.focusinfo.com for the currently available hard drive capacities. Extend record times by linking two FS-100 units together. Power the FS-100 using slim, removable battery packs or power it using the supplied AC adapter. • Easy to Use, Control and Update The FS-100 interfaces with your camcorder using a single FireWire cable that passes audio, video, timecode and control information.
Quickstart This section provides the following information necessary for using the FS-100 as quickly as possible.
Quickstart Physical Description and Basic Controls Front Panel Controls LCD Display Function buttons A B C Navigation buttons Power ON and Reset Button Transport Control buttons Record Button Power OFF and Stop button Speaker LCD Display This is a backlit, 14 character by 7 line dot matrix display. Recovering LCD Display After A Mild Shock to FS-100 In the event of a mild electrical discharge to the unit, the LCD could go blank. To correct, hold the SELECT button down for 5 seconds.
Quickstart Power Control The Power ON button provides two functions. • Power ON Turn on the FS-100. • Reset FS-100 First, FS-100 must be powered on. Next, hold down the Power On button for two seconds. Power OFF Hold down the OFF/STOP button for three (3) seconds. During power off, the FS-100 beeps, indicating that it is turning off. Alarm OFF If the Alarm feature is set to OFF, then the power-down sequence occurs silently. Navigation Buttons Use these buttons to navigate through the FS-100 menus.
Quickstart Record Press this button once when the FS-100 is in Stop mode to put the FS-100 into REC-PAUSE. Press it again to start recording. Pressing the Record button while recording, causes the current clip to close and a new clip is created without dropping any frames. This button is the only button that has a red legend on the front panel. Back Search WW Press this button to play video at speeds different than realtime. Refer to the note in the Forward Search section.
Quickstart Back Index |WW This button returns the FS-100 to the beginning of the current clip when in playback mode. Press this button twice in sequence to return the FS-100 to the previous clip during playback. In STOP mode, press this button to return the FS100 to the beginning of the previous clip. Using Back Index with Short Clips When using Back Index with short clips, it is first necessary to place the FS-100 in STOP mode.
Quickstart Top Panel The top panel contains the following connectors and LEDs: Remote Control (Serial Connector) Camera (FireWire Connector) Computer (FireWire Connector) Status LED Charge LED Charge LED Status LED Indicates Off No Charger Connected Green Charging Cycle Completed Amber / Green Floating Charge Mode (Charging almost completed.) Amber Fast Charge Mode (Maximum charging rate.
Quickstart Computer FireWire Connector IMPROPER INSERTION WILL DAMAGE UNIT Properly Align FireWire Cable and Connector - Do Not Force Correctly align the FireWire cable to the connector before insertion. The pointed end of the connector and the jack should be on the same side before insertion: Align pointed ends of connector and cable jack. • In/Out: 6-pin IEEE-1394a port x 1 • Asynchronous Data I/O Remote Control, Serial Connector • GPI / RS232C; 3.5mm TRS mini jack. (3.
Quickstart Camera FireWire Connector • DV/I/O • 6-pin IEEE-1394a connector See the note Computer FireWire Connector on page 11. • Isochronous 25Mb/s to 100Mb/s DV video I/O FS-100 supports 1080i/720p video I/O in DVCPROHD REC mode.
Quickstart Rear Panel The rear panel contains the following important items: Belt Clip Post Fan Intake Vent Do Not Block Battery Compartment Latch Battery Compartment FS-100 Portable DTE Recorder 13
Quickstart Side Panel The side panel contains cooling vents as illustrated below.
Quickstart Bottom Panel The FS-100 bottom panel features a single 2-pin DC power connector. Connect the supplied AC power adapter here. Internal Speaker DC Power Connector Cooling Vent Do Not Block Internal Speaker An internal speaker provides alarms and audible feedback. • To disable the audible feedback, go to the Settings menu and select ALARM OFF. However, the power, temperature, and disk capacity alarms are always active.
Quickstart The FS-100 Menu System The FS-100 menu system provides access to all the functions available in the unit. Each of the screens below (except the Welcome and Home screens which come up automatically when the unit starts) are accessed by pressing the Left or Right navigation buttons.
Quickstart Outline of Menu and Option Screens The functions of each of the selections on these screens is explained in more detail in FS-100 Functions on page 41. Returning to the Top of Menu or Home screen To get to the top of any menu, press the Left button. To get back to the Home screen: • Highlight the screen title at the top of the screen. • Press the Select button. • Welcome Only appears for several seconds upon power up.
Quickstart • Utilities Contains the following disk and clip functions: Organize Reel Organize OMF DVCPRO/DV only Organize P2 Organize PINN DVCPRO/DV only Make Ref MOV version 4.X only Delete Clip Format Repair Disk Repair Clip File Name Upgrade System Reset Diagnostic Status • Functions Contains user definable function button selections. Changing a setting with a Function button is identical to changing the setting in its corresponding menu. Refer to Functions Screen on page 71 for more information.
Quickstart EXT CTL FRAME EXT CTL FILE TC EXT (external) TC REC RUN TC FREE RUN TC REGEN (regenerate) TC SET UB SET TC DROP NTSC only TC NON-DROP NTSC only VFR MODE 4.X only LCD Contrast • DV Formats Following HDD mode is a menu of formats available for the type recorder selected in HDD mode.
Quickstart • Record Contains the following recording functions: NORMAL REC PRE REC Disk PRE REC Cach LOOP RECORD SNAP TIME LAPSE FS-100 Portable DTE Recorder 20
Quickstart Powering the FS-100 • FS-100 operation without a battery installed. To operate the FS-100 without a battery installed, connect the unit to an AC power source. • FS-100 operation with battery power. It is first necessary to fully charge the battery. An uncharged battery, typically takes 2-3 hours to charge. Connecting the FS-100 to AC Power Attach the AC power cord to the FS-100 (with or without battery installed). The FS-100 is immediately ready for operation.
Quickstart Installing / Removing the Battery Pack Installing a Battery Battery Latch Hook Latch Slot Gently press DOWN while sliding battery pack FORWARD Latch Battery Pack Guides 1. Place the unit, so that the battery compartment is up. 2. Position the battery pack, as shown above, so that the latch hook is almost in the latch slot, and touching the floor of the battery compartment. 3. Slide the battery forward while gently pressing down. 4. Feel the battery slide along guides and seat itself. 5.
