Sony DVW‑A500P Digi-beta Video Cassette Recorder and Player
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Datchet, Horton & Wraysbury 19.7 mi
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Description
the Sony DVW‑A500P is the flagship Digital Betacam recorder/player, offering pristine SD 4:2:2 video, four channels of 20-bit digital audio, and comprehensive analog-to-digital tape compatibility. With advanced transport control, a rich array of I/O, and rugged construction, it served decades of broadcast use and remains a benchmark in legacy tape-based video systems. 🎥 Format & Compatibility Records and plays Digital Betacam format tapes (both small and large cassettes). Capable of Betacam and Betacam SP playback, making it ideal for archiving or integrating older analog masters into digital workflows 👁️ Video & Audio Specification Delivers Standard Definition 4:2:2 component video at approximately 90 Mbps, ensuring high fidelity and clarity. Four-channel 20‑bit, 48 kHz PCM digital audio, plus a separate Cue channel and LTC timecode support. Embedded audio is accessible via SDI 🔌 I/O & Control Interfaces Offers multiple analog and digital I/O formats: SDI (with loop-through), component BNC, composite, AES/EBU, and multichannel analog audio XLRs. Full LTC and control via RS‑422A, RS‑232C, and parallel remote ports. Flexible outputs enable simultaneous professional monitoring and routing. ⚙️ Editing & Performance Features Supports advanced editing functions: pre-read, split editing, DMC (Dynamic Motion Control) for slow/reverse motion (−1× to +3×), insert edits and still frames. Enables high-precision tape control making it well-suited to linear edit suites. 🏗️ Build & Power Weighing around 35 kg, housed in a robust rack-optimized chassis (427 × 237 × 520 mm). Rated for continuous broadcast duty in studios and OB environments. Operates on 100–240 VAC, consuming about 240 W depending on configuration. 🎯 Legacy & Usage A staple of broadcast, editing and playout chains, the DVW‑A500P earned a reputation for unmatched reliability and picture/audio quality in its era. While largely replaced by file-based workflows, it remains in use for legacy tape workflows, high-end archive restoration, or as an on-air playout solution. Included :- 1x Sony DVW‑A500P 1x Iec to 13 amp 1x short SDI cable
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