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  • Page 1 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder User Guide MANL-1128-03...
  • Page 3 It may not be reproduced or distributed in any form by any means, altered in any fashion, or stored in a data base or retrieval system, without express written permission of FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS. FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS cannot be responsible for unauthorized use of equipment and will not make allowance or credit for unauthorized use or access.
  • Page 4 Lise-Meitner-Str. 15 24223 Schwentinental/ Germany www.focusinfo.com Serial Number The serial number for this equipment is located inside the unit, in the battery compartment. Please record this serial number and keep it in a secure area. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 5 LEGAL NOTICES Regulations and Safety Focus Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA. 95008 Model Number: FS-5 DTE Recorder Date of Manufacture: Reference the Serial Number label attached to the unit. FCC Class B This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment.
  • Page 6 LEGAL NOTICES Compliance FS-5 is a device marketed for use in industrial or business environments. The FS-5 complies with the regulations the following testing agencies: Australia and New Zealand European Union FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 7 Place documentation in a secure place for future reference on operating and safety instructions. • Follow All Operating and Safety Instructions • Pay Attention to All Warnings Warnings are provided to protect the operator, the equipment, and content. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 8: Power Sources

    Verify Power Plugs are Fully Inserted To prevent potential electrical shock to personnel, verify that the FS-5 power cord plug is fully inserted in to a grounded receptor and that the plug blades are not exposed. ATTENTION POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS...
  • Page 9 Lightning and Power Surges During electrical storms or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the FS-5 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.
  • Page 10 If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. • When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. Accessories and Replacement Parts Use only attachments and accessories recommended by Focus Enhancements. Use only replacement parts specified by the Focus Enhancements or of comparable quality and characteristics as the original parts.

  • Page 11: Operating Environment

    LEGAL NOTICES Operating Environment • Avoid moisture, dust, esxtreme heat or cold. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 12 LEGAL NOTICES FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Power - DC 11-18V ..... . . 16 Video I/O - IEEE1394 Camera FireWire Connector 16 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 14 Control - RS232C Serial ....17 Powering the FS-5 ......18 Connecting the FS-5 to AC Power .
  • Page 15 Export Matching ......67 FS-5 Functions ....... .69 General Screen Information .
  • Page 16 BROADCAST ......101 GATEWAY ......102 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 17 Initial Setup ........129 FS-5 to Computer ......129 FS-5 to Wired (Ethernet) Network .
  • Page 18 Mounting Hardware ......149 Mounting FS-5 to a Camcorder ....149 FS-5 Accessories .
  • Page 19 Index ........i -1 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 20 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder xviii...

  • Page 21: Introduction

    DTE Eliminates Pre-edit Processing The FS-5 DTE disk recorder eliminates the need to capture, transfer or convert video clips before editing. The FS-5 is a stand-alone device that records DV25, HD 720p, and HD 1080i video to its disk drive as a NLE native file.

  • Page 22: Assign Custom Metadata On The Fly

    With the FS-5, you can personalize and optimize workflow—while you shoot. With your wireless handheld device or laptop, you can access the FS-5 through a browser, define metadata, and assign it to video while you're recording, eliminating the need to tag footage when the shoot is over.

  • Page 23: Unpacking

    Introduction Unpacking Illustration components of FS-5 Pkg Verify that the FS-5 has the following items: FS-5 unit Li-Ion battery pack, one BATT-0012-01 (Accessory Part Number: ASYF-1323-01LF) Power adapter with connector cable. ‘ PWRS-0039-01 Cable, power (If required for included power supply.) CBLA-0166-01LF Cable, USB, 2.0...

  • Page 24: Features

    Introduction Missing or Damaged Components If there are missing or damaged items, contact Focus Enhancements Support for assistance. Email: support@focusinfo.com Telephone: +1 763-398-1658 EMEA Email: techsupport@como.com Phone: +49 4307-8358-58 www.como.com - www.focusinfo.com Features The FS-5 offers the following features: • Direct To Disk Acquisition...
  • Page 25 • Easy to Use, Control and Update a. The FS-5 interfaces with the camcorder using a FireWire. b. The FS-5 uses USB 2.0 to connect to either a computer or network devices (wired or wireless). c. When a tape is present in the camera, each press of the Start and Stop on the camcorder's record button creates an individual clip on the FS-5 disk.
  • Page 26 • Retro Disk Mode with 10 Second Cache This mode insures that action at the begining of video clip is not missed. In Retro Disk mode, the FS-5 is in a state similar to Pause, except that it is continuously recording video in a loop of user-defined length: up to 10 seconds.
  • Page 27 Mac OS 10.5 and Windows Vista • FAT32 optional. • Wired or Wireless Networking Set up and log metadata while shooting, through the FS-5’s USB 2.0 interface. Mount the FS-5 on either wired or wireless networks using optional USB 2.0 wired or wireless network adapters.

  • Page 28: Overview Of This Guide

    This chapter provides detailed information about each of the FS-5 functions. FS-5 with Other Devices page 125 This chapter describes how to connect the FS-5 to Windows and Mac computers. Native Language Editors (NLEs) page 151 This chapter provides information about integrating the FS-5 metadata capabilities with specific native language editors.

  • Page 29: Quick Start

    Quick Start Quick Start provides the information necessary to start using the FS-5 as quickly as possible. This chapter covers the topics: Physical Description and Controls Front View - Controls page 10 Top View - Input/Output and Power Connectors page 16...

