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Set up a file-based system

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File-based system

A.
Card reader, drive, or camcorder for P2, XDCAM HD, XDCAM EX, or AVCHD media

B.
Windows or Macintosh computer and computer monitor

C.
Audio cables running to speakers or amplifier

D.
Speakers

E.
TV monitor

F.
BNC connectors for component or SDI video cables to TV monitor (alternative to “G”)

G.
HDMI connector for audio-video cable to TV monitor (alternative to “F”)

With this setup, you can import or transfer audio and video files from card readers, drives, or tapeless camcorders recorded in digital video file formats, such as Panasonic P2, XDCAM HD, XDCAM EX, or AVCHD. You can also preview video on a high-definition TV monitor, provided your computer has a high-definition capture card or display card with component, SDI or HDMI outputs.

  1. Connect the card reader, disk drive, or camcorder to the computer, typically with a USB 2.0 cable. Check the manual for your device for details.
  2. Connect the output of the computer sound card to computer speakers or audio amplifier.
  3. Connect the video outputs from the capture card, breakout box, or display card to the TV monitor using component, SDI, or HDMI cables.