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Sony PCM-3348HR User Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
[English]
1st Edition (Revised 1)
Serial No. 10001 and Higher
DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDER
PCM-3348HR

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Sony PCM-3348HR Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
ModelPCM-3348HR
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 Overview

1-1 PCM-3348HR Overview

Provides a general overview of the PCM-3348HR digital audio recorder's capabilities and features.

1-1-1 Outline of the PCM-3348HR

Details the PCM-3348HR's specifications, tape format, compactness, and power consumption.

1-1-2 Optional Accessories

Lists and describes optional accessories available for the PCM-3348HR, such as the DMU-3048 and DABK-3343HR.

Chapter 2 Preparations

2-1 Basic Connections

Covers essential connections for the PCM-3348HR, including analog audio, power, and remote control.

2-2 Powering Up

Explains the procedure for powering on the PCM-3348HR and RM-3348HR units, including self-diagnosis.

2-3 Loading the Tape

Provides instructions for loading tape reels onto the PCM-3348HR, including alignment and tensioning.

2-4 Initial Settings

Details the initial setup procedures, including system control block switch settings and parameter selections.

2-5 Using the Timer

Explains the timer display modes and how to set them on the PCM-3348HR and RM-3348HR units.

2-6 Memory Backup Function

Describes the memory backup function, items retained, and how to activate it for both units.

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

3-1 Channel Settings

Explains how to set REC READY, REPRO, and INPUT states for channels and monitor output behavior.

3-2 Recording Modes

Details the three available recording modes: Advance, Assemble, and Insert recording.

3-3 Prestriping

Explains the purpose and operation of prestriping, which records the CTL signal before recording.

3-4 Advance Recording

Covers advance recording mode for live recording, including simultaneous recording and playback.

3-5 Assemble Recording

Explains assemble recording, including automatic and forced methods for CTL signal addition.

3-6 Analog Audio Channel Recording and Playback

Details recording and playback operations for analog audio channels A1 and A2, including automatic mode.

3-7 Time Code Channel Recording and Playback

Covers time code overview, recording methods, playback methods, and synchronization with video signals.

3-8 Locate Operation

Explains how to store cue points, recall them, and perform zero locate operations for tape positioning.

Chapter 4 Basic Operations of the RM-3348HR Remote Control Unit

4-1 Audio Control

Details audio control operations for recording, monitor channels, and signal muting using the RM-3348HR.

4-2 Setting the Cross Fade Time

Explains how to set the cross fade time using the X’FADE TIME control and its effect on monitor output.

4-3 Tape Transport Operations

Covers tape transport operations including Locate, Roll-Back, Return Playback, and Repeat Playback.

4-4 Auto Punch In/Out

Details auto punch in/out modes, saving points, correcting points, and executing operations.

4-5 Continuous Auto Punch In/Out

Explains how to store and execute multiple punch-in/out points for sequential editing.

4-6 Registers and the LOCATE TIME Display

Describes the unit's registers for storing time values and the functions of the LOCATE TIME display.

4-7 Adjusting the Tape Speed

Provides instructions for adjusting the tape transport speed using the VARI SPEED controls.

4-8 Setting the Preroll Time

Explains how to set the preroll time using direct auto punch-in/out and preroll auto punch-in/out modes.

4-9 Spot Erase Function

Details the procedure for recording a muting signal over a specific interval on the tape for spot erasing.

Chapter 5 Time Shift Editing Using the Sound Memory Function

5-1 What Is Time Shift Editing?

Defines time shift editing as copying audio signals between channels using the sound memory function.

5-2 Overview of Time Shift Editing Using the Sound Memory Function

Outlines the process of time shift editing, including writing to memory, editing, and recording to tape.

5-3 Registers for the Sound Memory Function

Details the special-purpose registers used for sound memory operations, like PS, SA, EA, rS, rE, and Pt.

5-4 Preparations for Time Shift Editing

Covers preparations for time shift editing, including selecting sound memory mode and source/destination channels.

5-5 Setting the Sound Memory Operation Mode

Explains how to set the sound memory operation mode to Manual, Auto Start, or External Trigger.

5-6 External Trigger Mode

Describes the external trigger mode for activating sound memory operations and trigger signal input.