Quickstart Charging the Battery The battery begins charging anytime it is connected to AC power using the AC adapter supplied with the FS-100. The charge LED lights when the FS-100 is charging. For information on the charge LED, refer to the subsection Top Panel on page 10. Before the battery can be used it must charge until the battery status LED indicates the unit is fully charged (green). • The Charge LED on the top of the FS-100 lights to show the battery is charging.
Quickstart Battery Use Misuse can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, buttons, or beaded chains touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling a charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.
Quickstart Connecting a FS-100 to a DV/HD Camcorder Before performing this procedure, make sure you have installed and charged the battery, see Installing / Removing the Battery Pack on page 22. 1. Connect the supplied Firewire cable to the DV I/O connector on the top of the FS-100. 2. Locate the FireWire/DV/iLink (or similar) connector on your video camera. It is located in different places depending upon the brand of camera. If you are unclear of its location, consult your video camera manual.
Quickstart Record and Playback with the FS-100 FS-100 Automatically Detects Input Stream from AG-HVX200 FS-100 automatically detects the stream type input from the AG-HVX200 camcorder and, in addition, selects the appropriate HDD MODE and DV FORMAT menu options. Test Recording The settings of cameras, NLEs, and the FS-100 are numerous and many are critical. It is recommended that a test recording be done when a setting change is made.
Quickstart Power On the FS-100 1. Press the Power ON button for two seconds and release it. Play Power ON (Reset) Navigation Buttons Transport Buttons OFF (STOP) To power OFF, hold down for 3-5 seconds. 2. The Welcome screen appears and displays while the The home screen appears when the FS-100 initializes. FS-100 PORTABLE DTE RECORDER 3. The Home screen appears when the FS-100 first powers up. For more details about this screen, Home Screen on page 43.
Quickstart Select HDD Recorder Mode 1. Press the Right navigation button two times until the HDD Mode display appears. HDD MODE -DVCPROHD REC DVCPRO50 REC DVCPRO/DV REC DD DRIVE 2. Use the Down navigation button to highlight the recorder mode, DVCPROHD REC, DVCPRO50 REC, or DVCPRO/DV REC. 3. Press the Select button on the navigation buttons. 4. Press the Left button to return to the menu title. 5. Press the Right button once and advance to the FORMAT screen.
Quickstart Select a DV File Format The DV file formats displayed depend on the recorder mode selected in the previous step, for example DVCPRO/DV REC results in the following: DV FORMATS RAW DV -AVI TYPE1 AVI TYPE2 CANOPUS AVI 1. Use the Up and Down navigation buttons to select the DV file format that supports the preferred NLE system. A dash mark to the left of a list item indicates that it is the current selection. The default value is AVI Type 2.
Quickstart Set Time and Date Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set because they are used in the FS-100 file naming function. 1. Press the Right navigation button several times until the Setup display appears on the screen as shown below: SETUP 09 / 15 / 05 11 : 21 : 13 V 3 . 1. 0 -LCDLIGHT ON 2. Use the Down navigation button to highlight the date and press the Right navigation button to access the Set Date screen. SET DATE 09 / 15 / 05 MM / DD / YY BACK 3.
Quickstart 5. Use the Down navigation button to select the time and press the Right navigation button. The following screen appears: SET TIME 11 : 21 : 13 HH : MM : SS BACK 6. Use the Up and Down navigation buttons to change the highlighted value. Use the Right and Left navigation buttons to highlight the Hour, Minute, and Second. (Time is indicated in 24hr. mode.) 7. Press the right-most Function button indicated as BACK on the screen. The new date appears on the Setup Screen. 8.
Record With the FS-100 There are four modes of recording with the FS-100. • Local Control with the FS-100 transport buttons. • Syncro Slave Use this mode with camcorders that do not have FS-100 compatible external control or tapeless trigger functionality. In this mode, the FS-100 watches the record status of the camcorder and replicates its actions. A tape must be in the camcorder for this mode to function.
Quickstart Do Not Disconnect Power or FireWire Cable Never disconnect the power or the FireWire cable during a recording. This will cause file corruption. Loss of Power During Recording If power is lost during recording it is possible to repair the damaged file or files, refer Repair Disk on page 82 to and Repair Clip on page 83.
Quickstart Manual Recording 1. Set the video camera to Camera or Cam mode. 2. Verify that an image appears in the viewfinder. 3. On the FS-100, press Record once. This sets the FS-100 to Record-Pause mode. Record Stop (OFF) 4. On the FS-100, press Record button a second time. The FS-100 begins to record. The timecode value is displayed on the screen. 5. Press Stop (OFF) once to return the FS-100 to Record-Pause mode. 6. Press Record and the FS-100 begins to record again on the same clip. 7.
Quickstart Syncro Slave CONTROL LOCAL -SYNCRO SLAVE AV / C TAPELESS This mode is for camcorders that do not have external control or the tapeless control functionality compatible with the FS-100. • Syncro Slave mode requires that a tape be in the camcorder for operation. • The FS-100 must be set to Syncro Slave control mode. • In this mode, the FS-100 watches the record state of the camcorder and follows its actions.
Quickstart Tapeless CONTROL LOCAL SYNCRO SLAVE AV / C -TAPELESS Use the Tapeless control mode with camcorders that are compatible with FS-100 external control or tapeless operation capabilities. • When the FS-100 is in Tapeless mode, an E displays along with the tape state, indicating that the unit is in External mode. • Use the camcorder’s REC button to Start and Stop the FS100 tapeless recording. • The camcorder’s External control or tapeless trigger function must be enabled for this mode to work.
Quickstart Configuring AG-HVX200 and Recording 5 4 3 2 1 1. Power on the camera. 2. Set the TAPE/P2 switch to P2. 3. Press the MENU button on the top of the AG-HVX200 camera. Select the RECORDING SETUP option. • Set the REC FORMAT P2 to the desired DVCPRO format and resolution. • Set UB MODE to FRM. RATE. AG-HVX200 PN Modes (3.x or 4.x only) Not Supported as Inputs The FS-100 generates the PN stream from the camera’s full frame stream (720 24P/25P/30P).
