User manual EDIROL DV-7DL PRO

Owner's Manual 201b Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:"USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 4), and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 6). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner's manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. 206j 207 209 220 * * * * * Windows® is known officially as: "Microsoft® Windows® operating system." Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. V-LINK ( ) is a trademark of Roland Corporation. 237 202 Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Never use with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table except as specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 9. For the U.K. WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : DV-7DL PRO VIDEO EDITING SYSTEM Edirol Corporation North America 425 Sequoia Drive, Suite 114, Bellingham, WA 98226 (360) 594-4276 2 For EU Countries CAUTION Apparatus containing Lithium batteries Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruks joner. VAROITUS Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti. For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC. For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ­ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit. For Canada NOTICE This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. AVIS Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. 3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers other adverse effects respect to the home furnishings, as well animals or pets. to damage or caused with and all its to domestic The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled. The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet. 008a 001 · Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's Manual. .......................................................................................................... 001-50 · The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the rear side of unit. .......................................................................................................... 008e · Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. .......................................................................................................... 002a · Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device. .......................................................................................................... 009 · Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. .......................................................................................................... 003 · Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page. .......................................................................................................... 004 · Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards! .......................................................................................................... 010 · Never use or store the unit in places that are: · Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are · Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are · Humid; or are · Exposed to rain; or are · Dusty; or are · Subject to high levels of vibration. .......................................................................................................... 007 · This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist. .......................................................................................................... 011 · Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. .......................................................................................................... · Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces. .......................................................................................................... 4 012a: · Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page when: · The power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or · If smoke or unusual odor occurs · Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or · The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or · The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. .......................................................................................................... 013 101a · The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. .......................................................................................................... 102b · Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit. .......................................................................................................... 103a: · In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit. .......................................................................................................... 014 · At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire. .......................................................................................................... 104 · Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) .......................................................................................................... 015 · Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children. .......................................................................................................... 106 · Do not force the unit's power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords--the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord's outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through. .......................................................................................................... 016 · Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit. .......................................................................................................... 107b · Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit. .......................................................................................................... 108a · Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page. .......................................................................................................... 017 · Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices. .......................................................................................................... 109a · Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 30). .......................................................................................................... 110a · The Voltage Selection Switch permits you to operate the unit with a number of different line voltages. You must never change the switch setting unless you are absolutely sure of what is appropriate for the region you are located. Always consult with your dealer, or qualified Roland service personnel before touching the switch. .......................................................................................................... 023 · Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet. · DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result. .......................................................................................................... 026 · Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth. .......................................................................................................... 5 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" on p. 3 , please read and observe the following: Power Supply 301 Maintenance 401a · Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet. 307 · For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. 