Sony Broadcast DVW-M2000P
Digital Betacam Studio Recorder
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Digital Betacam is in widespread use world-wide for the production of very high quality programme material. There is a substantial installed base of products and the format is readily accepted by many of the worlds most prestigious broadcasters. You can choose from a range of camcorders, studio VTRs, office players and a portable recorder for productions such as drama, natural history, arts, commercials or where you need to guarantee the best results for general TV programming.
The DVW-M2000P is the most fully featured VTR in the Digital Betacam line-up. It replaces the DVW-A500P, which for the last 10 years has been the de-facto tool for standard definition productions of the highest quality. The DVW-M2000P records and replays Digital Betacam component digital video. And for the first time in a Digital Betacam VTR, it also replays Betacam, Betacam SP, Betacam SX and MPEG IMX cassettes.
The DVW-M2000P packs high quality video performance, 4 channels of 20 bit digital audio and class-leading editing performance into a compact 4U chassis.
The DVW-M2000P is the most fully featured VTR in the Digital Betacam line-up. It replaces the DVW-A500P, which for the last 10 years has been the de-facto tool for standard definition productions of the highest quality. The DVW-M2000P records and replays Digital Betacam component digital video. And for the first time in a Digital Betacam VTR, it also replays Betacam, Betacam SP, Betacam SX and MPEG IMX cassettes.
The DVW-M2000P packs high quality video performance, 4 channels of 20 bit digital audio and class-leading editing performance into a compact 4U chassis.
Fast familiar editing performance
Operators around the world are familiar with the editing features provided by the DVW-A500P. The same easy-to-use controls have been designed into the DVW-M2000P. Assemble, Insert and Pre-read editing combined with smooth Jog and Shuttle control keeps the edit session moving at a rapid pace.
Long record duration onto digital tape
The DVW-M2000P records up to 124 minutes onto a large Digital Betacam cassette and up to 40 minutes onto a small cassette. That's significantly more than the capacity of a Betacam SP VTR, and the pictures look better too.
Flexible signal interfaces
The DVW-M2000P has composite and component analogue, and SDI inputs and outputs as standard. Audio can be input and output from the DVW-M2000P via the analogue, AES/EBU or SDI interfaces which are a standard feaure of every machine.
Industry-standard remote control interface
The RS-422A control port allows control from a wide range of Sony and third party controllers. You can quickly connect the recorder to your favourite edit controllers for studio or outside productions.
Easy integration into existing cart systems
Digital Betacam VTRs are the ideal machines with which to digitise an existing Betacam SP "on-air" facility. The DVW-M2000P is the same 4U height as the MSW-M2000P/1 Series MPEG IMX VTRs, and can be installed into Sony or third party cart machines with minimum disruption to your operation.
Audio "track bouncing" for speedy sound editing
Each of the 4 channels of 20 bit digital audio can be independently edited, and audio can be edited seperate to video even in pre-read mode. So, you can "bounce" audio tracks from channel to channel for complete flexibility in audio post production.
Automatic alignment after routine maintenance
Automatic alignment of the signal path after routine servicing is achieved via the Maintenance Menu of the DVW-M2000P. This speeds up routine maintenance and keeps operational downtime to a minimum.
High Definition Up-conversion with optional plug-in board
In recognition of the continued increase in the number of High Definition productions, a plug-in HD Up-convertor board can be fitted into the DVW-M2000P. This provides a 1080/50i output via HD-SDI from Betacam, Betacam SP, Betacam SX, MPEG IMX and Digital Betacam cassettes.
Memory Stick slot for rapid VTR configuration
A Memory Stick slot is located at the front of the VTR, and operational set-ups can be uploaded and downloaded to the DVW-M2000P from the Memory Stick. This feature is especially useful to quickly reset to a standard set-up after VTRs are returned from hire.
Operators around the world are familiar with the editing features provided by the DVW-A500P. The same easy-to-use controls have been designed into the DVW-M2000P. Assemble, Insert and Pre-read editing combined with smooth Jog and Shuttle control keeps the edit session moving at a rapid pace.
Long record duration onto digital tape
The DVW-M2000P records up to 124 minutes onto a large Digital Betacam cassette and up to 40 minutes onto a small cassette. That's significantly more than the capacity of a Betacam SP VTR, and the pictures look better too.
Flexible signal interfaces
The DVW-M2000P has composite and component analogue, and SDI inputs and outputs as standard. Audio can be input and output from the DVW-M2000P via the analogue, AES/EBU or SDI interfaces which are a standard feaure of every machine.
Industry-standard remote control interface
The RS-422A control port allows control from a wide range of Sony and third party controllers. You can quickly connect the recorder to your favourite edit controllers for studio or outside productions.
Easy integration into existing cart systems
Digital Betacam VTRs are the ideal machines with which to digitise an existing Betacam SP "on-air" facility. The DVW-M2000P is the same 4U height as the MSW-M2000P/1 Series MPEG IMX VTRs, and can be installed into Sony or third party cart machines with minimum disruption to your operation.