Quickstart 5. Press REC trigger button on the top or side (Step 1) of the camera. AJ-HDX900 Camera Recording Settings The following recording settings are required for the AJ-HDX900 camera: MAIN MENU > SYSTEM SETTING > SYSTEM MODE: 720-59.
Quickstart FS-100 Settings 1. Set DV FORMAT to QUICKTIME PN or P2 PN. 2. Set SETUP-->VFR MODE to the appropriate base frame rate: Input Stream VFR MODE 720/24P 24 720/25P 25 720/30P 30 While recording in VFR mode, VF is displayed on the HOME screen below the battery indicator. If the VF is not displayed there is a setup issue: please, review the settings shown above. For more information, see VFR MODE on page 66.
Quickstart Playback on the FS-100 Verify that both the video camera and the FS-100 are powered on and that they are connected together with the FireWire cable from the FS-100 DV/IO port to the camcorder 1394 port. Feature Availability on PAL Cameras This feature is not available on some PAL cameras. 1. Set the video camera to VCR or playback mode. Setting the AG-HVX200 2 1 1. Set the AG-HVX200 to VCR by pressing the MCR/VCR button located on the back of the camera, under the viewfinder.
FS-100 Functions This section contains information on the following LCD screens: General Screen Information 42 Record Screens 47 Format Screen 52 Setup Screens 57 Functions Screen 71 Utilities Screen 75 Control Screen 94 FS-100 screens are organized in a flat hierarchy. Every screen has a unique name, and it is possible to cycle continuously through the screens using the Left and Right navigation buttons. Use the Up and Down navigation buttons to cycle through screen items (selections).
FS-100 Functions General Screen Information The FS-100 LCD screens are organized by function with each screen displaying a list of items. An item can be: • A value that can be set, such as the date. • A switch similar to a check box, that can be enabled along with other options in the display. • A switch similar to a radio button, that belongs to a family of options, in which only one can be active at any time. • A link to another display, which is indicated by a .
FS-100 Functions Home Screen The Home screen is read only and has no navigable items. To leave the Home screen use either the Left or Right Navigation button. 2 1 11 12 10 STOP 1COUNTER 00:00:14:02 PN DISK 1 168 min REEL TAPE DISP LOCK 7 8 3 5 4 6 9 1. Current Function: symbol and description Refer to LCD Display Symbols and Text on page 97. 2. Volume Disk Number The volume number is always 1 unless multiple FS-100’s are connected. 3. Clip Number Number of the current video clip, i.e.
FS-100 Functions 10. Reel Display In Record or Playback modes, this item displays the particular REEL that a clip is located in or, has been marked to. If in PLAY FROM > REEL LIST mode, the REEL appears in brackets for example, [REEL]. This area is blank if NO REEL has been selected. 11. DISP information field that displays data type. 12. DISP information field that displays current data.
FS-100 Functions 12 Displays the set user bit value in a particular clip. A user bit value must be added for this to display, refer to UB SET on page 64. 11 ABSOLUTE 12 Displays an absolute timecode value for the particular session: the sum of all COUNTER timecodes on connected volumes. Absolute is primarily used when setting the FS-100 to AV/ C mode and controlling it with an external FireWire device, such as a computer.
FS-100 Functions FS-100 System Information Screens The FS-100 automatically creates information screens to indicate conditions such as high temperature, power remaining, or drive capacity remaining. WARNING 5% POWER REMAINING OK Press OK to clear the screen and return to the last screen.
FS-100 Functions Record Screens RECORD NORMAL -PRE-REC DISK PRE-REC CACH LOOP RECORD The Record screen permits setting the FS-100 to various recording modes, depending on the model, see Table ‚ Record Modes with Home Screen Indicators. Once a record mode is selected, the recorder remains in that mode until a different mode is chosen. Exiting the Record screen and returning to Home, enables the selected recording mode.
FS-100 Functions For more about LCD display symbols and text, see LCD Display Symbols and Text on page 97. Normal Record This is the standard recording mode. • All control is from the FS-100 front panel. Initially, the Home screen displays STOP. • Pressing Record puts the FS-100 into II REC PAUSE mode. • Pressing Record a second time puts the FS-100 into REC mode. PRE-REC Record Mode PRE-REC CACHE :00 :SS This line is not active: reference only.
FS-100 Functions PRE-REC Disk Record Mode PRE-REC Disk HDD AVAIL: 176 min PRE-REC TIME: 010 min BACK This is the only editable line on screen. The PRE-REC Disk mode records video in a continuous loop to a user-defined portion of disk space. Pressing Record seamlessly begins active recording. The PRE-REC Disk session is appended to the beginning of the new clip. The result is a set of clips beginning with the cached video and continuing with the newly recorded video.
FS-100 Functions Loop Record Loop Record is similar to PRE-REC Disk. Loop Record continuously records a series of video clips to available disk space. When all available disk space is used, Loop Record begins sequentially replacing the earliest clip with the most recent. • The size of the video clip depends on the length of the loop or record mode. Loops of 60 minutes or less are recorded in one-minute clips. Otherwise, loops are recorded in 2GB clips.
FS-100 Functions Time Lapse Record TIME LAPSE 00:00:00:00 HH:MM:SS:FF This line is not active: reference only. BACK Time lapse provides the ability to record a single frame at specific time intervals, for example one frame per minute, 00:01:00:00. Time lapse applications can include capturing the traffic on city streets, the growth of a plant from seed to maturity, and construction projects. Features of the Time Lapse function include: • All the captured frames are recorded in a single clip.
FS-100 Functions Format Screen DV Formats DV FORMATS -P2 P2 PN QUICKTIME QUICKTIME PN The number of options available in this menu depends on the recorded bit rate. If recording DVCPROHD REC (100 Mb/s) or DVCPRO50 REC modes (50 Mb/s) there are only two options: • P2 • P2 PN DVCPROHD with 3.x or 4.x only • QUICKTIME 3.x or 4.x only • QUICKTIME PN DVCPROHD with 3.x or 4.
FS-100 Functions • • • • • • • MATROX AVI QUICKTIME AVID OMF QUICKTIME 24P NTSC only AVI TYPE2 24P NTSC only PINNACLE P2 Formats for 25P Applications Use standard file formats for all 25P applications except AVID OMF. OMF is not compatible with 25P DV streams. The latest DTE supported applications and file formats are listed on the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com.