402 · Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation. · Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices. 308 Repairs and Data · Please be aware that all data contained in the unit's memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up a DV tape, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. · Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord's plug should be one that is within easy reach. Placement 351 Additional Precautions 551 · Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference. 352a · Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit's memory on a DV tape. 552 · This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers. 352b · Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a hard disk once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. 553 · Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off. 354a · Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit's buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions. 556 · Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit. 355b · When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself--never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable's internal elements. 557 · A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation. 558a · When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated. · To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit's volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night). 6 559a · When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials. 562 · Do not leave the unit in any environment subject to temperature extremes; for example, in a closed automobile in summer or outdoors during winter. · Do not use the unit in conditions of high temperature and humidity or in any location subject to rapid temperature changes. · Do not unplug the power cord or switch off any circuit breakers in the circuit to which the unit is connected while the power is turned on. · Do not move the unit while the power is turned on or immediately after turning off the power. When transporting the unit, first turn off the power and confirm that the display screen has gone off, disconnect the power plug, then wait at least two minutes before moving the device. · Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions. · Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable. · Due to the structural design of this instrument, small pets or other animals could end up getting trapped inside it. If such a situation is encountered, you must immediately switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the outlet. You should then consult with the retailer from whom the instrument was purchased, or contact the nearest Roland Service Center. Emergency Procedures 813 Handling CD-ROMs 801 · Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner. Handling Hard Disks Important Performance and Image Data 811 * The following procedures are to be used as emergency measures only, and are not recommended for normal operation. · If the device fails to respond to operational commands or does not complete operations, turn off the power. If the power does not shut off following normal shutdown procedures, disconnect the power plug. If the unit does not operate normally when the power is turned on again, it may mean that the hard disk has been damaged. In such instances, consult your dealer or the nearest Roland Service Center. Note, however, that it may not be possible to recover any data from the hard disk once it has been lost. If your device features drive check capabilities, use the drive check function to regularly confirm that there are no problems, even when the device is operating normally. For more detailed information on the shutdown and drive check procedures, refer to the Owner's Manual. · Once a hard disk fails to function normally, all data that has been stored on it could be destroyed. All hard disks eventually wear out. We recommend that you consider the hard disk not as a permanent storage site, but as a place to store data temporarily. We also recommend that you back up important performance and image data that cannot be recorded again onto the external media that is supported by your device. For instructions on how to make such backups, refer to the owner's manual for your device. Note that Roland assumes no liability whatsoever, including monetary compensation, for the loss of any recorded content in the event of the malfunction of, or physical damage to the hard disk, or for any direct or incidental damages resulting from the loss of such data. Copyright 851 · Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public performance, broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical composition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a third party is prohibited by law. 852a ---- Precautions Regarding Setup and Use 812 · Certain hard disk setup procedures and usage conditions may result in the corruption of recorded data, malfunctioning, or physical damage to the disk, so be sure to observe the following precautions. · Do not subject the hard disk to vibration or shock, especially while the unit is in operation. · Do not set up the unit in any location where it may be affected by vibration from external sources, or on any surface that is not stable and level. · If the device includes a cooling fan, ensure that the fan and the side panel air vents remain unobstructed. · When exchanging video signals with an external device via a digital connection, this unit can perform recording without being subject to the restrictions of the Copy Generation Management System (CGMS). This is because this unit is intended expressly for video production, and is designed not to be subject to restrictions for the production of works that do not infringe on copyrights held by others (such as video sequences you create yourself). (CGMS is a system designed to prevent recording of copies.) 853 · Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit. 7 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY......................................................................4 IMPORTANT NOTES ...............................................................................6 Contents ..................................................................................................8 Conventions Used in This Manual ......................................................15 Introduction ...........................................................................................16 Direct Linear Editing .................................................................................................................... 16 A Simple, Easy-to-understand Digital-video Editing Unit..................................................... 16 Nonstop Editing Features ............................................................................................................ 16 Enhanced Effects ........................................................................................................................... 16 Convenient Audio-editing Features........................................................................................... 17 Create Sophisticated Titles with Ease ........................................................................................ 17 Other Features ............................................................................................................................... 17 Names of Things and What They Do...................................................18 DV-7DL PRO Unit ....................................................................................................... 18 Front Panel ..................................................................................................................................... 