  • Page 30: Physical Description And Controls

    • FS-5 first must be powered on. • Hold down the key for more than a second. Power On Power OFF Press the key for five (5) seconds. During power off, the FS-5 beeps, indicating that it is turning off. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 31: Record / Play Controls

    Quick Start Record / Play Controls Record Play Stop Pause Use these keys to control FS-5 playback and record functions. Typically, these functions are used while on the Screen. HOME Record Press this key once when the FS-5 is in...

  • Page 32: Pause

    Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Fast Forward Backward Down Soft key Use the Scroll Wheel, Select and Soft keys to navigate through the FS-5 menus. The navigation keys are Left , and Right Down Select The soft keys are areas on the Scroll Wheel where, when pressed, act like a key.

  • Page 33: Scroll Wheel And Select Key

    Home Reverse In Play mode, this key runs the FS-5 in reverse mode. Pressing the Left key twice in sequence to return the FS-5 to the previous clip during. mode, press this key to return the FS-5 to the STOP beginning of the previous clip.

  • Page 34: Up And Down Soft Keys

    Down downwards in the menu. Function keys Below the FS-5 LCD display are four user-defined function keys: , and . Use them as short-cut keys to select functions displayed at the bottom of the LCD screen and to assign metadata.

  • Page 35: Unit Leds

    Battery charge level is indicated by the color of the battery symbol in the LCD display: Green - 100% - 50% Yellow - 50% - 25% Red - 25% - 0 Low charge, recharge immediately. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 36: Top View - Input/Output And Power Connectors

    This requires an active Firewire connector with power and a 6-pin to 6-pin cable. FireWire Not A Data Connection It is Not Possible to mount the FS-5 to a computer using the FireWire connection. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 37: Dv Audio

    Setup on page 65. Network The FS-5 auto detects the type of connection being made provided it is set up correctly or in mode. Powering the FS-5 Via the USB Connection The FS-5 can also draw power for recording and playback operations though the USB connector.

  • Page 38: Powering The Fs-5

    Quick Start Powering the FS-5 Connecting the FS-5 to AC Power The FS-5 can operate either with a battery installed or without a battery and connected to its power adapter. Do Not Operate FS-5 With Battery and AC Adapter The FS-5 can operate with either battery or AC adapter as its power source.

  • Page 39: Removing A Battery

    The connector tab must align with the power tab on the inside the FS-5. 3. Slide the battery forward, into the FS-5 until it latches. The FS-5 uses close tolerances to create a friction fit that holds the battery firmly in place.

  • Page 40: Charging The Battery

    AC power adapter that is supplied with the FS-5. The preferred and recommended method to charge the battery, is to connect the AC adapter with the FS-5 unit powered off. This protects the battery from over charging and insures long battery life.

  • Page 41: Low Battery Power During Operation

    DC battery device is dependent on the load placed on the FS-5. Consider the following when using external DC battery devices to power the FS-5. The typical external DC video device is 12V or 14.4V. Power Consumption Tables No Battery Installed - no charging current...

  • Page 42: Operation

    1 hr., internal T=56 deg.C Operation When operating the FS-5 at 12V rather than 14.4V, the power consumed remains the same, but the current draw increases by a factor of 1.2 (14.4/12.0). The Linksys dongle uses approximately 1.35W. This represents about 30% of the power budget when not charging the batteries.

  • Page 43: Connecting Fs-5 To Dv/Hdv Camcorder

    FS-5 Supplied with 6-pin to 4-pin FireWire Cable Some camcorders require a 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire, IEEE 1394, cable and the cable provided with the FS-5 will need to be replaced. 2. Connect the other end of the FireWire, IEEE 1394, cable to the video camera.

  • Page 44: Fs-5 User Interface

    Quick Start FS-5 User Interface The FS-5 menu system provides access to all the functions available in the unit. Each of the screens below (except the Welcome and Home screens which come up automatically when the unit starts) are accessed by pressing the left or right soft buttons on the Scroll Wheel.

  • Page 45: Select A Dv/Hd File Format

    Canopus AVI Matrox AVI Quicktime QUICKTIME TIMECODE TC EXT TC REC RUN TC FREE RUN TC REGEN SYSTEM For more information see Setup Screens on page 42. SETUP DATE TIME AUTO LCD BRIGHT 1 through 16 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 46: Set Time And Date

    IP ADDR Manual or DHCP. IP MASK Manual or DHCP. BROADCAST Manual or DHCP. GATEWAY Manual or DHCP. ESSID Set manually. Set manually (WEP encryption only.) WIFI MODE MANAGED ADHOC (P2P) DISABLED ENABLED (Default ftp://FS:FS@ipaddress) FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 47: Manual Recording

    89 Reels LOCK REELS R1-1 etc, on page 89 Reels UTILITIES For more information see Utilities Screen on page 58. FORMAT REPAIR DISK REPAIR CLIP FILE NAME ORGANIZE REEL UPGRADE SYSTEM RESET DIAGNOSTIC STATUS VERSION FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 48: Types Of Fs-5 Displays

    Quick Start Types of FS-5 Displays The FS-5 has three types of screens: • Informational These screens provide information only and do not permit setting values: examples, (see page WELCOME VERSION 124). • Select an Option These interactive screens provide a list of items that the User can select.

  • Page 49: Record And Playback

    Quick Start Record and Playback Before using the FS-5, set up the unit as outlined in the following sections: Set Up the FS-5 Power On FS-5 Set Date and Time Select a DV/HD File Format Set Time and Date Record with the FS-5...