FS-100 Functions HDD Mode Screen HDD MODE -DVCPROHD REC DVCPRO50 REC DVCPRO/DV REC DD DRIVE This screen displays the following items: • DVCPROHD Supports 100 Mb/s streams from the Panasonic AG-HVX200 companion camcorder (1080i and 720p). Versions 3.x and 4.x support 720 PN. In addition, 4.x supports VFR modes. The PN/VF record processing is performed on the FS-100. The camera must be in the corresponding non-PN mode (720 24P/25P/30P). The FS-100 does not support the PN streams as a valid input.
FS-100 Functions • DD DRIVE Use this option when connecting the FS-100 to a computer. The FS-100 functions as a volume visible to the computer. In addition, this setting permits the connecting of multiple FS-100s together to increase recording space. • USE EXT FS-100 Use this option when longer recording times are needed. USE EXT FS-100 permits the connecting of two FS-100 together to provide more disk storage for longer recording.
FS-100 Functions Setting Up Master and Slave FS-100 1 4 Master FS-100 Slave FS-100 2 3 STOP 1 - 001 CONNECT COUNTER COMPUTER THEN 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 ENABLE BYPASS 1. Connect the camcorder to the master FS-100, DV I/O connector using the supplied FireWire cable. 2. Master Power on unit. Go to the HDD Mode menu screen and enable USE EXT FS-100. 3. Connect the FS-100s through the units Computer I/O connectors using a 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable. 4.
FS-100 Functions Setup Screens SETUP 10 / 10 / 07 21 : 10: 50 V 4. 0. 0 -LCDLIGHT ON The items on the Setup Screen are grouped by function. Within the function the items act like radio buttons, i.e. when one is active the others are not. In some cases, such as the Date, a settings screen appears. To return from a settings screen, use the BACK function button.
FS-100 Functions • EXT CTL FRAME • EXT CTL FILE • TC EXT Group Default • TC REC RUN • TC FREE RUN • TC REGEN • TC SET • UB SET • TC DROP NTSC only • TC NON-DROP Default, NTSC only • VFR MODE • LCD CONTRAST Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set. They are used in the FS-100 file naming function. Refer to Set Time and Date on page 30.
FS-100 Functions Date SET DATE 09 / 18 / 07 MM / DD / YY BACK Time SET TIME 10 : 50 : 40 HH : MM : SS BACK FS-100 Portable DTE Recorder 59
FS-100 Functions Version VERSION 4.0.0.04071507 NTSC FS-100 BACK This screen displays: • FS-100 Firmware version • SD video of the unit. • FS-100 model LCD Light On, Off, Auto These items enable or disable the FS-100's LCD's backlight. • LCDLIGHT ON Group Default Keeps the backlight on permanently. • LCDLIGHT OFF Keeps the backlight off permanently. • LCDLIGHT AUTO Turns off the backlight after one minute, pressing any button pad button turns the backlight back on.
FS-100 Functions Stop Frame, No Video These settings determine the FS-100 video output when it is in STOP mode. • STOP FRAME Displays the first frame of the clip. • STOP NO VIDEO Group Default Video output is Off. EXT CTL OFF, Pause, Frame, File These options permit the use of an external device to control the FS-100 through the optional RS-232 cable.
FS-100 Functions TIME CODE EXT, REC RUN, FREE RUN, REGEN The following are timecode (TC) functions. • TC EXT Group Default Records the incoming source timecode. If the timecode is not running, the FS-100 records the same timecode number in each recorded frame. Choose TC EXT mode to clear any stored number. • TC REC RUN In this mode, after a power cycle, the FS-100 starts its TC record count using the TC SET value. Later recordings add to the last value recorded.
FS-100 Functions TC SET TC SET 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 HH : MM : SS : FF BACK The Timecode Set parameter stores a user defined timecode in the FS-100’s non-volatile memory. This value is available for use by the FS-100 immediately after exiting TC SET. • TC FREE RUN The FS-100 uses this value on the next recording after it is set in TC SET. • TC REGEN This is the starting value when using an empty hard disk drive for recording.
FS-100 Functions UB SET UB SET FF : FF : FF : FF BACK The User Bit Set function provides the ability to change the user bits in the timecode recorded in the video files. • Timecode values are not set when in TC EXT mode. Professional applications employ user bits to add metadata to recordings to assist in post production. For example, multiple cameras are used during a shoot. Each FS-100 has a unique UB setting that identifies it and the camera it serves.
FS-100 Functions TC DROP, NON-DROP NTSC only These parameters are only available for NTSC and only one may be enabled at a time. Drop and non-drop enable and disable the drop-frame function that modifies how the timecode is calculated during recording. • TC DROP Enables the drop-frame function: Frames 00 and 01 are dropped from each minute of video recorded, except for those minutes evenly divisible by ten. • TC NON-DROP Group Default Disables drop-frame.
FS-100 Functions VFR MODE WARNING: It is critical that the VFR MODE is set properly prior to doing a VFR mode record. This setting is set to OFF whenever the unit is powered down or the DV FORMAT value is changed. When VFR MODE is set to a value other than OFF, all PN recordings will have the audio MUTED. Use this setting to enable or disable Variable Frame Rate (VFR) support for the AG-HVX200 VFR mode. This setting also designates the input stream type*: • 720/24P or 720/30P on 60 Hz NTSC systems.
FS-100 Functions In addition to setting VFR MODE to the Base Frame Rate, a PN DTE format must be selected from the FS-100 DV FORMAT menu, see DV Formats on page 52. VFR MODE is inactive for non-PN DV FORMATS. Set AG-HVX200 to Standard Record Mode The Panasonic AG-HVX200 must be set to standard record mode or 720P mode but not 720PN. FS-100 VFR MODE supports three stream types: • 720/24P and 720/30P on 60 Hz systems. • 720/30P on 50 Hz systems. On the AG-HVX200: 1.
FS-100 Functions Undercranking and Overcranking Undercranking, also called fast motion, is setting the Incoming Frame Rate lower than the Base Frame Rate (24, 30, or 25 fps) which results in video playback that appears faster than the Base Frame Rate. For example, if the Base Frame Rate is set to 24 fps (720/24P input stream), set the Incoming Frame Rate to 12. When the file is played back at the base rate (24 fps) the result is video playback at twice normal speed.