18 Rear Panel....................................................................................................................................... 19 Accessories.................................................................................................................... 20 Mouse.............................................................................................................................................. 20 Installing the Unit..................................................................................22 Making the Connections ............................................................................................. 23 Connection Sequence.................................................................................................................... 24 Connecting the Video Equipment .............................................................................................. 26 Connecting Audio Equipment .................................................................................................... 28 Starting Up / Shut Down.......................................................................30 Starting Up ..................................................................................................................................... 30 Shutting Down............................................................................................................................... 31 Using the Mouse ...................................................................................32 Getting Ready to Edit ...........................................................................34 What Is a Project? .......................................................................................................................... 34 Creating a New Project ............................................................................................... 35 Opening an Existing Project ....................................................................................... 36 Name and Functions of Editing Screen Features ..............................38 Capturing Video Material .....................................................................40 Capturing Video Material........................................................................................... 40 Get ready to perform capture...................................................................................................... 40 Name and Function of Capture Screen...................................................................................... 41 Capturing Video Material from DV ........................................................................................... 42 Using DV Auto Split After Capture ........................................................................................... 48 Capturing from Analog Jacks (S-VIDEO or VIDEO Jacks) ..................................................... 49 Using the One-frame Record Feature......................................................................................... 52 Making Advanced Settings for Captured Video Material..................................... 54 About the Material Window ....................................................................................................... 54 8 Contents Displaying the Detailed View Window..................................................................................... 54 Names and Features of the Detailed View Window................................................................ 55 Playing Back Material on the Material Palette.......................................................................... 56 Setting the Length of Material (In Point/Out Point) ............................................................... 58 Color Correction Feature ............................................................................................................. 61 Naming Captured Material ......................................................................................................... 63 Adding a Note to Captured Material......................................................................................... 65 Editing Video .........................................................................................66 Basic of Editing............................................................................................................. 66 Storyboard Palette & Timeline Palette ....................................................................................... 66 Selecting Material.......................................................................................................................... 67 Redo (Undo) Feature .................................................................................................................... 67 Performing Editing on the Storyboard Palette ........................................................ 68 Names and Features of Components on the Storyboard Palette ........................................... 68 Changing to the Storyboard Palette ........................................................................................... 69 Basic Operation of Storyboard ................................................................................... 70 Arranging Video Material (Storyboard) .................................................................................... 70 Making Advanced Settings for Arranged Video Material (Storyboard Palette) ................. 71 Changing the Order of Material (Storyboard) .......................................................................... 72 Copying the Order of Material (Storyboard) ............................................................................ 73 Playing Back a Sequence (Storyboard)....................................................................................... 74 Applying Effects When Video Material Changes (Storyboard Palette)................................ 75 Performing Editing on the Timeline Palette ............................................................ 78 Names and Features of Components on the Timeline Palette ............................................... 78 Changing to the Timeline Palette................................................................................................ 79 Basic Operation of Timeline Palette .......................................................................... 80 Position Bar .................................................................................................................................... 80 Audio Scrub ................................................................................................................................... 81 Playing Back the Sequence (Timeline Palette) .......................................................................... 82 Enlarging or Reducing the Timeline Palette ............................................................................. 84 Arranging Video Material (Timeline) ........................................................................................ 85 Copying Video Material (Timeline Palette) .............................................................................. 86 Edit Mode Referenced to the Main Track.................................................................................. 87 Removing Placed Material (Timeline) ....................................................................................... 88 Moving Placed Material (Timeline)............................................................................................ 90 Replacing Placed Material (Timeline) ........................................................................................ 