  • Page 50: Set Date And Time

    Quick Start Set Date and Time Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set because they are used in the FS-5 file naming function. 1. Press the soft key several times until the Right SETUP screen appears.
  • Page 51 For more information on the Setup function, refer to the section, on page 86. SETUP Screens 8. Return to the Home screen. For more information see on page 71 for more Home details FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 52 CONTROL NORMAL REC MODE NORMAL REC FORMAT DTE FORMAT QUICKTIME TIMECODE EXT TC By default, the FS-5 is setup for the most typical recording situations. The Operation defaults are: MODE REC/PLAY MODE on page 76. CONTROL NORMAL CONTROL on page...

  • Page 53: Select Record/Play Mode

    Select the Control Mode OPERATION CONTROL NORMAL EXTERNAL SYNCRO This determines which controls, the FS-5’s or the camera’s, are used during either recording or playback, see on page CONTROL Select the mode to use and the display returns to the OPERATION menu.

  • Page 54: Select The Recording Format (Rec Format)

    Select the DTE Format OPERATION DTE FORMAT AVI TYPE1 AVI TYPE2 CANOPUS AVI This determines which NLE compatible format the FS-5 uses when recording. The DTE formats displayed depend on the selected in the last step. FORMAT FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 55: Select The Timecode

    SYSTEM SETUP SETUP Menu Overridden by EXT TC Settings When EXT TC is selected, the FS-5 follows the timecode mode of the camera, Drop Frame or Non Drop Frame, regardless of the setting in the SETUP menu. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 56: Record With The Fs-5

    Focus website. Before beginning recording, verify that: 1. Time and date are set. 2. Recording format is set. 3. The FS-5 is connected to the video camera according to the explanation in Connecting FS-5 to DV/HDV Camcorder page 23.

  • Page 57: Normal Recording

    Creating a New File without Dropping Frames When in record mode, it is possible to break the recording into a separate, new file without dropping frames. Press and the FS-5 automatically creates a new clip. Record FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 58: Syncro Recording

    6. Now the FS-5 will respond to the camcorder’s tape controls. The recording signal goes both to the tape in the camera and to the FS-5.

  • Page 59: Recording Timecode In The File

    For other available timecode options refer to on page 84,. TIMECODE Function keys The tasks discussed above are available for programming into the function keys. For information on setting up function keys, refer to the section, FUNCTIONS Screens on page 108 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 60: Playback On The Fs-5

    Quick Start Playback on the FS-5 Verify that both the video camera and the FS-5 are powered on and that they are connected together with the FireWire cable from the FS-5 DV/IO port to the camcorder 1394 port. Feature Availability on PAL Cameras This feature is not available on some PAL cameras.
  • Page 61 Quick Start FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 62 Quick Start FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 63: Metadata

    Connect to FS-5's web server utilizing an optional USB2 to 802.11 WIFi dongle or a USB2 to Ethernet adapter. Any device with networking capabilities and web browser functionality -- computer, laptop, PDA, etc.
  • Page 64 49 Template page 50 Settings page 51 Entry page 49 Export page 49 Logging Onto the FS-5 Web Server page 52 Entering Metadata page 53 Saving Metadata page 54 Reel Matching and Templates page 55 Creating A Custom Template...

  • Page 65: Overview

    Metadata Overview FS-5 metadata logging is flexible because it can be either timecode- based or video clip-based. Metadata Categories There are three categories of metadata, descriptive, administrative, and structural. Some metadata, such as Project ID is not limited to one category.

  • Page 66: Structural

    Metadata entered through the template is stored in a database on the FS-5. Default Template Final Cut Pro (FCP) is the FS-5 default template. It can be used as-is or modified to create custom templates. For more information, see on page 152.

  • Page 67: Production Phase

    Media Server Non-Linear Editor The production phase involves the setup and recording of video and then its input into the post-production system. For the FS-5 this involves: 1. Set up the XML metadata template. a. Using the FS-5 web-based interface, open the metadata template on a laptop or PDA.

  • Page 68: Post-Production Phase

    • Facilitate rapid search and retrieval of raw footage and related video clips used in projects. • Version-tracking of video clips and sequences. • Find and replace video clips with other clips. • Track processes applied to video sequences, for example chromakey effects. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 69: Metadata Pages And Functions

    Entry Use the page to enter metadata for a video clip. Entry Initially the Entry tab appears blank, however, once the FS-5 is in Record, Pause or Playback mode, then the template’s fields appear and are active. Export to manually export video clip metadata files from the Export FS-5 database to User accessible XML files.

  • Page 70: Nles

    Not accessible with PDA type devices. Use the page to create, modify, and manage the metadata Template templates stored in the FS-5 database: • Display an existing template. • Enable or disable specific metadata fields on a template. • Edit predefined values for specific fields.

  • Page 71: Settings

    Reel Matching allows the User to assign specific metadata templates to particular FS-5 s. This makes it possible to assign different sets of REEL metadata to video clips, determined by in which REEL they are kept. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 72: Logging Onto The Fs-5 Web Server

    FS-5 Peer-to-Peer Networking (Wi-Fi) 2. Determine the FS-5’s IP address, see on page 100. IP ADDR 3. Open a web browser and enter the FS-5’s IP address in the browser’s Address window. page appears. Entry FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 73: Entering Metadata

    Use the following steps to enter metadata during either record or playback modes. 1. Open the metadata function using a web browser and the FS-5 web-based interface. Initially, the page is empty.

  • Page 74: Saving Metadata

    Saving Metadata There is no distinct Save step. Metadata is automatically written to the FS-5 database and into a specific record assigned to the video clip. Changing the metadata in the template changes, in real time, the video clip’s record in the database.

