JVC BR-HD50 User Manual

BR-HD50 HD VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
BR-HD50
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HD VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
LLT0088-001A
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JVC BR-HD50 Specifications

General

Number of heads	4
Video signal format	NTSC
Recording Media	MiniDV Tape
Type	VCR
VCR type	HDV
Recording system	HDV
Video Formats Supported	1080i, 720p
Video Resolution	720 x 480
Audio Formats Supported	Dolby Digital
Input/Output	Component, Composite, S-Video
Tape Format Compatibility	MiniDV, DVCAM, DV
Playback Modes	slow motion, frame advance

Summary

Important Safeguards

Safety Precautions (For USA & Canada)

Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel Overview

Identifies and describes the controls and indicators on the unit's front panel.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Details various switches, indicators, and terminals on the front panel.

Front Panel Buttons and Functions

Explains the functions of various buttons and special function keys on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Describes the various input and output terminals located on the rear panel.

Rear Panel Terminals and Components

Details rear panel terminals like IEEE1394, SERIAL REMOTE, and other components.

Connection

Connecting Video Signals

Guides on how to connect various video sources and output destinations.

Connecting Audio Signals

Provides instructions for connecting analog and digital audio input and output.

Preparation

Operation Method and Operation Lock

Explains how to select operating modes and enable/disable the operation lock function.

Setting and Displaying Date and Time

Guides on setting the internal clock and configuring date/time display.

Selecting HD Signal Format

Recording

Settings for Analog Signal Input

Settings for Digital Video Format

Adjusting Audio Recording Level

Recording Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for recording video and audio signals.

Playback

Playback Settings

Basic Playback Procedure

Step-by-step guide for playing back recorded tapes.

Time Code

Displaying the Time Code

Presetting the Time Code

Instructions for setting time code and user's bit values for editing.

Recording the Time Code

Methods for recording time code data from various sources.

Playing Back the Time Code

Edit

Using a Non-Linear Editing System

Guides on connecting and controlling the unit with NLE systems via RS-422A or IEEE1394.

Important Safety Instructions