91 Copying Material (Timeline) ....................................................................................................... 92 Changing the Length of Material on the Timeline Palette ...................................................... 94 Finding Material in the Material palette from the Timeline ................................................... 95 Making Advanced Settings for Arranged Video Material (Timeline Palette)...................... 95 How to Apply Transition Effects (Transition FX) .................................................................... 96 Using the Insert Track ................................................................................................................ 100 Capturing Audio Material ...................................................................102 Capturing Audio Material........................................................................................ 102 Capturing Audio from a Cassette Tape or Other Audio Device.......................................... 102 Capturing Audio from CD ........................................................................................................ 106 Capturing Sounds Created on a Computer............................................................................. 109 Making Advanced Settings for Captured Audio Material .................................. 110 About the Material Window ..................................................................................................... 110 Displaying the Detailed View Window................................................................................... 110 Names and Features of the Detailed View Window.............................................................. 111 Playing Back Material on the Material Palette........................................................................ 112 Setting the Length of Material (In Point/Out Point) ............................................................. 114 Naming Captured Material ....................................................................................................... 117 Adding a Note to Captured Material....................................................................................... 119 9 Contents Editing Audio.......................................................................................120 Editing Captured Audio ........................................................................................... 120 Arranging Audio Material......................................................................................................... 120 Expanded View of the Audio Tracks ....................................................................................... 121 Using Multiple Pieces of Audio Material at One Time ......................................................... 122 Inserting Audio While Playing Back a Sequence (Punch-In Feature) ................................. 123 Inserting Narration .................................................................................................... 125 Deleting Placed Audio Material................................................................................................ 127 Moving Placed Audio Material................................................................................................. 127 Copying Placed Audio Material ............................................................................................... 127 Replacing Placed Audio Material ............................................................................................. 127 Adjusting the Length of Placed Audio Material .................................................................... 127 Adjusting the Volume ............................................................................................... 128 Normalizing the Volume of Different Tracks in Advance.................................................... 128 Making the Volume Level Rise and Fall Gradually............................................................... 129 Applying Partial Volume Changes........................................................................................... 131 Creating Titles .....................................................................................132 Names and Features of the Components of the Titler ........................................................... 132 Display the Titler........................................................................................................ 134 Close the Titler............................................................................................................................. 134 Creating a Title ........................................................................................................... 135 Displaying on the Monitor......................................................................................................... 135 Saving a Created Title ............................................................................................... 136 Saving a Created Title by Overwriting .................................................................................... 136 Saving a Created Title Under a Different Name .................................................................... 137 Creating Text .............................................................................................................. 138 Changing the Typeface (Font) ................................................................................................... 140 Adjusting the Size of Text .......................................................................................................... 142 Adjusting the Angle of Text ...................................................................................................... 143 You can make the setting for either vertical or horizontal text. ........................................... 144 Changing the Text Spacing (Pitch) ........................................................................................... 145 Using Foreign Characters and Special Symbols ..................................................................... 146 Drawing Shapes ......................................................................................................... 148 Drawing Lines ............................................................................................................ 150 Drawing Straight Lines .............................................................................................................. 150 Drawing Curves .......................................................................................................................... 152 User defined Text and Shapes.................................................................................. 154 Simple User Defined Styles ....................................................................................................... 154 Text/Shape Embellishment Palette .......................................................................................... 156 Applying Color............................................................................................................................ 158 Applying Gradation to Text and Shapes ................................................................................. 162 Pasting Textures into Text and Shapes .................................................................................... 164 Applying Edge............................................................................................................................. 166 Applying Shadow ....................................................................................................................... 