  • Page 75: Reel Matching And Templates

    Reel Matching session. 1. Click on the tab to display Settings Reel Matching window opens. Reel Matching 2. For each of the Reels, click on its dropdown menu Template ID and select a template. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 76: Creating A Template

    Duplicating a Template 1. Enter the name of the new template in the Template Name field. 2. Place a check mark in the check box. Duplicate FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 77 Remove Enter values, one at a time and click on Add values in the order they are to appear. 8. Click on to close the button. Edit Predefined The template is now ready for use. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 78: Using Xml Document Format

    FCP Example is a generic, Final Cut Pro compatible template that employs the standard Apple XML Interchange Format. The information logged into these fields is viewable using the FCP application browser window, once it is imported into FCP. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 79 Remove Enter values, one at a time and click on Add values in the order they are to appear. 9. Click on to close the button. Edit Predefined The template is now ready for use. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 80: Creating A Custom Template

    Add Metadata Field The Select Metadata for Template dialog box appears. This box is empty. 6. Click on the button. Create Metadata Fields A new window appears with a work space for creating metadata fields appears. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 81 Submit The metadata field appears as a new item in the list below. 11. Click on the button for a metadata field to Edit Predefined variables. Predefined Mixed FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 82 When a field is added to the template, it is removed from the list and, if a field is removed from the template, it reappears on the select list. Clicking the button updates the list. Refresh FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 83: Removing Metadata Fields

    Removing A Metadata Field Deletes All Data Stored In Field In All Records! Use extreme caution when removing metadata fields. This applies to metadata fields added by the User and accompanied by the Remove button. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 84: Making Metadata Into Xml Files

    During a recording session, video clips are placed in a directory automatically created by FS-5. Metadata is entered into the FS-5 database through the use of xml templates. To make that data accessible, it is necessary to export it from the database into a xml file and link it to its video clip.

  • Page 85: Export

    (clip) to export. Track 3. Click on Export The clip and its metadata document are placed in a directory on the FS-5 with the name of the template used. Export All Similar to Export By Track, except clicking processes all Export the waiting video clips.

  • Page 86: Export Based On Template

    (clip) to export. Track 3. Click on Export The clip and its metadata document are placed in a directory on the FS-5 with the name of the template used. Export All Similar to Export By Track, except clicking processes all Export the waiting video clips.

  • Page 87: Export Matching

    4. Select the Custom template from the Edit Export Matching Template dropdown menu. 5. Click Edit Export Matching A dialog box opens with the NLE metadata fields listed. Beside each field is a dropdown menu with a list of the Custom template fields. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 88 Metadata 6. Select those Custom fields that match to the NLE field. If there is no match, leave the field at None 7. Click Done when all matches are made. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 89: Fs-5 Functions

    General Screen Information OPERATION Screens SETUP Screens FUNCTIONS Screens UTILITIES Screens FS-5 screens are organized in a flat hierarchy. Every screen has a unique name, and it is possible to cycle continuously through the screens using the navigation buttons. Left...

  • Page 90: General Screen Information

    FS-5 Functions General Screen Information The FS-5 LCD menu screens are organized by function with each menu displaying a list of items. An item can be: • A value that can be set, such as the date. • A switch similar to a check box, that can be enabled along with other options in the display.

  • Page 91: Welcome

    FS-5 Functions Welcome The Welcome screen appears briefly after boot-up, and automatically switches to the Home screen when the FS-5 is ready for operation. Home The Home screen combines displaying operation information and providing function controls through the function buttons. To leave the Home screen use either the Navigation button.
  • Page 92 • AV/C • External Wireless Network Connected Symbol indicaes that FS-5 is receiving wireless signals. Battery Life Gauge This gauge is accurate only when the unit is powered exclusively from the battery. Volume and Clip Number The volume number is always Number of the current video clip, i.e.

  • Page 93: Disp (Display) Information Fields

    UB SET on page 94. ABSOLUTE Displays an absolute timecode value for the particular session: the sum of all COUNTER timecodes on connected volumes. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 94: Fs-5 System Information Screens

    Line 11 displays the Standard Digital (SD) video format. It can not be changed. HD RECORDER Line 11 displays the HD resolution of the current track which depends on the camcorder in use with the FS-5 unit. Possible values are: • 1080/50i TC • 1080/60i TC • 720/30p TC •...

  • Page 95: Operation Screens

    DV REC Mode only REC FORMAT RAW DV AVI TYPE 1 AVI TYPE 2 CANOPUS AVI MATROX AVI QUICKTIME QUICKTIME DTE FORMAT QUICKTIME QUICKTIME TIMECODE EXT TC EXT TC REC RUN TC FREE RUN TC REGEN TC FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 96: Mode

    OPERATION MODE REC/PLAY • REC/PLAY Use this option to set the FS-5 controls to disk recorder mode. • HDD Use this option when connecting the FS-5 to a computer. The FS-5 functions as a volume visible to the computer. Selecting this option displays the screen.

  • Page 97: Control

    FS-5 Functions CONTROL OPERATION CONTROL NORMAL EXTERNAL SYNCRO menu provides the capability of enabling the FS-5 to CONTROL operate in four different control modes during record and playback. • NORMAL Record and Play modes are controlled through the FS-5 controls.

  • Page 98: Rec Mode

    OPERATION REC MODE NORMAL RETRO CACHE RETRO DISK menu permits setting the FS-5 to various recording REC MODE modes see on page 78. REC MODEs with Home Screen Indicators Once a recording mode is selected, the recorder remains in that mode until a different mode is chosen.

