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FS100
DVCPROHD DVCPRO50 DVCPRO/DV
Portable DTE Recorder
User Guide
Release 1.0
Part Number: MANL102306
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LEGAL NOTICES THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL AND TRADE SECRET INFORMATION OF FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS AND ITS RECEIPT OR POSSESSION DOES NOT CONVEY ANY RIGHTS TO REPRODUCE OR DISCLOSE ITS CONTENTS, OR TO MANUFACTURE, USE, OR SELL ANYTHING THAT IT MAY DESCRIBE. USE IN WHOLE OR IN PART WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION OF FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN. EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE TO ENSURE THAT THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT IS COMPLETE AND ACCURATE AT THE TIME OF PR
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Contacting FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS: Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00PM (Central Time) Email: support@focusinfo.com Telephone: 7633981658 Fax: 7635717688 Address: Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 www.focusinfo.com Serial Number The serial number for this equipment is located on the back of the unit. Please write this serial number on the enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. ii
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Regulations and Safety Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 Model Number: FS100 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. This equipmen
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Compliance FS100 is a device marketed for use in industrial or business environments. The FS100 complies with the regulations the following testing agencies: Australia and New Zealand CTick logo and statement go here European Union CE logo and statement go here iv
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Safety Symbols In the FS100 Unit This symbol indicates the presence of an uninsulated Dangerous Voltage within the product’s enclosure that may constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. In the FS100 Documentation This symbol indicates important operating or maintenance (ser vicing) information that the user should read and understand. This symbol indicates supplementary information about fea tures, functions, or operations that may be of interest to the user. Documentation R
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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 StandBy Position The On/Off switch Does Not Separate the Unit From the Main Power when it is in the standby position. Power Sources Use only power source
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PowerCord Protection • Routing PowerCords 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. • NonUse Period During extended periods when the device is not used, unplug it from the power source and retract the powercord. Grounding or Polarization • Polarized If this product is equipped wit
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Lightning and Power Surges During electrical storms or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the FS100 from the power source and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Power Lines Do not locate an outside antenna system in the vicinity of overhead power lines, electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall onto such lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or cir
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Servicing Unplug the device from the power outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: • When the powersupply cord or plug is damaged. • If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. • If the product has been exposed to rain or water. • If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. The incorrect adjustment
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Ventilation Do not block the ventilation openings in the FS100 body. Overheating can occur and damage the device. Do not place this device in a builtin installation, such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided. x
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Table of Contents Introduction 1 DTE Eliminates Preedit Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 FS100 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Quickstart 5 Physical Description and Basic Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents Record and Playback with the FS100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Power On the FS100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Select HDD Recorder Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Select a DV File Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Set Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Record With the FS100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Manual Recording . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents LCD CONTRAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Functions Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Functions List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Assigning Clips to Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Utilities Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
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Table of Contents Mounting Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Mounting FS100 to a Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Clipping to a Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Technical Specifications 95 Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Input/Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Focus Enhancements’ FireStore FS100 portable directtoedit (DTE) disk recorder. The FireStore FS 100 is the first portable DVCPROHD/DVCPRO50/DVCPRO/DV disk recorder with DTE technology designed for hand held camcorders in a small, rugged and shock proof chassis. If you edit with applications from Adobe, Apple, Avid, Canopus, Matrox, Pinnacle, Sony, Ulead, and many others, FireStore's DTE Technology is the only solution that can save hundreds of
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Introduction Unpacking 2 1 3 7 6 4 5 Verify that the FS100 has the following items: 1. FS100 unit 2. Belt clip 3. User guide 4. Firewire cables, four and one foot long, 4pin to 6pin 5. Power cord 6. Power supply with cable and connector to the FS100 7. Removable LiIon battery pack Missing or Damaged Components If there are missing or damaged items, contact Focus Enhancements Support for assistance. Email: Support@focusinfo.com Telephone: 7633981658 2 FS100 Portab