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Basic data

Name

Sony FXE-120P

Physical parameters

Dimensions (mm)

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Dimensions (inch)

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Weight

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Format

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Material

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Manufacturing (Period)

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Manufacturer

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Power

Voltage

Not stated

Current (typical)

Not stated

Current (max)

Not stated

Polarity

N/A

Connector

IEC / Not stated

AC/DC

Internal/External

Internal

Note

To complete the exact label from the specific unit.

Warning: Check the polarity of the source before connecting! Improper power supply will damage the device.

Firmware and serial number

Serial number

Not stated

FW version (current)

N / A (hardware controller)

Check date

2026-03-28

Previous version

N/A

Bootloader

N/A

Update Link

Backup File

N/A

Quick Summary

Compact analog editing system from the 1990s for linear tape format editing and precise control of multiple VTR recorders.

Product Description

Sony FXE-120P is a separate Video Editing System designed for linear post-production workflow without PC NLE. Allows control of playback and record decks, Mark In / Out editing points, transitions (mix / wipe), manual protrusion via the T-Bar and accurate image search via Jog / Shuttle control.

Features and functions

T-Bar for manual fade / prolínky between two sources
Jog / Shuttle control for frame-actual search on tape
Mark In / Mark Out workflow for definition of cut points
Wipe model section for graphic transitions
Integrated audio mix / fader section for basic blend signals
Designed for linear analog cut (Betacam SP, Hi8, S- VHS according to connected decks)
Support for multiple types of timecode: CTL, VITC, SMPTE / EBU (LTC), RCTC, 8for
Capacity up to 99 EDL records (with PC workflow via EDL-Pro)
140 wipe patterns + key modes (Luma / Chroma / PIP)

Primary I/O (quick orientation)

Domain	Inputs	Outputs	Note
Machine Control	RS-422 (D-Sub 9) x3, RS-232C (D-Sub 9) x3	2x player + 1x recorder control	Linear edit control for multiple VTR devices in A / B roll workflow.
LANC / GPI / EDL	LANC x2 (for players), GPI In x1, EDL In / Out (D-Sub 9)	GPI Out x2	Recorder LANC is not supported by Native support (solved by optional IS-SX2 adapter).
Video	BNC composite (4x2), Ushiden (4x2)	Monitor out (1)	Without DV and without YUV connectivity; focused on hybrid analogue / for setup.
Audio	RCA (2x5), mic, aux	RCA bus routing + headphones	Supports split-audio workflow and basic mix / level management.

Controls

FRONT / TOP (user control)

T-Bar lever
Jog / Shuttle Wheel
Mark In / Mark Out buttons
Wipe section
Audio mix / fader section

Service / hidden elements

(None)

Connectors and connections

Connector matrix

Interfaces	IN	OUT	Spec / note
Machine Control	RS-422 (D-Sub 9) x3, RS-232C (D-Sub 9) x3	2x player + 1x recorder control	Linear edit control for multiple VTR devices in A / B roll workflow.
LANC / GPI / EDL	LANC x2 (for players), GPI In x1, EDL In / Out (D-Sub 9)	GPI Out x2	Recorder LANC is not supported by Native support (solved by optional IS-SX2 adapter).
Video	BNC composite (4x2), Ushiden (4x2)	Monitor out (1)	Without DV and without YUV connectivity; focused on hybrid analogue / for setup.
Audio	RCA (2x5), mic, aux	RCA bus routing + headphones	Supports split-audio workflow and basic mix / level management.

Latency and jitter

Clock sources

Tape transport sync / machine control

Clock IN/OUT format

N/A

Typical latency

Frame-based linear edit workflow

Jitter spec

Not stated

Buffer support

N/A

Impedance and signal levels

Line Level (dBu)

N/A

Mic In level

N/A

Output Impedance

N/A

Input Impedance

N/A

THD

N/A

Frequency Range

N/A

Other Specifications (from metadata.specifications)

Key	Value
No other specifications

Additional technical details

Key	Value
No additional technical details

Typical routing

Linear A / B cut: Deck A + Deck B to record deck with control over FXE-120P.
• Set source and record deck to machine control chain
• Load source cassettes and specify Mark In / Out points
• Use T-Bar or Wipe Pattern for the transition
• Upload result to master record deck

Connection instructions: The examples below show typical signal flows in practice. For specific details (jitter, buffering), see section above.

SW / drivers

Component	Windows	macOS	Linux	Note
No specific driver data; use the Documentation/Links section.

Custom firmware details

Author

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FW family

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Custom FW targets

No explicit custom FW targets in metadata.

Custom CC mapping

CC	Meaning
No custom CC mapping.

Custom FW global settings

Settings	Meaning
No custom global settings.

Custom FW extended menu

Item	Detail
No extended menu details.

Documentation and manuals

Manufacturer / Links

Service log

Date	Event	Who	Note
2026-03-28	Initial inventory insert	Copilot	Established metadata for Sony FXE-120P according to the available device description and URL of the source.
2026-04-30	Local asset link	Copilot	Connected local EN service manual PDF and HW _ PIC images (front / read / top / _ 2 _ read).

Presets / User banks

Storage type

N/A

Number of banks

N/A

Current bank

N/A

Backup File

N/A

Export format

N/A

Note

Historical linear system without modern project management as NLE software.

Notes / service / modifications

Retro linear cutting unit; collector and service value at functional condition.
For modern production, workflow is significantly slower than NLE (Premiere / Resolve), but suitable for analog aesthetics.
Local HW _ PIC photodocumentation (front / read / top + supplementary read frame) and EN service manual are connected.
The device has neither DV nor YUV; the strength of the device is robust linear control workflow and timing.
For the control of the record-holder via the LAN, the optional Sony IS- SX2 adapter is mentioned.
Dimensions given in source: 42.4 x 13.85 x 43.8 cm.