  • Page 99: Normal Record

    For more about LCD display symbols and text, see LCD Display on page 97. Symbols and Text NORMAL Record This is the standard recording mode. • All control is from the FS-5 front panel. Initially, the screen displays Home STOP • Pressing Record puts the FS-5 into mode.

  • Page 100: Retro Disk

    1 minute clips. • Retro Disk is available in Normal, Syncro and External control modes. • When Retro Disk is set, the symbols (Record and L) appear in the FS-5 display. Setting RETRO DISK 1. Go to the Menu. SETUP 2.

  • Page 101: Snap Record Dv Modes Only

    SNAP EXTERNAL SYNCRO • Removing power from the FS-5 in the midst of a Snap recording session causes the FS-5 to return to Normal recording mode when it powers back up. Another Method to Capture Single Frames An alternative to SNAP is EXT CTL FRAME. For more information EXT CTL on page 92.

  • Page 102: Rec Format

    • DV • HDV DTE FORMAT OPERATION DTE FORMAT AVI TYPE1 AVI TYPE2 AVI TYPE2 24P Depending on which was selected, this screen REC FORMAT displays a list of available direct-to-edit formats: above, display for FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 103: Dv Formats

    To turn off automatic organizing, AUTO ORG 1. Go to the Menu. SETUP 2. Select the item AUTO ORG 3. Select DISABLE The latest DTE supported applications and file formats are listed on the Focus Enhancements website: www.focusinfo.com FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 104: Timecode

    TIMECODE EXT TC FREE RUN REC RUN REGEN The FS-5 provides four timecode functions in HDV mode and DTE FORMAT is set to . In M2T mode, all TC modes act as QUICKTIME The following are timecode functions: • EXT TC Default Records the incoming source timecode.
  • Page 105 • Adds 1 to the number. • Stores the new timecode as the number that will be assigned to the first frame of the next recording session. If the drive is empty, i.e. no existing recordings, the FS-5 uses value. TC SET...

  • Page 106: Setup Screens

    Options / Comments DATE 06/15/08 Displayed in Home screen. TIME 08:00 Displayed in Home screen. AUTO LCD BRIGHT 1 -16 KEY BRIGHT 1 -16 ALARM STOP FRAME FRAME GRAY NO VIDEO EXT CTL PAUSE FRAME FILE FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 107 UDF FS PERM READ-ONLY READ-ONLY READ-WRITE NETWORK DHCP MANUAL DHCP IP ADDR 0.0.0.0 IP MASK 0.0.0.0 BROADCAST 0.0.0.0 GATEWAY 0.0.0.0 ESSID WIFI MODE MANAGED MANAGED ADHOC (P2P) DISABLED ENABLED AUTO ORG ENABLED AUTO MARK DISABLED FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 108: Set Date

    SETUP DATE 06/15/08 Default is 06/15/08. SET TIME SETUP TIME Default is 08:00:00 Date and Time Must Be Set The date and time must be set. They are used in the FS-5 file naming function. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 109: Lcd

    • Permanently sets LCD backlight to • AUTO Turns off the backlight after one minute. On the FS-5, pressing any button pad button turns the backlight back on. Any information screen turns the backlight LCD BRIGHT SETUP LCD BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the LCD display: range of 1 to 16 with 16 the brightest.

  • Page 110: Key Bright

    FS-5 Functions KEY BRIGHT SETUP KEY BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the FS-5 control keys: range of 1 to 16 with 16 the brightest. This control does not effect the Scroll Wheel brightness. Default is ALARM SETUP ALARM Toggle switch controlling the Alarm.

  • Page 111: Stop

    FS-5 Functions STOP SETUP STOP FRAME GRAY NO VIDEO These settings determine which video is output from the FS-5 when using the Soft button to view recorded clips. Search Index • FRAME Default Displays the first frame of the clip.

  • Page 112: Ext Ctl

    FS-5 through the optional RS-232 cable. RS-232 Cable Available from Focus Online Store The RS-232 cable required to connect the FS-5 to an external control device is Focus part number CBLA-0113-01. It and other accessories mentioned in this manual are available at https://www.focusinfo.com/ store.

  • Page 113: Tc Set

    FS-5 immediately after exiting TC SET. • TC FREE RUN The FS-5 uses this value on the next recording after it is set in TC SET • TC REGEN This is the starting value when using an empty hard disk drive for recording.

  • Page 114: Ub Set

    Professional applications employ user bits to add metadata to recordings to assist in post production. For example, multiple cameras are used during a shoot. Each FS-5 has a unique UB setting that identifies it and the camera it serves. Later, the user bits are used to determine from which camera station the footage was recorded.

  • Page 115: Tc Mode Ntsc Only

    NON-DROP Group Default Disables drop-frame. No frames are dropped during recording and the timecode reflects the actual time during recording. If the FS-5 is in mode, the selection has no EXT TC TC MODE effect on the recorded video's timecode.

  • Page 116: Retro Disk

    FS-5 Functions RETRO DISK SETUP RETRO DISK 0 min. Select between 1 and 388 minutes. Default is 1 minute. TIMELAPSE SETUP TIMELAPSE Default is 00:00:00:00. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 117: Play Mode

    PLAY ALL LOOP ALL • Play Clip Default In this mode, the FS-5 plays the selected clip from start to finish when you press the PLAY button. At the end of the particular clip, the FS-5 pauses. • Loop Clip In this mode, the FS-5 plays the selected clip from start to finish.