FS-100 Functions Using VFR recordings in NLEs Camera Resolution must be set to 720P mode: The camera resolution must to set to the corresponding 720P mode and NOT the 720PN mode for VFR recordings. Use the Base Frame Rate for the NLE’s timeline setting. For example, if the Base Frame Rate is 720/24P and the Incoming Frame Rate is set to 48 or 12, the timeline preset to use is 720/24P. A real-time recording has an equivalent Base Frame Rate and Incoming Frame Rate.
FS-100 Functions LCD CONTRAST SET CONTRAST VALUE: 00 BACK Use this function to adjust the contrast of the LCD display for easier viewing. 1. Use the Right navigation button to go to the SET CONTRAST submenu. 2. Use the Up and Down navigation buttons to increase and decrease the contrast number. 3. Press BACK when done.
FS-100 Functions Functions Screen The Functions buttons FA, FB, and FC provide convenient Home screen shortcuts by acting as toggle switches for specific system settings. The Home screen below is an example of the information displayed. STOP 1COUNTER 00 : 00 : 20 : 15 DISK 1 168 min R1 Reel receiving clips. DISP DD Function Keys FA FB Function Groups FC Function settings are user-assignable and available in the Functions screen.
FS-100 Functions Functions List A list of the Function button menu is below. In each group, the default selection is listed first. MENU Appears on LCD as… FA SYNC SYNC (Toggles between SYNCRO and LOCAL record control.
FS-100 Functions MENU Appears on LCD as… FB R2-2 R2 Marks Current Clip to Reel 2, FB R3-3 R3 Marks Current Clip to Reel 3, FB R4-4 R4 Marks Current Clip to Reel 4, FB R5-5 R5 Marks Current Clip to Reel 5, FB R6-6 R6 Marks Current Clip to Reel 6, FB R7-7 R7 Marks Current Clip to Reel 7, FB R8-8 R8 Marks Current Clip to Reel 8, FB R9-9 R9 Marks Current Clip to Reel 9, FB BLANK No Function.
FS-100 Functions Assigning Clips to Reels STOP 1COUNTER 00 : 00 : 20 : 15 DISK 1 168 min rrently ected REEL unction FA et to FA REELS R1 REEL R2 Function FB set to FB R2-2 R1 Function FC set to FC R1-1 The function buttons are a quick way to mark video clips during recording. The Functions menu offers two types of markers to use, as an example FA REELS and FB REEL-2. • FA REELS Selecting the FA REELs programs the FS-100 to mark the clips to the currently selected reel.
FS-100 Functions Utilities Screen UTILITIES ORGANIZE REEL ORGANIZE OMF ORGANIZE P2 ORGANIZE PINN The Utilities available are: ORGANIZE REEL ORGANIZE OMF DVCPRO/DV only ORGANIZE P2 ORGANIZE PINN DVCPRO/DV only MAKE REF MOV version 4.x only DELETE CLIP FORMAT REPAIR DISK REPAIR CLIP FILE NAME UPGRADE SYSTEM RESET DIAGNOSTIC STATUS Organize Reel This selection places all files identified as a REEL clip during recording or playback into the appropriate reel folder.
FS-100 Functions Organize OMF DVCPRO/DV only When files are recorded in the AVID OMF file format, this selection allows you to take all the OMF and AIF audio files at the end of a recording session and place them into a folder on the disk drive named OMFI MediaFiles. When the disk is connected to a computer, this folder is recognized by Avid Editor’s Media Tool enabling direct import of files into the Avid timeline. Refer to the section, Using Avid OMF Clips on page 105 for more information.
FS-100 Functions File Naming Conventions The video files are then renamed to XXXXZB.mxf. where XXXX is an incremental value, Z is a randomly assigned character, B represents the format of the recorded content, and AA is the number of the audio channel. Format B DVCPRO/DV p DVCPRO50 q DVCPROHD w The audio files are then renamed to XXXXZBAA.mxf. where XXXXZB are identical to the companion video file and AA is the number of the audio channel.
FS-100 Functions Make Ref MOV Version 4.x only Final Cut Pro Users The MAKE REF MOV utility must be performed before mounting FS100 in Final Cut Pro (FCP). FCP modifies content files, after which they are incompatible with the FS-100 MAKE REF MOV utility. This utility generates one or more QuickTime Reference Movie files for each video clip in QUICKTIME, QUICKTIME PN, and QUICKTIME 24P DTE file formats. Creating the reference movie file streamlines the workflow for FCP users.
FS-100 Functions File Name Convention The file name convention for a QuickTime reference movie is: RM-YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSrXX.MOV where the RM- denotes a reference movie file, YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSr matches the content files, and the XX denotes the reference movie file number. When MAKE REF MOV utility starts the following screen appears: CREATING QT REF ... The MAKE REF MOV utility may take several minutes to complete.
Delete Clip DELETE CLIP CLIP 000 YES BACK Use this item to delete a selected clip. 1. From the Utilities screen, go to the DELETE CLIP screen. 2. Enter the number of the clip to be deleted using the Up and Down navigation buttons. 3. Press the YES function key. The selected clip is deleted. 4. Press BACK to return to the Utility screen. When a clip is deleted, the FS-100 re-organizes and displays the remaining clips in sequence. For instance, if there are three clips on the disk: 1-001, 1-002, 1-003.
FS-100 Functions Format Disk FORMAT DISK PRESS YES TO ERASE ALL DATA YES BACK Prevent lost frames due to file fragmentation by formatting the FS-100 before each recording session. Save Files Before Formatting The formatting process erases all data on the disk and is not reversible. Backup all files and clips on the FS-100 before formatting. This selection formats the disk as follows: 1. From the Utilities screen, go to Format Disk. 2. Select YES to begin formatting.
FS-100 Functions Repair Disk REPAIR DISK PRESS YES TO REPAIR DISK YES BACK Use this function if a recording session does not complete properly and there is a question that the file may be damaged. For example, if recording terminates due to a loss of power to the FS-100. Repair Disk scans the current partition checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files. When the file is repaired it can be used in the NLE system.