169 Types of Pictures ........................................................................................................ 172 Using Built-in Pictures................................................................................................................ 172 Making Part of a Title into a Picture......................................................................................... 175 Modifying Pictures...................................................................................................................... 176 Capturing External Title Material............................................................................................. 178 Creating a Picture from Video on the Timeline...................................................................... 180 Replacing Pictures....................................................................................................................... 181 Layout the Text / Shapes / Pictures. ...................................................................... 182 Adjust the position...................................................................................................................... 182 10 Contents Adjust the size. ............................................................................................................................ 183 Deleting Text and Shapes........................................................................................................... 184 Copying Object ............................................................................................................................ 185 Overlapping Objects ................................................................................................................... 186 How to Select Overlapping Shapes .......................................................................................... 187 Grid View ..................................................................................................................................... 188 Arranging Text and Shapes Using the Guide ......................................................................... 188 Auto Layout Feature................................................................................................................... 189 Making See-through Titles with Text and Shapes.................................................................. 190 Create Background .................................................................................................... 192 Use Background Built in ............................................................................................................ 192 Making the Setting for a Monochrome Background.............................................................. 196 Making Video Material into a Still Picture .............................................................................. 197 Creating Rolling Titles .............................................................................................. 198 Entering Text Spanning Multiple Lines at One Time ............................................................ 202 Importing Text from a Computer ............................................................................................. 206 Aligning Text and Shapes with a Specified Location ............................................................ 208 Moving Text Strings As a Group (Inserting Blank Lines/Removing Unneeded Space Between Lines)............................................................................................................................. 209 Creating a Crawling Title ......................................................................................... 210 Setting the Length of a Title, and How It Appears and Disappears .................. 214 Making Settings for How Titles Appear and Disappear...................................... 215 Changing the Settings for the Titler ........................................................................ 216 Editing Title .........................................................................................218 Inserting Titles into a Sequence ............................................................................... 218 Deleting a Placed Title................................................................................................................ 220 Moving a Placed Title ................................................................................................................. 220 Copying a Placed Title................................................................................................................ 220 Replacing a Placed Title ............................................................................................................. 220 Adjusting the Length (Duration) of a Placed Title ................................................................. 220 Inserting Title While Playing Back a Sequence (Punch-In Feature) ...................................................................................................................... 221 Modifying a Title Placed on the Timeline Palette .................................................................. 223 Effects ..................................................................................................226 Transition Effects (Transition FX)............................................................................ 226 Applying Transition Effects (Transition FX)........................................................................... 226 Bridges .......................................................................................................................................... 228 Rendering ..................................................................................................................................... 229 Making Settings for Transition Effects (Transition FX) ......................................................... 230 Filter Effects (Filter FX) ............................................................................................. 232 Applying Filter Effects (Filter FX)............................................................................................. 232 Making Settings for Filter Effects (Filter FX)........................................................................... 233 Composition Effects (Composition FX) .................................................................. 234 Applying Composition Effects (Composition FX) ................................................................. 234 Making Settings for Composition Effects (Composition FX) ............................................... 235 Audio Effects (Audio FX) ......................................................................................... 236 Changing the Settings for Audio Effects (Audio FX)............................................................. 237 Saving Created Effects in the Material palette....................................................... 239 Using the Motion Feature to Make Settings for Movement ................................ 240 Creating a Moving Inset Screen ................................................................................................ 241 Moving Mosaic or Blur............................................................................................................... 246 11 Contents Creating Material.................................................................................252 Creating Video Material with Effects...................................................................... 