  • Page 118: Play From

    • Play Reel Clips in a selected folder are played back. This function provides the ability to choose between any folders on the disk. Folders can appear with their user assigned folder name (if used). FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 119: Udf Fs Perm

    READ-WRITE Use this setting to determine the read-write capabilities of the UDF file system. • READ-ONLY Default Use for Windows XP operating system. • READ-WRITE Use for MAC OS 10.5 and Windows Vista operating systems. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 120: Network

    Select if a static IP is assigned by Network Administrator. This requires that an address be entered in the IP ADDR option. • DHCP Default Select, if IP address is automatically assigned by the network DHCP server. IP ADDR Default is 0.0.0.0. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 121: Ip Mask

    FS-5 Functions IP MASK Default is 0.0.0.0. BROADCAST Default is 0.0.0.0. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 122: Gateway

    2. Press the function button to enter or edit the ESSID. 3. Use the Right and Left soft buttons to go between the ESSID characters. 4. Use the Scroll Wheel to dial in the desired character. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 123: Key

    6. Press the Select button to save the ESSID and return to the previous ESSID display. 7. Press the Select button again to return to the SETUP menu. SETUP The KEY is a code sequence required by the wireless network. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 124: Wifi Mode

    WIFI MODE SETUP WIFI MODE MANAGED ADHOC (P2P) This function sets the type of wireless connection that the FS-5 uses. • MANAGED Managed mode is used when making a wireless connection to a structured LAN where central access points are used and devices are managed through the network.

  • Page 125: Ftp

    This function enables the FS-5’s FTP capabilities. Default is DISABLED SETUP DISABLED ENABLED This function enables the FS-5’s WEB capabilities. This allows the user to access FS-5 features through the FS-5’s web server and pages. Default is ENABLED FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 126: Auto Org

    This must be done before the FS-5 is mounted on a computer or the files are imported into NLEs. Default, the FS-5 is enabled to recognize files requiring...
  • Page 127 Later, these marks are used during playback to navigate between scenes in the recording or to automatically generate individual video clips from each recorded segment. Default is . The User must assign each clip to a folder DISABLED manually. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 128: Functions Screens

    Function settings are user-assignable and available in the Functions screen. Changing a setting with a Function button has the same effect as manually changing the setting. • There are four groups of functions , and displayed via the Functions screen. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 129: Functions List

    ALRM/MUTE Turns the FS-C alarm on or off. F2 FILE FILE (Toggles display between normal and the file name. F2 REELS REEL Increments current reel number, F2 R0-0 R0 Marks Current Clip to Reel 0, FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 130 F3 R8-8 R8 Marks Current Clip to Reel 8, F3 R9-9 R9 Marks Current Clip to Reel 9, F3 BLANK No Function. F4 LOCK LOCK/UNLK Locks the buttonpad - toggles between LOCK (Default) and UNLK <Unlock> FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 131 R6 Marks Current Clip to Reel 6, F4 R7-7 R7 Marks Current Clip to Reel 7, F4 R8-8 R8 Marks Current Clip to Reel 8, F4 R9-9 R9 Marks Current Clip to Reel 9, F4 BLANK No Function. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 132: Assigning Clips To Reels

    REELS videographer wants to assign the current clip to Reel 2 has pressed the F2 key until the FS-5 to mark the clips to the currently selected reel. The current reel is indicated in the line the F1 function reel selection.

  • Page 133: Blank

    FS-5 Functions • RX-X Setting a function key to this type of marker, instructs the FS-5 to mark the current clip as belonging to a sub-reel/folder. For example, R2-2 assigns the clip to REEL 2-2 which is a reel within REEL 2.

  • Page 134: Utilities Screens

    REPAIR DISK REPAIR CLIP FILE NAME UPGRADE DELETE CLIP Item Default Comment FORMAT Backup data before using. No Undo. REPAIR DISK REPAIR CLIP FILE NAME ORGANIZE REEL UPGRADE DELETE CLIP SYSTEM RESET DIAGNOSTIC STATUS VERSION FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 135: Format

    5 before each recording session. Save Files Before Formatting The formatting process erases all data on the disk and is not reversible. Backup all files and clips on the FS-5 before formatting. This selection formats the disk as follows: 1. From the Utilities screen, Select Format 2.

  • Page 136: Repair Disk

    Use this function if a recording session does not complete properly and there is a question that the file may be damaged. For example, recording terminates due to a loss of power to the FS-5. Repair Disk scans the entire disk drive checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files.

  • Page 137: Repair Clip

    Use this function to repair a specific file that may be damaged or incomplete. For example, recording terminates due to a loss of power to the FS-5 and a specific file may be damaged. Repair Clip scans the specified file checking for and repairing file errors and incomplete files.

  • Page 138: File Name

    The base file name is dynamically displayed as a function of the clip number. When a clip has multiple files, the first Base file name is displayed 3. Press to return to the screen. BACK Utilities FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 139: Organize Reel

    This function places all files identified as a REEL clip during recording or playback into the appropriate reel folder. The clip may be marked by either , using either REEL Rx-x It is possible to import REEL folders directly into most DV NLE bins. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 140: Upgrade

    1. Download the latest upgrade file to a local computer. 2. Rename the upgrade file to FS5.bin 3. Connect the FS-5 to the local computer using the USB 2.0 cable provided with the FS-5. 4. Access the FS-5 root directory.

  • Page 141: Upgrade Abort

    FS-5 Functions UPGRADE ABORT If the upgrade fails, the FS-5 displays the message: UPGRADE ABORT BACK Verify that the upgrade file name is and that it is in FS5.bin the FS-5 hard drive’s root directory. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 142: Delete Clip

    DELETE CLIP utility be used only when absolutely necessary. It can cause disk fragmentation that can lead to file playback and record issues. If more space is required you must transfer your content from the FS-5 and perform Format Disk utility.

