Sony Broadcast HVR-M15AE

The most compact HDV capable VTR in the Sony range

In addition to providing HDV1080i recording and playback, the HVR-M15AE now features the HDV native progressive format capability, which provides stunning 1080p images at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second.* Along with support for both DVCAM and DV formats, the HVR-M15AE offers users the ability to work with both standard definition and high definition content.

The HVR-M15AE is also compatible with standard size cassettes. The DigitalMaster cassette can provide over 4 hours recording of HDV content - the ideal choice when longer recording times are required.

The compact dimensions of the HVR-M15AE means that it can be positioned either horizontally or vertically depending on individual needs, whilst its simple design makes it very easy to use.As with all HDV products, the HVR-M15AE has the added benefit of 2 year Silver Support warranty - providing additional piece of mind.

* "24p" means "23.98p" video signal and "30p" means "29.97p" video signal.

• HDV/DVCAM/DV Compatible
The HVR-M15AE, along with offering HDV 1080i recording and playback now offers progressive recording format. With this format, called HDV native progressive format, 1080p images at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second can be recorded. The HVR-M15AE enables users to play back 1080p images recorded with camcorders featuring this format and to record with i.LINK input. DVCAM and DV recording and play back for exisiting SD workflows is also available, providing full flexibility to record and play back either Standard or High Definition depending on production needs.

• Dual-size Cassette Mechanism
The HVR-M15AE accepts both standard and mini size HDV, DVCAM, and DV cassettes without using any special adaptor. It allows for HDV recording for up to 276 minutes with a DigitalMaster™ Cassette - ideal when longer recoding times are required.

• Down-conversion Capabilities
The HVR-M15AE allows down conversion from HDV1080i or p format. Analogue outputs (component/S-Video/Composite) and the i.LINK interface can provide a standard definition signal in either DVCAM or DV if required.

• 50/60Hz Switchable
The HVR-M15AE is compatible with both 50 and 60 Hz use - providing greater user flexibility to make and edit productions on a worldwide basis.

• Compact & Simple Design
The compact dimensions of the HVR-M15AE mean that it can be used even when workspace is at a premium, and its simple layout means that it is easy to use.

• HDV/DV IN TC
The HVR-M15AE is equipped with HDV/DV IN TC, enabling time code synchronization with external equipment - ideal when dubbing tapes or recording to tapes with material edited by nonlinear editing systems.

• Menu button
The HVR-M15AE offers a menu button. This enables quick menu access without the need of a remote control.

• Auto Repeat
The HVR-M15AE has an Auto Repeat function that enables it to repeatedly play back a program. Just after the HVR-M15AE reaches the end of the tape, it automatically rewinds the tape and repeats the playback.

• TC Reset
The HVR-M15AE can reset the time code value to 00:00:00:00 via either menu or wireless remote control.

Recording format
• HDV: HDV1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24p, 1080/25p, 1080/30p
• DVCAM / DV SP: DVCAM, DV SP 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL)

Playout format
• HDV: HDV1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24p, 1080/25p, 1080/30p
• DVCAM / DV SP: DVCAM, DV SP 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL)
• Playout video signal: 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL)

Tape speed
• HDV/DV SP: Max. 18.812 mm/s
• DVCAM: Max. 28.218 mm/s

Playback/recording time
• HDV/DV SP: Max. 276 min with PHDV-276DM cassette; Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette
• DVCAM: Max. 184 min with PHDV-276DM cassette; Max. 41 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette
• Fast forward/rewind time: Approx. 2.5 min with PHDV-276DM cassette

Input/output connectors/devices
• Video input/output: RCA x 1 / RCA x 1 (1Vp-p , 75ohm unbalanced, sync negative)
• Sync signal: 0.286Vp-p (50i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (60i / PAL)
• Burst signal: 0.286Vp-p (50i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (60i / PAL)
• S-video input/output: Mini-DIN 4pin x 2
-Y : 1Vp-p , 75ohm unbalanced, sync negative
-Sync signal : 0.286Vp-p (60i / NTSC) , 0.3Vp-p (50i / PAL)
-Chrominance signal : 0.286Vp-p (60i / NTSC),(burst, 75ohm) , 0.3Vp-p (50i / PAL),(burst, 75ohm)
• Component video output: RCA pin x 3
-Output at 480i NTSC
-With[BETACAM] selected in [480i LEVEL] of the [IN/OUT REC] menu
-Y: 1 Vp-p (0.286Vp-p sync negative, output impedance 75ohm unbalanced)
-Pb / Cb / B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) (75% color bar with 7.5% IRE setup)
-With[SMPTE] selected in [480i LEVEL] of the [IN/OUT REC] menu
-Y: 1 Vp-p (0.3Vp-p sync negative, output impedance 75ohm unbalanced)
-Pb / Cb/B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced)(100% color bar with no setup)
• Output with other settings
-Y: 1 Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced)
-Pb / Cb / B-Y , Pr / Cr / R-Y : 0.7Vp-p (output impedance 75ohm unbalanced) - (100% color bar with no setup)
• 480i / 480p:
-Y : with 0.3Vp-p sync negative
-1080i / 720p: Y / Pb / Pr : with 0.6Vp-p 3-level sync

• i.LINK: 6-pin
• LANC: Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm)
• Control S: Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm)
• Audio input: RCA x2,stereo
• Input level: -10dBu, input impedance: min. 47 ohm unbalanced, max Input level : +18dBu (approx. 6Vrms) 60i , +16dBu (approx. 5Vrms)50i
• Audio output: RCA x2,stereo
• Impedance : max. 1k/ohm unbalanced, Output level : -10dBu (=full bit -20dB) impedance 47 ohm unbalanced 60i, -10dBu (=full bit -18dB) impedance 47 ohm unbalanced 50i

Supplied Accessories
• Operation Manual
• Cleaning Cassette
• 2 x AA size batteries
• Stand (for vertical mounting)
• Power Cord
• AC-L100 (New AC Adaptor)
• RMT-DS7 (New Remote Commander)

Weight
• Approx. 2.3 kg (5 lb 1 oz)
• Power requirements: DC 8.4 V
• Power consumption: 6W (playback mode)