252 Slow Motion................................................................................................................................. 254 Fast Motion .................................................................................................................................. 255 Reverse Motion............................................................................................................................ 256 Strobe Motion .............................................................................................................................. 257 Video with Afterimages (Image Trailer).................................................................................. 258 Creating Video Inverted Vertically or Horizontally .............................................................. 259 Creating Audio Material with Effects..................................................................... 260 Raising the Volume Level with Normalize ............................................................................. 260 Applying Voice Arranger .......................................................................................................... 262 Creating Still Video.................................................................................................... 264 Creating Still Video Material from Video Material................................................................ 264 Create Video Material from Still image .................................................................. 266 Create "Dynamic" Video Material from Still Image ............................................................... 266 Creating Still Video from Material on a CD-ROM or Card Reader..................................... 272 Performing Detailed Editing on the Timeline Palette ......................276 Names and Features of Components on the Timeline Palette ............................ 276 Changing to the Timeline Palette.............................................................................................. 277 Basic Operation of Storyboard ................................................................................. 278 Various Methods for Moving the Position Bar ....................................................................... 278 Scrub Feature ............................................................................................................................... 279 Timeline Palette +/- Memory Buttons..................................................................................... 280 Selecting Material....................................................................................................... 281 Selecting Material on Multiple Tracks ..................................................................................... 281 Setting In points and Out points in a Sequence .................................................... 282 Using Timeline Markers ........................................................................................... 283 Add a Timeline Marker.............................................................................................................. 283 Delete a marker. .......................................................................................................................... 284 Arranging Video Material (Timeline) ..................................................................... 285 Removing Placed Material (Timeline) .................................................................... 286 Removing All Material in a Specified Range .......................................................................... 287 Moving Placed Material (Timeline)......................................................................... 288 Overwrite Mode......................................................................................................... 289 Insert Mode................................................................................................................. 289 Copying Material ....................................................................................................... 290 Changing the Length of Material on the Timeline Palette................................... 292 Moving the Seam for Material (Rolling Feature).................................................................... 293 Splitting Material on a Track.................................................................................... 294 Making Advanced Settings for Arranged Video Material................................... 295 Shifting Subsequent Material After Reducing the Length of a Piece of Material.............. 295 A/B Roll Editing ........................................................................................................ 296 Switching the Video with the On-screen T-bar ...................................................................... 298 Performing A/B Roll Editing for Only a Specific Range ...................................................... 299 Modifying the Results of A/B Roll Editing............................................................................. 300 Editing Tracks............................................................................................................. 304 Packing Tracks Toward the Beginning .................................................................................... 304 Inserting a Blank Space in a Track............................................................................................ 306 Copying and Pasting Tracks...................................................................................................... 308 Temporarily Hiding the Video on the Insert Track (Mute) ................................. 309 12 Contents Extracting Synchronized Audio Recording ........................................................... 310 Feature for Grouping Part of a Sequence As a Single Piece of Video Material 312 About Rendering........................................................................................................ 314 Deleting a Sequence................................................................................................... 315 Management Materials .......................................................................316 About the Material Palette ......................................................................................................... 316 Changing the Material Palette ................................................................................. 316 Naming Captured Material ...................................................................................... 317 Using the Fixed Thumbnail View Feature .............................................................................. 318 Feature for Changing the Audio-material Icons..................................................................... 319 Finding the Material You Need in the Material palette ....................................... 320 Changing the Appearance of the Material Palette ................................................................. 320 Change the way material is arranged to find what you're looking for............................... 321 Deleting Material in the Material palette ............................................................... 322 Deleting Material Not in Use in a Sequence .......................................................... 324 Extracting Material .................................................................................................... 325 Recording the Sequence....................................................................328 Getting Ready to Record a Sequence ...................................................................... 