  • Page 143: System Reset

    SYSTEM RESET CONTINUE TO RESET SYSTEM? BACK The System Reset feature restores the factory default settings for the FS-5 unit. This feature is useful for diagnosing problems with the unit. System Reset A System Reset can not be reversed. Diagnostic...

  • Page 144: Status

    3327068.50 V BATTERY: 7.69 V TEMP: BACK The FS-5 Status screen provides details of the systems power state as well as internal temperature. This screen may assist Focus Enhancements Technical Support in determining power and thermal problems with your unit. Version VERSION 1.0.0.00000000...

  • Page 145: Fs-5 With Other Devices

    FS-5 with Other Devices Once video clips are recorded to the FS-5 it is possible to use those clips in most computer based DV/HD NLE systems. This section contains information about the following: Operating Systems MAC OS and Windows FAT32...
  • Page 146 / digitize the footage using a video capture card. The FS-5’s DTE functionality eliminates the capture stage. All that is necessary is the moving of the video files from the FS-5 to a computer. To do this: • Connect the FS-5 directly to a computer with an active OHCI compliant IEEE-1394 FireWire port and the necessary FireWire disk drive drivers.

  • Page 147: Operating Systems

    FS-5 with Other Devices Operating Systems The FS-5’s default file system is UDF, Universal Disk Format. However, the FS-5 provides the ability to format the drive in either FAT32 MAC OS and Windows The operating system that the FS-5 mounts to, determines the type of formatting.

  • Page 148: Udf

    NLE, thus eliminating the need to copy or transfer the clips before their use. UDF does not have the 2GB limitation on file size which permits the FS-5 to record clips of up to 1.5 hours in length. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 149: Initial Setup

    FS-5 with Other Devices Initial Setup The FS-5 can be accessed by computer in three ways: • Directly by USB cable. • Through a wired (ethernet) network. • Through a wireless network. FS-5 to Computer Video I/O Computer I/0 IE 1394 USB 2.0...

  • Page 150: Fs-5 To Wired (Ethernet) Network

    Wi-Fi devices. The router provides DHCP services the network in a way similar to the DHCP server on a wired network. Setting up the FS-5 is similar to that of attaching the FS-5 to the ethernet network mentioned before. There are a few items to note: •...

  • Page 151: Peer-To-Peer Networking (Wi-Fi)

    This permits the videographer to use FS-5’s metadata function in the field with a minimum of equipment, the FS-5 and another WI- FI device. It is necessary to establish an ad-hoc, peer-to-peer network: the...
  • Page 152 SETUP ESSID F2-EDIT display lists wireless networks within range of ESSID the FS-5. If the network is not displayed, press F2 and enter it, see on page 102. ESSID 6. Pick the network and press Select button. The display returns to the menu.

  • Page 153: Setting Up Ipod Touch (Or Iphone)

    , select the setting ( Settings Wi-Fi 4. Under Locate the set on FS-5 Choose a Network... ESSID and select it buy touching the name. In this example, FS-5. A check mark appears next to the selection. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 154 STATIC 7. Select an IP address where the last value is within 20 or 30 of that set on FS-5. Example: if FS-5’s IP address is 192.168.1.1, set the FS-5 to 192.168.1.20. 8. Set to match the value on FS-5 (usually SUB NET MASK 255.255.255.0.

  • Page 155: Setting Up A Mac

    Use similar settings on other Wi-Fi capable computers. 1. Select the Wi-Fi selector on the right side of the Mac’s menu. 2. Under Devices, select the ESSID assigned on the FS-5 earlier. The Wi-Fi symbol on the menu bar will change to a Wi-Fi device symbol.
  • Page 156 MANUALLY 10. Enter a new IP Address under IPv4 ADDRESS It should be within the IP range set on FS-5 and on other Wi-Fi devices connected to the ad-hoc network. 11. Set to the same value that is set on FS-5.

  • Page 157: Setting Up A Pc (Xp)

    1. Open the PC’s Control Panel by clicking on the icon Start on the Windows Task Bar. The Start Menu appears. 2. Locate the button and click on it. Control Panel The Control Panel window open. 3. Click on Network Connections FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 158 Connect This connects the computer to the FS-5. When the connection is made, the signal strength bars in the FS-5 listing go green and a message appears. 7. Click on the FS-5 again, to reselect. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 159 FS-5 with Other Devices Two messages appear in sequence. 8. Click and then Connect Anyway This completes the wireless connection. 9. Go to on page 140. Completing Network Setup FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 160: Completing Network Setup

    6. Select Computer to Computer (adhoc) network only 7. Click Close This initiates the wireless connection between the computer and the FS5. Connection status messages appear in the FS5 listing: Acquiring network address Connected FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 161: Wireless Network Status

    1. Go to the Control Panel and click on the Network icon. Connection The Network Connections window appears. 2. Click on the wireless network that the FS5 belongs to. The Wireless Network Connection Status window appears. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 162: Mounting To Windows And Mac

    On the FS-5, > and Select OPERATION MODE OPERATION MODE REC/PLAY This step is required before mounting the FS-5 to a computer. Refer to the section, on page 76. MODE screen appears. HDD BYPASS HDD BYPASS BACK It is now possible to mount the FS-5 drive onto the operating system.

