The HDV HVR-M15AU, digital HD videocassette recorder, is the enhanced successor model to the HVR-M15U. This new VTR features HDV native progressive format capability, providing a stunning 1080p image at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second. It is compatible with standard and mini cassettes, providing extended recording times up to 276 minutes. The HVR-M15AU is optimized for use with nonlinear editing systems due to its highly compact size and ease of operation.
Highlights:
- HDV Native Progressive HDV recording &playback
- Switchable recording & playback
- -HDV 1080 60i/50i, 1080/24P,25P,30P,
- -DVCAM 60i/50i, DV SP 60i/50i
- Down conversion playback
- i.LINK 6-pin: Transferring of A/V, TC & UB
- Controls: LANC & Control S
- Auto repeat
- Dual size cassette mechanism
- Tape cleaner for reliable operation
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General Specifications |
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Mass |
2.3 kg (5 lb 1 oz) |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) (Excluding Protrusions) |
184 x 69 x 261mm (7 1/8 x 2 3/4 x 10 3/8) |
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Power Requirements |
DC 8.4V |
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Power Consumption |
6W (playback mode) |
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Operating Temperature |
+5 to +40°C (+41 to +104°F) |
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Storage Temperature |
-20 to +60°C (-4 to +140°F) |
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Humidity |
Less than 90% |
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Recording Format |
HDV1080i specification (MPEG2 Long GOP, CBR, 25Mb/s,
MPEG-2 MP@H14) |
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Playback Format |
HDV: 1080/59.94i,50i, 23.98P, 29.97P,25P |
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Recording Frame Rate |
HDV (i.LINK input) |
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Recording/Playback Time |
HDV/DV SP: |
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Fast Forward/Rewind Time |
Approx. 2.5 min with PHDV-276DM cassette |
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Inputs/Outputs Specifications |
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Reference Input |
NA |
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Composite Input |
NA |
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Composite Ouput |
BNC (x 1), NTSC or PAL |
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S-Video Input |
Mini-DIN 4pin (x 1) |
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S-Video Output |
Mini-DIN 4pin (x 1) |
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Component Input |
NA |
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Component Output |
RCA (x 3) |
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Analog Audio Input |
RCA (CH-1,CH-2) |
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Analog Audio Output |
RCA (x 2) |
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Digital Audio Input (AES/EBU) |
NA |
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Digital Audio Output (AES/EBU) |
NA |
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SDI Input |
NA |
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SDI Output |
NA |
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HDMI |
NA |
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i.LINK |
IEEE1394, 6pin (x 1), HDV / DV stream input/output, S100 |
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Time Code Input |
NA |
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Time Code Output |
NA |
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RS232C |
NA |
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LANC |
Stereo mini-jack (x 1) |
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Control-S |
Stereo mini jack (x 1) |
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Monitor Video |
NA |
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Monitor Audio |
NA |
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USB |
NA |
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Headphone Output |
NA |
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DC Input (12 V) |
DV jack (8.4V) |
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RS-422A |
NA |
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Built-In Display Specifications |
Detail: |
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Built-In Display |
NA |
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Media Specifications |
Detail: |
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Type |
DV casette x1 (mini / standard compatible) |
Useful Link
User Manual for the Sony HVR-M15AU Videocassette player and recorder (VTR)