Audio "track bouncing" for speedy sound editing
Each of the 4 channels of 20 bit digital audio can be independently edited, and audio can be edited seperate to video even in pre-read mode. So, you can "bounce" audio tracks from channel to channel for complete flexibility in audio post production.
Automatic alignment after routine maintenance
Automatic alignment of the signal path after routine servicing is achieved via the Maintenance Menu of the DVW-M2000P. This speeds up routine maintenance and keeps operational downtime to a minimum.
High Definition Up-conversion with optional plug-in board
In recognition of the continued increase in the number of High Definition productions, a plug-in HD Up-convertor board can be fitted into the DVW-M2000P. This provides a 1080/50i output via HD-SDI from Betacam, Betacam SP, Betacam SX, MPEG IMX and Digital Betacam cassettes.
Memory Stick slot for rapid VTR configuration
A Memory Stick slot is located at the front of the VTR, and operational set-ups can be uploaded and downloaded to the DVW-M2000P from the Memory Stick. This feature is especially useful to quickly reset to a standard set-up after VTRs are returned from hire.
Recording Format:
Digital Betacam (625/50)
Replay Formats:
Digital Betacam (625/50)
MPEG IMX (625/50)
Betacam SX (625/50)
Betacam SP (625/50)
Betacam (625/50)
Video Input Signals
Analogue reference: BNC with loop through
Analogue composite: BNC with loop through
Analogue component: 3 x BNC (Y, R-Y, B-Y)
SDI: BNC with active loop through
Video Output Signals
Analogue composite: 3 x BNC (one with character display)
Analogue component: 3 x BNC (Y, R-Y, B-Y)
SDI: 3 x BNC (one with character display)
Audio Input Signals
Analogue audio: 5 x XLR 3-pin (CH 1 to 4 and CUE)
Digital audio (AES/EBU): 2 x BNC (CH1/2 and CH3/4)
SDI: BNC with active loop through
Time Code: XLR 3-pin
Audio Output Signals
Analogue audio: 5 x XLR 3-pin (CH 1 to 4 and CUE)
Digital audio (AES/EBU): 4 x BNC (CH1/2, CH3/4, CH5/6, CH7/8) - (CH5/6/7/8 are for MPEG IMX playback)
Analogue monitor: 2 x XLR 3-pin (assignable from CH 1 to 8)
SDI: 3 x BNC
Time Code: XLR 3-pin
Remote Control
RS-422A IN: D-sub 9-pin
RS-422A OUT: D-sub 9-pin
RS-232C (ISR*): D-sub 9-pin
Video Control: D-sub 15-pin
Control panel: Circular connector 10-pin
Parallel Remote: D-sub 50-pin
Supplied Accessories
4 Rack Mount Screws (PSW 4 x 16)
Installation Manual
Operation Manual
Power Requirements:
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 220 W / AC 240 V
Weight and Dimensions
Dimensions: 427 mm x 174 mm x 544 mm
Weight: Approx. 23.5 kg
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Digital Betacam (625/50)
Replay Formats:
Digital Betacam (625/50)
MPEG IMX (625/50)
Betacam SX (625/50)
Betacam SP (625/50)
Betacam (625/50)
Video Input Signals
Analogue reference: BNC with loop through
Analogue composite: BNC with loop through
Analogue component: 3 x BNC (Y, R-Y, B-Y)
SDI: BNC with active loop through
Video Output Signals
Analogue composite: 3 x BNC (one with character display)
Analogue component: 3 x BNC (Y, R-Y, B-Y)
SDI: 3 x BNC (one with character display)
Audio Input Signals
Analogue audio: 5 x XLR 3-pin (CH 1 to 4 and CUE)
Digital audio (AES/EBU): 2 x BNC (CH1/2 and CH3/4)
SDI: BNC with active loop through
Time Code: XLR 3-pin
Audio Output Signals
Analogue audio: 5 x XLR 3-pin (CH 1 to 4 and CUE)
Digital audio (AES/EBU): 4 x BNC (CH1/2, CH3/4, CH5/6, CH7/8) - (CH5/6/7/8 are for MPEG IMX playback)
Analogue monitor: 2 x XLR 3-pin (assignable from CH 1 to 8)
SDI: 3 x BNC
Time Code: XLR 3-pin
Remote Control
RS-422A IN: D-sub 9-pin
RS-422A OUT: D-sub 9-pin
RS-232C (ISR*): D-sub 9-pin
Video Control: D-sub 15-pin
Control panel: Circular connector 10-pin
Parallel Remote: D-sub 50-pin
Supplied Accessories
4 Rack Mount Screws (PSW 4 x 16)
Installation Manual
Operation Manual
Power Requirements:
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 220 W / AC 240 V
Weight and Dimensions
Dimensions: 427 mm x 174 mm x 544 mm
Weight: Approx. 23.5 kg
* Interactive Status Reporting
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