Panasonic Intros Master Quality DV Tape Line; New Half-rack DVCPRO/DV VTR
February 14, 2005
Secaucus, NJ - Panasonic Broadcast has introduced the AJ-SD255 DVCPRO/DV recorder, a half-rack size VTR tailor-made for nonlinear editing applications, as well as a variety of production tasks.
The company also introduced a new professional DV tape series called Advanced Master Quality (AMQ) for professional users.
The AJ-SD255 provides up to 126 minutes of continuous recording/playback, permitting the recording of lengthy programming on a single cassette. For field recording, 66-minute cassettes can be utilized without the need for an adaptor, the copmany descirbes.
Adding the optional IEEE 1394 digital interface (the AJ-YAD255G board), the AJ-SD255 can send and receive data in both DVCPRO and DV, and also convert between the two formats. It also offers a function that converts the "unlocked audio" recording during DV input to "locked audio," making the AJ-SD255 especially well suited for NLE applications.
The AJ-SD255 features video input/out (BNC x 3) for composite, component or YC signals; a two-channel 48kHz/16-bit digital audio input/out, as well as one analog cue track. A separate monitor output (BNC, L/R Phono) is also provided. Adding the optional AJ-YA94G board provides serial digital interface (video/audio, SMPTE259M-C/272M) input and output capabilities, making the VTR suitable for use in digital systems at broadcast studios and production facilities.
Users can customize the VTRs operation by assigning functions from the setup menu to each of three programmable function buttons, yielding instant access to the operations used most often.
Measuring 8-1/2" wide, the lightweight (15 lbs.) AJ-SD255 is compatible with power supplies from 100 to 240 VAC.
A new design incorporating a slanted panel and joystick facilitates operation and the joystick has been redesigned to facilitate Slow and Shuttle Search operation, and can also be used to select from the menu and set the time code. The AJ-A95 optional RCU offers 9-pin remote (RS-422A) control.
For the new AMQ DV tapes, Panasonic has adopted a new surface treatment process that improves the thickness, quality, reliability and durability of the tape's diamond-like coating and improves interaction with its dry lubricant. The new Panasonic Mini-DV and standard DV tapes offer better still photo performance and improvements against head clogging. The tape models provide an easy-to-write-on cassette label where the label is already affixed to the tape, and a two-way open soft case. Availability of the new models is June.
Suggested List Price
AY-DVM33AMQ
33 min. Mini DV tape
$12.95
AY-DVM48AMQ
48 min. Mini DV tape
$14.95
AY-DVM63AMQ
63 min. Mini DV tape
$15.95
AY-DV96AMQ
96 min. Standard DV tape
$35.95
AY-DV124AMQ
124 min. Standard DV tape
$43.95
AY-DV186AMQ
186 min. Standard DV tape
$51.95
AY-DV276AMQ
276 min. Standard DV tape
$57.95
The AJ-SD255 DVCPRO/DV VTR will be available in April at a suggested list price of $5,500. The AJ-YAD255G IEEE 1394 interface board, available in April, has a suggested list price of $700. The AJ-YA94G SDI board is available now at a suggested list price of $1,500.
For more information, visit
www.panasonic.com/broadcast
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