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PIX 240 Video Recorder

Ramses — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:07:06 +0000

The Sound Devices PIX 240 Video Recorder provides the ability of QuickTime recording for video cameras with HDMI and HD-SDI inputs. It employs Apple ProRes or Avid DNxHD formats to record videos which offer good picture quality and processing efficiency. It stores recorded videos onto compact flash cards or removable 2.5” solid-state hard drives with UDF format, and the recorded videos can be accessed on systems operating on both Windows and Mac OS. In addition, the PIX 240 records videos which are ideal for editorial workflows such as on-the-fly color grading, video processing, etc. Supporting HD-SDI and HDMI v1.3 input signals up to 1080i/p, the recorder provides simultaneous HD-SDI and HDMI outputs. It includes a tunable highly accurate time code generator and reader with genlock output which offers proper synchronization between the input and outputs. Based on 7-series digital audio recorders, the recorder features high-bandwidth inputs that are mic/line switchable and include limiters, high-pass filters, and 48V phantom power for high quality audio with low-noise. It supports AES3 digital audio using 2 XLR connectors which are capable of accepting up to 4 digital audio inputs. In addition, the PIX 240 includes an external eSATAp connector for direct, powered connection to large SATA storage volumes. Featuring hardware-based video scalers, the recorder facilitates real-time conversion among video formats. Supporting conversion between interlaced and progressive, it allows frame rate conversion of videos formats with no loss in quality and 3:2 pull down removal to record 24p from 60i signals. It features large, illuminated controls which make record and play functions easy to access. Using a side panel rotary control and 4 front-panel buttons, the PIX 240 allows quick access to various menu options such as selection between embedded HDMI, embedded HD-SDI, or balanced audio, format selection while conversion, etc. The PIX 240 includes a 5” LCD display which displays images with 800 x 480 resolution and provides immediate confirmation of recording, playback, audio metering, and setup menu selections. It supports input audio source selection between embedded HDMI, embedded HD-SDI, or balanced audio and features a LANC connector for connection with a LANC controller for control over start and record options. Featuring FireWire 800 and USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 backward-compatible) connectors, the PIC-Caddy also includes an eSATAp connection which offers drive powering and 3 Gb/s transfer rate over a single cable. Built using light weight, metalized, molded carbon fiber chassis, the recorder is suitable for outdoor use, and with an advanced thermal design, it keeps the unit cool in extreme environments. It can be powered using an external DC power (10-18 V) or 2 Sony L-type batteries, and also acts as a charger for the battery inserted, when the recorder is not in use and plugged into an external supply. It is compatible with an external audio mixer or digital audio recorders which extends the flexibility of the recorder's on-board inputs and enhances audio input/output control.

cinedeck EXTREME

mike — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:08:43 +0000

General

Size
5″ x 8″ x 3.5″

Weight
> 4 lbs

Battery Mount
Anton Bauer
V-Mount

DC Power
Nearly any 9-to-28V DC

Monitoring & Display

Monitor
7″ (1024×600) touchscreen display for realtime preview,
focus, and review.
- Realtime composite and per-channel histograms, waveform and scope
for accurate exposure; available in fullscreen or ovrelay display modes
On-screen overlays: grids, crosshairs, safe frames, metadata, and
letterboxing.
- Simultaneous pass through of incoming signal for on-set
monitoring.
- SD TV and VGA display clone for secondary display with
interface.

Recording

Recording Media
Solid State Media

Record Time
up to 4 hours* on a single disk
*In Cineform2) Digital Intermediate codec, 4:2:2 10 bit “high quality” setting

Uncompressed Recording
SSD** or optional external portable RAID via ESATA

The standard OCZ3 drives are valid for for all formats (the 480GB disc is not qualified for uncompressed)

** Planned
1) Continuous recording time depends on resolution, bit depth, camera gain settings; standby time is considerably longer.
2) CineForm is the industry leader in cinema quality video compression, with quality equal or superior to hdcam–sr.

Audio
On-board 2 channel audio, line/mic level switchable with
phantom power

HD Format Support
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080p23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080p24, 1080PsF25, 1080p25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080p29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080p30, 1080i50, 1080p50, 1080i59.94, 1080p59.94, 1080i60, and 1080p60.