  • Page 163: Mounting And Dismounting The Fs-5

    1. Open the Windows file system via MyComputer, Windows Explorer, or a similar Windows application. 2. Locate the FS-5 drive and open it. Often, it appears as a standard disk drive and may be labeled E:, F:, G:, and so on.

  • Page 164: Close Fs-5 Directory And Dismount From Windows

    Many USB devices, that once mounted to a Windows computer must then be dismounted using the Safely Remove Hardware function. The FS-5 does not require that step. It safely dismounts itself from the computer file system. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 165: Mac

    FAT32 volume with a PC label, as shown below: 2. Locate the FS-5 on the desktop and open it up. 3. Open the folder with the most recent date code (for example, 20050127-110345-01). It should look similar to...

  • Page 166: Close Fs-5 Directory And Dismount From Mac

    119. Close FS-5 Directory and Dismount From MAC Dismount FS-5 Before Powering Off It is important to dismount the FS-5 from the Mac system BEFORE powering down the FS-5. To dismount the FS-5 from a Mac: 1. Select the FS-5 on the computer's desktop. It is marked with a PC symbol.

  • Page 167: Video File Types And Name Formats

    AUTO ORG and REELS FS-5 Video Clips in Reel Folder FS-5 permits the storing of video clips in either the standard file folder or a REEL (folder). If video clips have been assigned to a REEL, the FS-5 reminds the videographer to run AUTO ORG before attaching the FS-5 to a computer.
  • Page 168 480p, 60 fps * * The 576p, 50 fps and 480p, 60 fps resolutions are not supported in the HD RECORDER QUICKTIME format. The unit will not record these resolutions camera when in HD RECORDER QUICKTIME for- mat. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 169: Mounting Hardware

    FS-5 with Other Devices Mounting Hardware Mounting FS-5 to a Camcorder Mount the FS-5 to your camcorder using the optional Camcorder Mount Kit (P/N ASYF-1325-01CF). For more information about this kit or to order it, contact Focus Enhancements: Email: support@focusinfo.com...
  • Page 170 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 171: Native Language Editors (Nles)

    Native Language Editors (NLEs) This section provides FS-5 information specific to supported native language editors. Also check the Focus Enhancements web site, www.focusinfo.com for the latest updates. In this section: Final Cut Pro page 152 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 172: Final Cut Pro

    When attempting to import XML files into Final Cut Pro, end- users maybe asked for a Translation File. A Translation File takes the information in an exported XML file and translates it into something Final Cut Pro is able to understand. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 173: File Menu > Import > Xml

    Right clicking the mouse on the clip > item Properties > Logging info will bring up an item Properties window. In this window – the end-user will find the XML information data that was created using FS5 web interface. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...
  • Page 174 FS-5 Functions FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 175: Technical Specifications

    • Download from external device, Xml template of metadata tags. • Add metadata tags to video file and link to: Timecode values in a recording, Individual clips, Entire recording session, • Metadata compatible with popular NLE editor applications. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 176: Compliance

    TRRS mini Jack Computer IO - USB 2.0 Video IO - FireWire 1 x 6-pin IEEE-1394a Inputs/Outputs Video • 1 x 6-pin FireWire, IEEE-1394a, connector with restraining latch. • Connector Does Not Accept or Provide Power. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 177: Dte Video Formats

    Timecode • Embedded in FireWire or through external serial port. Timecode can be generated on a single FS-5 and passed to additional FS-5 units using either a serial control cable with a splitter or using a 802.11g dongle connected to the USB 2.0 port.

  • Page 178: Trrs Mini Jack

    • Speed: 4200 RPM • Type: PATA (IT series) DTE File Formats Supported • DV25 AVI 2, AVI 2 – 24p Canopus AVI Matrox AVI QuickTime QuickTime 24p OP Atom MXF P2 • HDV QuickTime FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 179: Error Messages

    Technical Specifications Error Messages The FS-5 will display error messages on its LCD display if certain conditions occur that can effect FS-5 operation. Below is a list of the error messages and the actions to take: Error Message Description Action LOW BATTERY! Battery power is low.

  • Page 180: Power

    DC battery device is dependent on the load placed on the FS-5. Consider the following when using external DC battery devices to power the FS-5. The typical external DC video device is 12V or 14.4V. Power Consumption Tables No Battery Installed - no charging current...

  • Page 181: Warranty

    Technical Specifications Operation When operating the FS-5 at 12V rather than 14.4V, the power consumed remains the same, but the current draw increases by a factor of 1.2 (14.4/12.0). The Linksys dongle uses approximately 1.35W. This represents about 30% of the power budget when not charging the batteries.
  • Page 182 Technical Specifications FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder...

  • Page 183: Index

    ........14 dv audio ......... 17 function ......14 DV25 left ........13 audio ........17 pause ........12 formats ......... 4 play ........11 power ......... 10 record ......... 11 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder index - 1...
  • Page 184 ........13 FB default ......72 network FC default ......72 wired ........7 wireless ........ 7 no disk detected ....159 no space left ......159 normal ........78 formats ........ 4 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder index - 2...
  • Page 185 ........ 11 reset ......... 10 cable, 2.0 ......3 wireless ........ 7 user bit, displaying value of clip 73 scene marking ......6 screen home ........71 VFR mode welcome ......71 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder index -...
  • Page 186 ....159 video I/O ........16 synchronize ...... 11 Vista, see Windows. Windows Vista ........7 XP ......... 7 wireless ........7 write ......... 7 wrong product id ....159 XP, see Windows. FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder index - 4...
  • Page 188 FS-5 Portable HD/SD DTE Recorder MANL-1128-03...

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