FS-100 Functions Repair Clip REPAIR CLIP CLIP 000 YES BACK Use this function to repair a specific file that may be damaged or incomplete. For example, recording terminates due to a loss of power to the FS-100 and a specific file may be damaged. Repair Clip scans the specified file checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files. When the file is repaired, it then can be used in the NLE system. 1. From the Utilities screen, go to Repair Clip. 2.
FS-100 Functions When performing a Repair Clip on an organized P2 clip, the clip FILE NAME is changed and moved to a pre-processing folder.This newly named clip is assigned the last clip number already issued by the FS-100 and the clip numbers of the clips after the repaired clip are incremented down by one. For example, the FS-100 has four clips -- A(1), B(2), C(3), and D(4). REPAIR CLIP is performed on clip B(2).
FS-100 Functions File Name FILE NAME CLIP 001 20041101 165423 BACK This function Displays a file name but does not permit changing it. 1. From the Utilities screen, go to FILE NAME. 2. Enter the file’s clip number using the Up and Down navigation buttons. The base filename is dynamically displayed as a function of the clip number. When a clip has multiple files, the first Base file name is displayed 3. Press BACK to return to the Utility screen.
FS-100 Functions Upgrade Check Focus Enhancements website for upgrades and the latest software updates: www.focusinfo.com. To upgrade system software: 1. Set the FS-100 to DD Drive mode from the HDD Mode screen and connect it to a computer. 2. On your computer, rename the XXX.bin file as fs100.bin. 3. Copy or drag the fs100.bin file to the FS-100 while it is in DD Drive mode. 4. Exit the FS-100 from DD Drive mode and navigate to the Utilities screen. 5. From the Utilities screen, go to Upgrade. 6.
FS-100 Functions 9. Up on successful completion of the upgrade, the FS-100 displays the message: UPGRADE COMPLETE PLEASE RESTART 10. Hold down the STOP / POWER OFF button until the FS-100 shuts down. 11. Power up the FS-100. Upgrade Errors If the upgrade fails, the FS-100 displays one of the following messages: UPGRADE ERROR WRONG PRODUCT ID EXIT Verify that the update is for the model of FS-100 it is being installed on.
UPGRADE ERROR FILE NOT FOUND EXIT Verify that the upgrade file name is fs-100.bin and that it is in the FS-100 hard drive’s root directory. System Reset SYSTEM RESET CONTINUE TO RESET SYSTEM? YES BACK The System Reset feature restores the factory default settings for the FS-100 unit. This feature is useful for diagnosing problems with the unit. System Reset A System Reset can not be reversed.
FS-100 Functions Diagnostic DO NOT CHANGE THE SETTINGS OF THIS FUNCTION This function is included to assist Focus Enhancement Technical Support diagnose problems that may occur with the FS-100. Status STATUS SUPPLY1: 1.83V SUPPLY2: 3.27V SUPPLY3: 4.89V BATTERY: 12.56V TEMP : 39c BACK The FS-100 Status screen provides details of the systems power state as well as internal temperature. This screen may assist Focus Enhancements Technical Support in determining power and thermal problems with your unit.
FS-100 Functions Reels Screen REELS R0 R1 R2 R3 0 1 2 3 When a disk is formatted, the FS-100 creates 10 folders, numbered 0-9, on the disk. During recording or playback of a clip, it is possible to place it into folders or play it from up to 10 different reels. These folders can have any name up to 10 characters in length. To name the folders it is first necessary to enter DD Drive mode and mount the FS-100 to a computer. Placing a Clip in a Reel From the Reels screen, choose the Reels as follows: 1.
FS-100 Functions Using a Wired Remote Control When using the optional wired remote control, use the button pad numbered 0-9 to mark the clips. Any additional button presses during a recording or playback, changes the selected REEL. Once a session is finished, select ORGANIZE REEL in Utilities screen. The marked clips are placed in the REEL in sequential order.
FS-100 Functions Play Screen PLAY PLAY CLIP LOOP CLIP LOOP ALL PLAY ALL • Play Clip In this mode, the FS-100 plays the selected clip from start to finish when you press the PLAY button. At the end of the particular clip, the FS-100 pauses. • Loop Clip In this mode, the FS-100 plays the selected clip from start to finish. Immediately after completing the clip, the FS-100 begins playing the clip again without a pause. It stays in this state until stopped.
FS-100 Functions Play From Screen PLAY FROM TRACK LIST REEL LIST This screen permits the selection of from where clips playback. There are two choices: • Tracklist Clips playback in the order in which they were recorded. Playback order is based on the order of the file names. • Reel Clips in a selected folder are played back. This function provides the ability to choose between any folders on the disk. Folders can appear with their user assigned folder name (if used).
FS-100 Functions Control Screen CONTROL -LOCAL SYNCRO SLAVE AV/C TAPELESS The Control screen provides the capability of enabling the FS-100 to operate in five different control modes during record and playback. • Local Local control mode ignores record triggers from the camcorder and is controlled exclusively from the FS-100 front panel or the optional wired remote control unit.
FS-100 Functions key to cycle through the available Reels. • Use the Keeper For example, if the current Reel selection is 3. pressing Keeper changes the selection to Reel 4. To purchase the wired remote control, p/n ACSS-0019-01, for the FS-100, visit Focus Enhancements web site at www.focusinfo.com/sales/store/. • Syncro Slave Use this mode when the camcorder does not have FS-100 compatible external control or the tapeless trigger functionality.
