General Description; Features - Sony LDP-1500P Service Manual

SECTION 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1-1. FEATURES
No physical contact between pick-up and disc
A laser beam acts as the signal pick-up for contact-free playback and
no wear on your valuable videodiscs. The audiovisual pit pattern is record-
ed below the surface of the videodisc for safe handling. There is no more
need to be constantly on your guard against fingerprints and dust.
Computer control
The built-in microprocessor controls almost all the functions of this player.
Various functions, such as search and repeat, are possible with an ex-
ternal computer through an RS-232C interface connector.
High speed access
Any frame on the disc can be located within 2.5 seconds.
Remote control operation ,
By using the RM-2001 optional remote control unit, not only the opera-
tion of the main buttons on the front panel but also search and repeat
operation are remotely controlled. Remote control operations are possi-
ble in both wired and wireless modes.
Automatic front loading
Videodiscs are inserted in the front of the LDP-1500P. This represents
a great saving of space when compared with top loading models.
Mountable on a 19" rack
The videodisc player can be mounted on an EIA standard 19" rack. An
optional RMM-201 B rack mount kit is available to install the videodisc
player into the 19" rack.
Black burst video out signals in the search mode
The signal output from the computer are superimposed over the videodisc
picture so that they can even be seen in the search mode.
Screw-less mechanism for transportation
This new mechanism eliminates the need to tighten special screws to
fix the laser pick-up before transporting the videodisc player.
External Sync Lock Board
A sync lock function can be provided by installation of a separate op-
tional board (D8-1500P). This allows various videodisc applications. Con-
tact your authorized Sony representative as adjustment of the unit is
necessary.
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