SD Format Support
625/25 PAL, 525/29.97 NTSC, 525/23.98 NTSC and 480p. (plus
realtime up/downconversion with hardware de-interlacing and 3:2 pulldown removal, and 23.98–>59i on playout options)

Recording Codecs
10 bit 4:2:2
12 bit 4:4:4
CineForm Digital Intermediates in MOV or AVI format
Avid DNxHD
All Apple ProRess
via HDSDI, HDMI, USB, or LAN.

Panasonic AJ-PCD2 P2 Card Reader

mike — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:45:51 +0000

The Panasonic AJ-PCD2 is an affordable single-slot P2 memory card drive designed for offloading footage in the field. Using two USB slots--one for data transfer, the other for power--the drive lets you offload footage from a P2 card to any computer or laptop. Rugged and reliable, the AJ-PCD2 works with all P2 cards and formats, and is compatible with Windows 7, XP, Vista and Mac OS X operating systems. Highlights Single-slot P2 card drive with USB 2.0 interface Light and compact construction makes it portable and ideal for field work with a notebook PC Supports both Windows and Macintosh operating systems USB bus power eliminates need for AC adapter

Convergent Design nanoFLASH

mike — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 21:41:58 +0000

The nanoFlash from Convergent Design records video, audio and timecode from an HD-SDI stream onto CompactFlash (CF) cards, employing the high quality Sony 4:2:2 MPEG2 codec for compression. Boasting an incredible small size and super low power consumption, nanoFlash stands poised to revolutionize the broadcast video industry. The camera-mountable nanoFlash, a miniaturized version of the award winning Flash XDR, has two CF card slots and embedded audio support only. nanoFlash can be powered from a camcorder battery (6.5-20VDC) and records 1080i60/50, 1080p30/25/24 or 720p60/50 at full raster (1920 x 1080i/p and 1280x720p) 4:2:2 MPEG2 at 50/100 Mbps (Long GOP) or 100/160 Mbps (I Frame only). As both a recorder and player, nanoFlash sports HD-SDI I/O as well as LTC in, wired remote control and a power/start/tally light connector. Records To Readily Available CF Memory Cards 32GB Compact Flash cards, available for a fraction of the cost of other professional video cards, enables 140/70 minutes of record time of high quality 50/100Mbps 4:2:2 footage per load of two cards (bit rates above 100Mbps require the 300X 16GB CF cards). Unlike FireWire based hard disk recorders, which merely copy the native camera video quality, nanoFlash can encode a live camera's "never compressed" HD SDI output to a much higher quality, higher bitrate with less compression, eliminating most of the mosquito noise and blurring artifacts. Full raster 1920x1080 (as opposed to 1440x1080 or 1280x1080) processing, coupled with 4:2:2 color (instead of 4:2:0), greatly improves horizontal resolution as well as keying and compositing operations.

AJA KiPro

mike — Tue, 25 May 2010 14:11:59 +0000

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Format
Apple ProRes 422
1080p, 1080i, 720p

Inputs/Outputs
Composite: BNC (x1 Output)
Component: BNCx3 (x1 Input, x1 Output)
HD-SDI: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output)
HDMI (x1 Input, x1 Output)
Analog Audio, Balanced: XLR L/R (x1 Input, x1 Output)
Analog Audio, UnBalanced: RCA L/R (x1 Input, x1 Output)
TimeCode: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output)
FireWire W800 1394b (Data Transfer): 9Pin
FireWire W400 1394a (Data, Control, and Timecode): 6Pin
Ethernet 10/100/1000: RJ-45 (x1 Input, x1 Output)
Remote RS-422: 9-Pin DSub
Headphone

Data Storage
AJA Storage Module
250GB or 500GB

Power Requirements
110-220VAC

Dimensions (WxHxD)
18 x 7 x 10″ (45.7 x 17.8 x 25.4cm)

Weight
7.4 lbs (3.6kg)

SONY SBAC-US10 SXS USB READER

tom — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:23:47 +0000

Dimensions (WxHxD)
104.5x24x121.3mm (w/o projection)
104.5x30x132mm (with projection)

Mass Approx.
200g

Storage Temperature
-20 to 60°C

Power Input
DC 12V

Power Consumption
3.5W

Input/Output
DC In: EIAJ x1
USB mini (B) x1
ExpressCard/34 slot x1

Data Transfer Speed
240Mbps (Read)
160Mbps (Write)

Recommended OS
Windows XPTM Home Edition
Windows XP Professional
Windows VistaTM Ultimate
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Home Premium
Windows Vista Home Basic
Mac OSTM X (v 10.3 and 10.4)