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LCD Display Symbols and Text The table below shows the different symbols and states displayed on the top line of the LCD when used with different FS-100 control, record, play and stop modes: PLAY/REC MODE Stop Pause Play FS-100 LCD STOP ll PLAY PLAY Rec (Pause) Normal Rec (Rec) PRE-REC Disk (Stop) PRE-REC Disk (Standby) PRE-REC Cach (Stop) PRE-REC Cach (Standby) Loop Record (Stop) Loop Record (Standby) Loop Record (Rec) Snap (Stop) Snap (Standby) Snap (Rec) Time Lapse (Stop) Time Lapse (Pause) Time Lapse
LCD Display Symbols and Text PLAY/REC MODE Tapeless (Pause) Tapeless (Rec) FS-100 LCD ll E REC E REC * AV/C is only for use when the FS-100 is connected to a computer system.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer Once video clips are recorded to the FS-100 it is possible to use those clips in most computer based DV/HD NLE systems.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer To move video files from the FS-100 to a computer: • Connect the FS-100’s Computer I/O 1394 port directly to a computer with an active OHCI compliant IEEE-1394 FireWire port and the necessary FireWire disk drive drivers. For More Information Go to the FOCUS Enhancements' website (www.focusinfo.com) for more compatibility information. • To use the FS-100 HDD Bypass mode, refer below for more information.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer Mounting the FS-100 in Windows Use this procedure for Windows XP, 2000, 98SE and ME. 1. On a Windows-based computer system, double click the My Computer icon on the top left hand corner of the desktop. A directory window appears. 2. Locate the FS-100 drive and open it. Often, it appears as a standard FireWire disk drive and may be labeled E:, F:, G:, and so on. 3. Open the FS-100 disk icon. 4. Open the folder with the most recent date code.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer This folder may contain several different files. The video clips can appear as: • RawDV (.dv) • AVI Type 1 - (YYYYMMDDHHMMSSa01.avi) • AVI Type 2 or AVI Type 2 24p (YYYYMMDDHHMMSSb01.avi) • Canopus AVI - (YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSb01.avi) • Matrox AVI - (YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSm01.avi) This file has a separate .wav audio file per track. • QuickTime or Quicktime 24p (.mov) • Pinnacle - (YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSp01) There are two separate .wav audio files per track. • Avid OMF (.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer HD Resolution and Frames • P2/MOV: YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSX01.mxf (and .mov in version 3.x or 4.x) where the X in the filename is a letter that indicates the recording format of the captured video file. The table below lists letters and associated resolutions. Format B DVCPRO/DV p DVCPRO50 q DVCPROHD w DVCPROHD 720/30 PN i DVCPROHD 720/24 PN j DVCPROHD 720/25 PN k • In addition, P2 also has 4 audio files: YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSL01.mxf Left Channel YYYYMMDD-HHMMSSR01.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer FS-100 and FAT 32 The FAT32 file system limits file size to a maximum of 2GB which, depending on record mode and resolution, approximately equals the following minutes of video: DVCPRO/DV DVCPRO50 DVCPROHD DVCPROHD PN 9 minutes 4.5 minutes 2.2 minutes 4.5 minutes When clips exceed 2GB in size, the FS-100 automatically creates a new, file without dropping any frames.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer Using Avid OMF Clips These steps are required when using Avid OMF formatted clips. The Avid OMF file format was developed for use with Avid editing products on Windows 2000, Windows XP or Mac 0SX. These products include Avid Xpress Pro, NewsCutter, and Media Composer Adrenaline (with the DV option). The Avid OMF file format creates three files simultaneously; one OMF video file and two separate AIF audio files.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer To use a FS-100 recorded Avid OMF file on an Avid NLE system, use the following procedure. ORGANIZE OMF Function If using the ORGANIZE OMF function on the FS-100 before connecting it to a computer, steps 2 and 3 are not necessary 1. Locate and open the FS-100 drive folder. 2. Create a new folder and name it OMFI MediaFiles. 3. To do this in Windows, select File>New>Folder . 4. To do this with Macintosh, select File>New Folder. Next, type OMFI MediaFiles. 5.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer 9. Locate and select the FS-100 under Media Drive(s). If Drive Does Not Appear If the drive does not appear, check to make sure that the OMFI MediaFiles folder was created correctly with proper case and spacing. In addition, verify that the drive is properly connected and recognized by the computer. Under Project(s), select All Projects (This highlights all items in the Project(s) window). 10. Verify that Master Clips is checked and press OK.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer Dismounting the FS-100 (Windows) When finished working with the FS-100 and the computer, it is necessary to dismount FS-100 from the system Dismount FS-100 Before Powering Off It is important to dismount the FS-100 from the Windows system BEFORE powering down the unit. To do dismount the FS-100: 1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon at the bottom right side of the Windows task bar as shown below. Unplug or Eject Hardware Icon (Safely Remove Hardware) 2.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer Mounting the FS-100 (Macintosh) 1. Start the Mac computer and connect the FS-100’s COMPUTER I/ O port to the computer using a standard 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable. When mounted, the FS-100 should appear on the computer's desktop as shown below: The FS-100 appears as a FAT32 volume with a PC label. 2. Locate the FS-100 on the desktop and open it up. 3. Open the folder with the most recent date code (for example, “20050127-110345-01”).
Dismounting the FS-100 (Macintosh) When finished working with the FS-100 and the Macintosh it is necessary to dismount the unit from the system. Dismount FS-100 Before Powering Off It is important to dismount the FS-100 from the Mac system BEFORE powering down the FS-100. To dismount the FS-100 from a Mac: 1. Select the FS-100 on the computer's desktop. It is marked with a PC symbol. 2. Drag the drive into the trash or use the eject button. This dismounts the particular disk drive. 3.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer Mounting Hardware Mounting FS-100 to a Camcorder Mount the FS-100 to your camcorder using the optional Camcorder Mount Kit (P/N ASYF-0849-01). For more information about this kit or to order it, contact Focus Enhancements: USA Email: support@focusinfo.com Telephone: +1 408 866 8300 Address: Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 www.focusinfo.com EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) Email: techsupport@como.
Using the FS-100 with a Computer Clipping to a Belt Belt Mount Clip Front View Side View FS-100 Belt Clip Post A belt mount clip is included with the FS-100. This mount is similar to those used with cellular telephones. Attach the belt mount to the belt clip post on the rear of the FS-100 and push it down to lock it in position. The belt clip can ratchet to various positions when attached to a belt.
Technical Specifications Specifications are subject to change. Physical Description • Dimensions: 1.59" x 5.6" x 3.74" (40mm x 142mm x 95mm) (with normal 90 minute Battery) • Weight: 1 lb. (.45 kg) Input/Outputs • DV Video I/O - 400Mb/s (1x 6-pin IEEE-1394) In DVCPROHD REC mode the unit accepts 720P and 1080i video from DVCPROHD compatible devices, such as the Panasonic AG-HVX200 camcorder.