328 Connecting Equipment for Recording ..................................................................................... 328 Adjusting the Volume Level...................................................................................................... 328 Recording a Sequence ............................................................................................... 330 Using the Library ................................................................................334 Saving to the Library ................................................................................................. 334 Importing from the Library ...................................................................................... 336 Deleting Material from the Library ......................................................................... 337 Using Projects.....................................................................................338 Creating a New Project ............................................................................................. 338 Open the project. ........................................................................................................ 339 Saving a Project .......................................................................................................... 340 Copying a Project....................................................................................................... 341 Changing the Name of a Project .............................................................................. 342 Deleting a Project ....................................................................................................... 342 Feature for Listing and Managing Projects ............................................................ 343 Customizing System Settings ...........................................................345 Other Features ....................................................................................346 Offset Display Feature............................................................................................... 346 Loop Play Feature ...................................................................................................... 347 Feature for Synchronizing with an External Device............................................. 348 Feature for Capturing Computer-generated Data ................................................ 350 Capturing Computer-generated Still-picture Data ................................................................ 350 Exchanging Video with a Computer Through a DV Jack ..................................................... 354 Using Editing Data from a DV-7/DV-7R/DV-7PR .............................................. 355 13 Contents Using Data from the DV-7DL PRO on a DV-7/DV-7R ......................................................... 355 Feature for Resolving Data Errors, Etc. .................................................................. 356 Feature for Eliminating Audio Popping .................................................................................. 356 Feature for Checking the Hard Disk ........................................................................................ 357 Feature for Checking Video Material....................................................................................... 358 If a Problem Occurs..................................................................................................................... 359 Trouble Shooting ................................................................................360 If a Message Is Displayed ......................................................................................... 362 Glossary...............................................................................................363 Specifications......................................................................................366 Index.....................................................................................................368 14 Conventions Used in This Manual New Features on the DV-7DL PRO Features indicated by __ are newly added with the DV-7DL PRO. This symbol appears in the descriptions of features added since the DV-7DL. Explanations of Operations The explanations in this manual are based on the operations of the mouse and keyboard included with the DV-7DL PRO, as well as the DV-7DLC and the DL-CR1. - For information on mouse operation, refer to p. 32. - For information on the operation of the DV-7DLC, refer to the "DV-7DLC Owner's Manual." - For information on the operation of the DL-CR1, refer to the "DL-CR1 Owner's Manual." Important Notes You should give particular attention to the explanations marked with a " *," since they contain important cautionary information that you should be aware of. Be sure to read them carefully. This manual uses graphic representations of the display to explain features, but please be aware that the factory-default settings (the values for various setting items) may not always match what is portrayed by the graphic representations. 15 Introduction Direct Linear Editing Direct linear video editing lets you create sequences just the way you want, offering immediate expression of your creative aspirations. You can carry out operations intuitively, without interrupting your creative thinking processes. All you need to create great sequences is sensitive expressiveness---it's almost like playing a musical instrument.The DV-7DL PRO is provided with the following features, making it possible to achieve direct linear editing. A dedicated video editing units that let you start editing right away, edit by feel rather than by frames. A Simple, Easy-to-understand Digital-video Editing Unit A Dedicated Video-editing Unit That Lets You Start Editing Right Away This is a dedicated video-editing unit, so you can start editing as soon as you turn the unit on. A Simple, Easy-to-use Operating Environment This unit is designed expressly for video editing, so you can start using it productively right away, even if you're a first-time user. Non-editing tasks take up very little time or trouble. You can plunge right into the realm of editing immediately, without having to learn or remember any difficult computer operations. Intuitive A/B Roll Editing The unit features an A/B roll editor, which lets you switch intuitively between the video captured from two video cameras. You can use the DV-7DLC to switch the video any way you want. A Robust System This unit boasts a stable system that remains completely reliable even during long editing sessions. You can carry out editing without worry, even when working on lengthy sequences. The unit also features built-in data protection, which backs up your data during editing. This protects important data even if the power is inadvertently switched off. Nonstop Editing Features Operations with a Linear Feel This unit is equipped with nonstop editing features, which let you edit a sequence as you play it back. For instance, you can perform such editing operations as inserting video, titles, and narration while sequence playback is in progress. This lets you make well-timed edits, much like linear editing. Punch-In and Punch-Out Features You can paste in titles and audio material at just the right timing as you play back a sequence. You can perform pasting in a single step, so you don't have to make any troublesome settings. Enhanced Effects Newly developed real-time processing features let you carry out video editing with versatile effects (dissolve and wipe), titles, and even two-picture compositing, such as picture-in-picture and double exposure, without having to perform rendering. Added Effects Eight new effects have been added to the effects available with the DV-7DL PRO. included are in real-time effects, such as Luminance Key and Chroma Key, which formerly required rendering. 