The PDW-V1, Mobile Deck, is a compact and lightweight unit, offered as an affordable solution for playing back Professional Discs as well as for AV and data file recording through its Ethernet or i-LINK (AV/C and File Access Mode) interface. It has been designed for field applications, and for desktop viewing by journalists, producers, and other production staff. A unique feature is its built-in 3.5-inch type color LCD screen, allowing users to view recording files any time, anywhere without the need for an external video monitor. Also, PDW-V1 is equipped with a VGA output capability, so users can view recording files on standard computer displays. It can be AC or battery powered, covering both field and in-house operation. Playback DVCAM and MPEG IMX (30, 40, 50Mbps). Because it allows high-speed transfer of proxy AV data, it can also serve as a cost-effective editing solution in conjunction with external NLE. Proxy file can be transferred up to 30 times faster than real-time, and IMX/DVCAM file 0.5-2.5 times faster than real-time. In the combination with external PC, annotation, script and/or EDL can be created by using proxy video & audio and sent back to disc through network. The Sony XDCAM series of Optical Disc products will have 7 years "Powertrain" Warranty for its laser block. This "Powertrain" Warranty is unprecedented for Sony and demonstrates the confidence Sony has in its XDCAM products.
Highlights:
- Playback of MPEG IMX/DVCAM
- High-resolution AV files (MPEG IMX/DVCAM) and proxy AV data can be recorded via its Ethernet or i-LINK File Access Mode interface
- High speed transfer of proxy AV data at up to 30-times speed
- Metadata recording
- Ability to write EDL back onto disc
- Compact, lightweight design
- One optical head allowing transfer speeds of 1.25x for MPEG IMX (50Mbps) and 2.5x for DVCAM streams
- 3.5-inch type color LCD screen
- Thumbnail search operation
- Scene selection operation
- VGA output capability
- AC/Battery-powered operation
- Network Connectivity (100Base-T and i-LINK)
- Search speed (in color): JOG:-1 to +1 times normal speed, Shuttle: +/- 50 times normal speed
- 7 years "Powertrain" Warranty for XDCAM laser block
| Features: | Benefits: |
|---|---|
| Compact, lightweight design, with AC/battery powered operation | Dimentions (W x H x D): 210 x 90 x 320 mm (8 3/8 x 3 5/8 x 12 5/8 inches), Mass: 3.5 kg (7lb 11 oz). It can be AC, DC or battery powered. |
| Playback of MPEG IMX/DVCAM | MPEG IMX (30, 40, 50 Mbps) and DVCAM recordings can be played back. |
| High-resolution AV files, proxy AV and metadata can be recorded via Ethernet or i-LINK | High-resolution AV (MPEG IMX/DVCAM) file, proxy AV file and metadata can be transferred and recorded through network interfaces, Ethernet and i-LINK, in conjunction with external PC. |
| Thumbnail Search and Scene Selection | 3.5-inch color LCD screen provided enables thumbnail search and scene selection functionalities. They enable quick ramdom access to each clip and creating a scene selection list, PDW-V1 playback the selected clips seamlessly according to the list. |
| Network Connectivity | In addition to conventional AV interfaces, PDW-V1 provides i-LINK interface as well as Ethernet connectivity. They enable to hook up with external PC, and provide high speed file tranfser (up to 30x for proxy AV file, up to 2.5x for DVCAM file, up to 1.5x for MPEG IMX 50Mbps file), as well as e-Support. |
Other Inputs/Outputs
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| i.LINK | IEEE 1394 DV IN/OUT or File Access Mode 6-pin x 1 |
| Network | 100Base-TX (RJ-45 x1) |
Processor Adjustment Range
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Chroma Level | ±3 dB |
| Chroma Phase/Hue | ±30° |
| Set up/Black Level | ±30 IRE/±210 mV |
| Video Level | ±3 dB |
General - Recording/Playback Format
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Audio | MPEG IMX: 8 ch/16 bit/48 kHz or 4 ch/24 bit/48 kHz DVCAM: 4 ch/16 bit/48 kHz |
| Proxy Audio | A-law (8/4 ch 8 bit 8 kHz) |
| Video | MPEG IMX (50/40/30 Mb/s) DVCAM (25 Mb/s) |
| Proxy Video | MPEG-4 |
General
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7 lb 11 oz (3.5 kg) |
| Power Requirements | AC 100 to 240 V 50 / 60 Hz DC (with battery) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 8 3/8 x 3 5/8 x 12 5/8 inches (210 x 90 x 320 mm ) |
| Power Consumption | 46 W |
| Operating Temperature | +32 to +104°F (0 to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to +140°F (-20 to +60°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 90% (relative humidity) |
General - Search Speed (in color)
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Jog Mode | ±1 times normal playback speed |
| Mode | ±20 times normal playback speed |
| Variable Speed | ±1 times normal playback speed |
General - Recording/Playback Time
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| MPEG IMX | 50 Mb/s: 45 min. 40 Mb/s: 55 min. 30 Mb/s: 68 min. |
| DVCAM | 85 min. |
Signal Outputs
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Analog Composite Output | BNC x1 (character out) 1.0 Vp-p 75 Ω sync negative |
| Audio Monitor Output | RCA x2 (L/R) -11 dBu 47 kΩ unbalanced |
| Headphone Output | JM-60 Stereo phone jack x1 -∞ to -13 dBu 8 Ω unbalanced |
| SDI Output | BNC x1 (character out) SMPTE 259M (ITU-R BT656-3) 270 Mb/s |
| Built-in Audio Speaker | x1 monaural |
| Built-in Display | 3.5-inch type color LCD monitor |
| Video Monitor Output | D-sub 15-pin x1 analog RGB |
Supplied Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operation manual (x1) | |||
| PDZ-1 proxy browsing software (x1) | |||
| MXF proxy viewer software (x1) | |||
| Shoulder belt (x1) |
Optional Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BPL60S | Hard Carbon Lithium-Ion Battery | $468.65 | Get details |
| BCL70 | Portable 2 channel battery charger for lithium-ion batteries | $813.70 | Get details |
| BCL500 | 4CH Lithium-Ion Battery Charger | $1,751.00 | Get details |
| BPL80S | Hard Carbon Lithium-Ion Battery pack (83.5Wh) | $618.00 | Get details |
| BCM150 | Ni-MH & Lithium-Ion Battery Charger | $1,390.50 | Get details |
| BPGL65 | Graphite Lithium-Ion Battery | $360.50 | Get details |
| BPGL95 | Graphite Lithium-Ion Battery | $669.50 | Get details |
Product Brochure
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XDCAM and XDCAM EX Product Brochure | 07/16/2008 | pdf / 2,460K | Download now |
User Manual
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDW-V1 Professional Disc Recorder Operation Manual | pdf / 2,699K | Download now |
Family Brochure
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XDCAM Family Brochure | 12/21/2007 | pdf / 4,251K | Download now |