Technical Specifications DVCPRO/DV 4:1:1, 8-bit, 5:1 compression, 25Mb/s ( DV-PAL Is 4:2:0) 480 60i (30P, 24P, 24PA) NTSC model 576 50i (25P) PAL model *( ) pull down format - (same stream) • GPI & RS-232C Control (1 x 3.5mm mini jack) Power • 15V DC, 7.5W • Mini-jack power connector • Custom Removable Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Pack (90 minutes estimated run-time) Audio/Video/Timecode Specification • 25Mb/s and 50 Mb/s, 8-bit 4:1:1 (NTSC-DV) or 4:2:0 (PALDV) video (model dependent).
Technical Specifications DTE File Formats • DVCPRO/DV mode: Raw DV, AVI Type 1, AVI Type 2, Matrox AVI, Canopus AVI, QuickTime, AVID OMF, AVI Type 2 24p NTSC only, QuickTime 24p NTSC only, Pinnacle, P2, • DVCPROHD and DVCPRO50 modes: P2 P2 PN DVCPROHD with 3.x or 4.x only QUICKTIME with 3.x or 4.x only QUICKTIME PN DVCPROHD with 3.x or 4.x only RAW DV Disk Information • Internal Disk Type: 5400RPM, 8 MB cache. See www.focusinfo.com for available hard drive capacities.
Log Files With each recording of a particular clip on a disk, the FS-100 creates a text log file to identify information about the recorded clip and the recording session. Information includes: • • • • Clip name Clip in/out source TC values Clip duration Clip type (record file type). The log file also identifies when the shock cache becomes low and when disk or other errors occur during a recording. Error Messages Error messages may appear on the FS-100 LCD display from time to time.
Technical Specifications Miscellaneous Files fwxdc.dat The fwxdc.dat file is a cache file used to improve file read performance during playback of recorded video and audio. It is located in the root directory of the FS-100's hard drive.
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Index Numerics 1080 50 ................................................................................................. 113 1080 50i ...................................................................................12, 45, 114 1080 60i .......................................................................... 12, 45, 113, 114 1080i ................................................................................................ 12, 54 1394 cable ............................................................
Index A aborted ............................................................................................ 81, 83 absolute timecode ................................................................................45 Adobe .......................................................................................................1 Adrenaline ...........................................................................................105 AG-HVX200 ...................................................................
Index embedded 2-channel ..................................................................12 embedded 2-channel, 16-bit, 48kHz ........................................12 embedded 4-channel ..................................................................12 input for DV ................................................................................12 input for DVCPRO .....................................................................12 input for DVCPRO50 ................................................
Index battery charge status LED .......................................................................10 compartment ...............................................................................13 error message ............................................................................116 high capacity ...............................................................................23 installing ......................................................................................22 Li-Ion ..............
Index displaying set user bit ................................................................45 marking ........................................................................................74 re-organizing ...............................................................................80 repair ............................................................................................83 saving loop record clips .............................................................50 selecting for playback .....
Index TC group ............................................................................... 58, 62 defragment ............................................................................................80 deleting clip ................................................................................................80 OMF file .....................................................................................105 stored timecode ...........................................................................
Index 24p ..............................................................................................114 24pa ............................................................................................114 25p ..............................................................................................114 30p ..............................................................................................114 480 60i .........................................................................................
Index file name conventions ................................................................77 file types .........................................................................................3 FireWire connector from camera ..............................................12 inputs ................................................................................... 12, 113 ouputs .........................................................................................113 REC mode ..........................
Index file AIF ..............................................................................................105 ALE ...............................................................................................77 fs-100.bin ......................................................................................88 Pinnacle index .............................................................................77 recording timecode ....................................................................
Index FS-100 charging battery ..........................................................................23 connecting to ac power ..............................................................21 connecting to computer ...................................................... 55, 56 dismounting from Macintosh .................................................110 dismounting from Windows ..................................................108 features ...............................................................
Index H hardware for mounting FS-100 to camcorder ................................111 HD resolution and frames ................................................................103 HDD mode ............................................................................................19 screen ............................................................................................54 storing multiple record modes and file formats ....................29 high capacity battery ..................................
Index L LCD contrast .........................................................................................70 recovering display ........................................................................6 LCD Contrast ........................................................................................70 LCD display ............................................................................................6 LCD displays ..................................................................................
Index Media Composer ................................................................................105 menu screens ........................................................................................16 messages, error ...................................................................................116 missing components ..............................................................................2 modes DD Drive .....................................................................................
Index normal ....................................................................................................47 REC, LCD display ......................................................................97 NTSC AG-HVX200 VFR settings .........................................................38 fast forward speeds ......................................................................8 inputs for DVCPRO/DV ...........................................................12 inputs for DVCPRO50 ......................
Index AG-HVX200 VFR settings .........................................................38 fast forward speeds ......................................................................8 feature availability ......................................................................40 inputs for DVCPRO/DV ...........................................................12 inputs for DVCPRO50 ...............................................................12 inputs for DVCPROHD ...............................................
Index VF ..................................................................................................54 VF, mode indicator .....................................................................43 power alarm .............................................................................................15 cord .................................................................................................2 dc connector ................................................................................
Index identifying master/slave volumes ...........................................55 individual frames .......................................................................50 LCD display ................................................................................97 local ...............................................................................................32 loop ........................................................................................ 47, 50 mode indicator ...................
Index number of files generated ..........................................................78 remote control .......................................................................................11 using wired control ....................................................................91 removing hardware ...........................................................................108 removing the battery ...........................................................................22 re-organizing clips ......
Index TC Set ...........................................................................................63 time lapse record ........................................................................51 UB Set ...........................................................................................64 upgrade ........................................................................................86 upgrade error ....................................................................... 87, 88 utilities ........
Index stream, input .........................................................................................26 syncro slave ...........................................................................................32 default setting .............................................................................35 LCD displays ...............................................................................97 mode .............................................................................................
Index video I/O, DVCPRO50 ............................................................113 video I/O, DVCPROHD .........................................................113 technical specifications, power ........................................................114 temperature .........................................................................................117 alarm .............................................................................................15 error message ...........................
Index pause ..............................................................................................9 play .................................................................................................8 record .............................................................................................8 stop .................................................................................................9 TRS mini jack ...............................................................................
Index number of files generated .........................................................78 UB NTSC ......................................................................................44 VFR recording, using in NLEs ...........................................................69 video ....................................................................................................113 AG-HVX200 output .................................................................113 output off ........................
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