16 Introduction Convenient Audio-editing Features Narration Features You can add narration directly using a microphone as you play back a sequence. This lets you insert narration at the scenes you want as you view sequence playback, just like professional post-recording. And of course you can redo the operation as many times as you like. Scrub Audio The scrub audio lets you perform edits of your sequences that are referenced to subtle changes in the sound. This makes it possible to perform editing at just the right places where the vocals and music change. High-quality Audio Processing Roland's audio-processing technology lets you perform high-quality audio processing. You can apply such audio effects as a four-band equalizer and compressor, enabling you to enhance the audio in your sequence. Create Sophisticated Titles with Ease A Rich Array of Text Embellishments You can enhance text with such embellishments as edge, shadow, and see-through text. The unit also comes with 22 font styles, enabling you to create titles perfectly matched to the mood and atmosphere. A Wide Range of Shape-drawing Features In addition to creating text, you can also draw circles, squares, and other shapes, as well as lines and curves. By combining these shapes, you can create titles that are even more expressive. Capture Video from External Sources You can capture photographs and graphics from external sources by using CD-ROMs. This lets you use your own original material to create your very own titles. Create Rolling and Crawling Titles You can easily use the Titler to create rolling and crawling titles, like the ending credits for movies. It's also possible to capture text from a computer. Other Features A Rich Array of Expansion Options You can increase DV storage dramatically by purchasing additional removable hard disk. Removable hard disks are easy to install and remove, allowing you to organize your work by using a different disk for each project. A variety of other additional features are also available, including picture-material collections which are useful for making titles, as well as videomaterial collections. External Synchronization Features You can operate the unit in sync with a VS-2000/2400/2480 series audio multitrack recorder from Roland. Synchronization with an external recorder capable of offering a rich variety of audio capabilities lets you achieve sophisticated audio editing. 17 Names of Things and What They Do DV-7DL PRO Unit Front Panel 1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 CD-ROM drive This is where a CD-ROM is inserted. 8 9 10 MIC IN jack This is for connecting a microphone. EJECT button This lets you open the CD-ROM drive. Mic volume This adjusts the volume level for the microphone. CD-ROM access light This indicates when the CD-ROM drive is in operation. DV 2 jack This can be used to connect equipment that has a DV jack, such as a digital video camera. 4 CD forced-eject hole Use this hole if the CD-ROM drive does not open because of some problem. 11 USB connector This can be used to connect optional equipment such as a memory-card reader. 5 Removable hard-disk bay This can be used to hold an optional removable hard disk. 12 13 Hard-disk light This indicates when the hard disk is in use. 6 7 Power light This indicates when the DV-7DL PRO is running. Headphones volume This adjusts the volume level for the headphones. 14 PHONES jack This is for connecting headphones. Power switch This switches on the DV-7DL PRO. 18 Names of Things and What They Do Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Output connectors These output video and audio to television monitors and audio equipment. 5 6 KEYBOARD connector This is for connecting the keyboard. 2 USB connector This is for connecting the mouse and the DV7DLC. Input connectors These can be used to input video and audio from video and audio equipment. 3 4 7 AC IN This is for connecting the AC connector. VGA connector This is for connecting the display. 8 MOUSE connector This is for connecting the mouse. DV 1 jack This can be used to connect equipment that has a DV jack, such as a digital video camera. * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. 19 Names of Things and What They Do Accessories Mouse 1 2 1 Left button This is used for operations such as confirming, selecting, and manipulating onscreen items. 2 Right button This is used to make settings for on-screen options. Use the mouse on the included mouse pad or on a commercially available optical mouse pad. Place the mouse pad on a flat and level surface. Using the mouse on any surface without a pad may result in unintended operation. Be sure to use a mouse pad. 20 Names of Things and What They Do 21 Installing the Unit The DV-7DL PRO is a precision device. Be sure to read the sections "Important Safety Instructions" (p. 4) and "Using the Unit Safely" (p. 6) and install the unit in a safe location. To be free of all obstructions and ensure proper ventilation, leave at least 15 centimeters of free space at the front and back of the DV-7DL PRO. In addition to the space for the DV-7DL PRO itself, it is also necessary to leave enough space for installing a display (sold separately) , the keyboard, the mouse, and the DV-7DL PRO. We recommend installing the unit in a location with plenty of space. Required Equipment Other Than the DV-7DL PRO When using the DV-7DL PRO, you also need a display and television monitor to view and check your work. 1. Display This is required to display the editing screen. You can use a computer monitor that meets the following conditions. *For more information, contact your vendor. *You can use either a flat-screen, liquid-crystal display (LCD) or a cathode-ray tube (CRT) display. Use an item suited to the installation location. Resolution Refresh rate Input connector XGA (1,024 x 768) or higher 60 Hz or higher Analog D-Sub 15-pin 2. Television monitor This is required for verifying and viewing the video you edit with the DV-7DL PRO. You can use a household-use television monitor. If you want to verify the final output more accurately, it may be a good idea to use a commercial television monitor 22 Installing the Unit Making the Connections Make the connections for the DV-7DL PRO and the other equipment as shown in the figure below. Make the connections in the order described below. Connection diagram DV-7DL Rear Panel 3 VGA Cable Video Cable or S- Video Cable Audio Cable To Power Supply Keyboard Mouse VGA Display TV Monitor * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. 23 Installing the Unit Connection Sequence 1 Connect the display. Connect the display (available separately) to the area on the rear panel of the DV7DL PRO shown in the figure. Use the cable included with the display to make the connection. * You can use a computer display monitor for this. For more information, refer to "Required Equipment Other Than the DV-7DL PRO (p. 22). DV-7DL Rear Panel VGA Display VGA Cable 2 Connect the television monitor. Connect the television monitor at the area shown in the figure. TV Monitor S Video L R Audio Input DV-7DL Rear Panel S-Video Cable or Video Cable 24 Installing the Unit 3 Use an optional video cable or S-Video cable to make the connection.Connect the keyboard and the mouse. Connect the included mouse and keyboard at the areas shown in the figure. Connect the keyboard and mouse cables directly to the DV-7DL PRO. Mouse DV-7DL Rear Panel Keyboard 25 Installing the Unit Connecting the Video Equipment