5-7 Writing to the Sound Memory

Details how to write source channel signals to sound memory using Manual, Auto Start, or External Trigger modes.

5-8 Playing Back From the Sound Memory

Explains how to play back sound from memory using Manual, Auto Start, or External Trigger modes.

5-9 Sound Memory Editing

Covers overview of sound memory editing and the procedure for carrying out editing operations.

5-10 Time Shift Editing

Explains time shift editing, including monitor signals, restoring settings, saving points, and adjusting editing points.

Chapter 6 Digital Copy

6-1 Overview

Introduces the digital copy function and its three modes: Two-channel, Multi-channel, and Vocal select.

6-2 Preparations

Details the steps to prepare for digital copying, including selecting the mode and checking notes.

6-3 Selecting the Source and Destination Channels

Provides procedures for selecting source and destination channels in Two-channel and Multi-channel modes.

6-4 Carrying Out a Digital Copy

Explains the procedure for digital copy operation and restoring channel settings post-copy.

6-5 Vocal Select

Details the procedure for selecting source and destination channels for vocal select operations.

Chapter 7 Synchronized Operations

7-1 Sector-Based Synchronization

Covers connections, preparations, and carrying out synchronized operation using sector-based methods.

7-2 Time Code Chase

Explains time code chase function, modes, signal connections, format selection, and operation windows.

Chapter 8 Backup Copy

8-1 Backup Copy Function

Describes the backup copy function, available methods, and connection requirements for perfect tape copying.

8-2 Copying the Digital Audio Signals Only

Details how to make a backup copy of digital audio signals via SDIF-2 or MADI connectors.

8-3 Copying the CTL and Digital Audio Signals

Provides procedures for copying CTL and digital audio signals using PCM-3348HR units, including connections.

Chapter 9 Editing

9-1 Overview

Introduces editing using multiple PCM-3348HR units for sector-based synchronized transfer.

9-2 Connections

Details connection requirements for editing, including monitor signals and cue signals.

9-3 Selecting the Editor Mode

Explains how to select the editor mode and its associated indications on the RM-3348HR.

9-4 Setting Editing Points

Covers setting IN/OUT points on recorder and player, correcting points, and finding IN points.

9-5 Carrying Out Rehearsal and Editing

Provides procedures for carrying out rehearsal, editing, repeated rehearsal, and reviewing edits.

9-6 Rehearsing Individual Editing Points

Explains how to rehearse individual editing points on the recorder or player, including automatic calculations.

Chapter 10 External Synchronization

10-1 Overview

Details synchronization signals like internal clock, word sync, AES/EBU, and composite video signals.

10-2 Using External Synchronization and Two Channel Digital Audio Input and Output

Covers synchronization with other PCM-3348HR units, video equipment, digital VTRs, and processors.

Chapter 11 System Configuration

11-1 Remote Control Connectors and Peripheral Equipment

Describes remote control connectors and peripheral equipment like the RM-3348HR and DMU-3048.

11-2 Playback Signal Output Timing with a Mixing Console

Explains the two timing modes for playback signal output: Normal and Advanced output modes.

11-3 Example System Configurations

Illustrates example system configurations using remote control connectors for various setups.

Chapter 12 Maintenance and Error Messages

12-1 Maintenance

Provides guidance on daily cleaning, demagnetizing heads, and replacing the tape cleaner for optimal performance.

12-2 Warning Lamps

Explains the location and meaning of various warning lamps indicating setting or operational errors.

Appendixes

Location and Function of Parts

Details the location and function of various parts and connectors on the PCM-3348HR and RM-3348HR.

PCM-3348HR

Provides a detailed breakdown of the PCM-3348HR unit's components and their functions.

RM-3348HR

Details the location and function of parts on the RM-3348HR remote control unit.

Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for the PCM-3348HR, including dimensions, power, and performance characteristics.

Accessories Supplied

Lists the standard accessories included with the PCM-3348HR and RM-3348HR units.

Optional Accessories

Lists optional accessories available for purchase to enhance the functionality of the PCM-3348HR system.

Timing Chart

Presents a timing chart illustrating signal timing for various digital audio formats and modes.

Index

An alphabetical index of topics covered in the manual for quick reference.

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