The RM-280 is a compact editing controller intended for simple VTR romote control or basic two-machine editing

Two-machine editing

Assemble and insert mode

A variety of edit buttons such as "In and Out -point entry", "+ and - Trim", "Auto Edit", "Preview/Reveiw", "Go To", "All Stop"

TC/CTL/RTC (Relative Time Code) editing mode selectable

Pinch-on-delay time learning capability for accurate timing adjustments of recorder and player edit in-point

Edit delay time setting

Cue signal or tally output via a mini-pin port

Equipped with reference video input for synchronization with other equipment

VTR remote control function; Play, Rewind, Fast-Forward, Rec, Stop, Pause, Edit, Pre-roll

Multiple system frequencies including 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 Hz

Picture search using the jog/shuttle dial for jog, shuttle and variable-speed playback modes

Can be powered using the supplied AC adaptor or directly from a connected HDW-S280 HDCAM recorder from its DC output

Easy-to-use keyboard layout provides straightforward operations

Displays error messages on the VFD display, indicating the type of errors and device name on which the malfunction occurred for instant 'action to be taken'.