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Chapter 1 Overview
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Track trimming function
You can temporarily modify the starting and ending
points of a track. The head trimming edit allows you
to specify the starting point in accordance to the audio
rising point.
Digital time meter
The digital time meter displays the accumulated laser
diode recording time and spindle motor operation time.
Easy menu operations
The editing and setting operations on the MDS-B5 are
done using two types of menus: the Edit menu and the
Setup menu. Menu operations are easily done using
the AMS control, turning it to select items and
pressing it to select the setting.
Remote Controller
The supplied remote controller allows you to enter
titles and other text information easily.
Keyboard operations
You can use the supplied keyboard template on any
IBM keyboard to operate the MDS-B5.
Remote control function
The MDS-B5 can be controlled by external control
signals input to the REMOTE(25P) connector on the
rear panel. You can select any of four pin assignments
for the REMOTE(25P) connector, depending on the
application.
When the deck is controlled by external control
signals, you can disable the operation buttons and
controls on the front panel by using the Kill Local
function.
RS-232C interface
The MDS-B5 can be controlled by a personal
computer or other external equipment connected to the
deck through the RS-232C interface.
Rack mounting compatibility
Two MDS-B5 decks can be mounted side by side in a
standard 19-inch EIA rack.
TOC data back-up function
If power to the MDS-B5 is suddenly cut off during
recording or editing, edited TOC data in the MDS-
B5’s RAM will be saved and maintained by an internal
back-up power supply for up to three days.
Notes
• TOC data may be lost if the power is cut at the
moment of the beginning or the end of recording or
editing operation.
• Due to the limited capacity of the RAM, cue points
and trimming point specifications are not saved.
Error check function
The MDS-B5 can play back a disc at four times
normal playback speed, allowing you to quickly verify
the integrity of tracks before a broadcast.