Sony PDW-1500 XDCAM DVCAM SD Compact Studio Recorder PAL

Description

The PDW-1500 Studio Recorder is a half-rack size recorder suitable for both nonlinear and
linear editing environments. Despite its small size, this deck offers high-speed data
transfer capability between compatible nonlinear editing devices, creating a powerful editing
system for video productions. Equipped with an RS-422A 9-pin interface,
the PDW-1500 also fits well in linear editing systems as a feeder, bringing the added
benefits of nonlinear disc recoding into a linear editing environment.
■ MPEG IMX/DVCAM recording
■ Proxy AV Data recording
■ High-speed file transfers: 50x for Proxy, 5x for DVCAM and
2.5x for MPEG IMX (at 50 Mb/s) files when using a Gigabit
Ethernet connection
■ Metadata recording
■ Ability to write EDL (Clip List) back onto disc
■ A variety of interfaces (*refer to the chart on page 19)
■ RS-422A 9-pin remote interface
■ Thumbnail Search operation
■ Scene Selection operation
■ Insert editing of audio tracks of a single clip (Clip audio
insert editing function)
■ Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
■ i.LINK (DV Stream) output from MPEG IMX playback
■ The use of the optional RM-280 Editing Controller allows
easy control of Thumbnail display and Scene Selection
operations, as well as basic playback controls.
■ Repeat playback function
■ Equipped with two optical head
■ Dimensions (W x H x D): 210 x 130 x 415 mm (8 3/8 x 5 1/8 x
16 3/8 inches)
■ Mass: 7.4 kg (16 lb 5 oz)
The Sony PDW-1500 is a half rack XDCAM recorder for Sony's line of non-linear optical cameras. Built upon blue laser technology, the XDCAM line of products takes advantage of non-linear workflow, while keeping the same archiving infrastructure professionals are accustomed to with tape-based acquisition.
The deck is small and provides all the necessary features professionals need. Features include high speed file transfer, metadata recording, along with multiple format capability. Sony's thumbnail search operation means no more winding through endless amount of recorded tape; each shot is right at your fingertips.
Multiple Formats
The PDW-1500 can play back and record both MPEG IMX and DVCAM formats, giving added flexibility for mastering and delivery. When recording to MPEG IMX there are three choices of bit rate, providing the user with options between higher quality or longer run times.
High Transfer Speeds
The deck has two optical heads that provide extremely fast transfer rates to editing workstations. The DVCAM format transfers at 5x normal speed while MPEG IMX run up to 2.5x. Proxy AV transfers provide 50x data rates. High speed is boosted by both FireWire and
Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
Non-Linear Scene Selection
Possibly the greatest attribute of working with non-linear optical recording is the ability to access scenes independently. This along with multiple viewing options makes XDCAM extremely powerful, increasing post-production efficiency. Sony's thumbnail scene selection tool makes looking for shots a breeze, simply cycle through the list of clips to find what you need.
Rack Mountable
The PDW-1500 is rack mountable talking up one half of any standard 19" racking system.