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HVR-1500

Digital HD Videocassette Recorder

www.sony.com/HDV

The monitor image is simulated.

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Bringing a New Level of Functionality and Robustness to HDV Productions

– the HVR-1500 HDV Recorder

The HVR-1500 is an HDVTMsource feeder/ recorder*1positioned at the top of the Sony HDV Series. Inheriting the design concept of the market-acclaimed DSR-1500A, the HVR-1500 offers the same convenient features that professional users demand, such as quick mechanical response, multi-format DV playback, and a rich set of professional video/audio interfaces ranging from analog to digital SDI and AES/EBU. The HVR-1500 also offers HD-SDI output and RS-422A control capabilities, bridging HDV source footage and assets with high-end HD formats and HD editing equipment.

The HVR-1500 can also be used as a standard definition DVCAM the same editing features as the DSR-1500A are offered. The HVR-1500 is certainly the HDV recorder of choice for environments where robustness and functionality are prime concerns.

In HDV mode, editing capabilities are not available.

recorder, in which case

The monitor image is simulated.

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Direction of tape travel

10 μm

Sub Code sector

MPEG-2 PES sector

(Video + Audio + Search + AUX)

ITI sector

Direction of head motion

6.35 mm (1/4 inch)

ITI: Insert and Track Information PES: Packetized Elementary Stream

HDV FORMAT

HDV 1080i Specification

The HDV 1080i specification*2for the HDV format features 1,080 effective scanning lines (interlace scanning system) and 1,440 horizontal pixels. It adopts the MPEG-2 compression format (MP@H14 for video),which uses 8-bit digital component recording with a sampling rate of 4:2:0. MPEG-1 Audio Layer II is used as the audio compression format, allowing for two-channel recording with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz/16-bit. The HDV 1080i specification provides the high picture quality required for HDTV program production.

Track Pattern of

the HDV 1080i

Specification

VERSATILE RECORDING & PLAYBACK

Switchable Recording

-HDV 1080i/DVCAM/DV and 60i/50i

The HVR-1500 can be switched between HDV 1080i*1, DVCAM, and DV (SP) *3recording modes, providing full flexibility to record in either standard definition or high definition depending on your production needs. In addition, it can be switched between 60i and 50i modes, eliminating the need for two separate VTRs, one for each standard.

In HDV mode, editing capabilities are not available.

The HVR-1500 supports DV (SP) mode only; DV (LP) mode is not available.Assemble or

insert editing is not supported in DV (SP) mode.

Playback Compatibility with DV (25 Mb/s) Family Formats

Compatible with Existing and New DV Videocassette Tapes

As a member of the proven DV family of formats, the HDV format was developed from the outset to be compatible with all grades of DV videocassette tape. This allows operators to use high-grade DV videocassette tapes for applications where high robustness is critical, or consumer-grade videocassette tapes for more economical operations. For heavy-duty applications, the DigitalMaster high-grade cassette tape has been developed. This tape is compatible with the HDV, DVCAM,and DV formats.

Although it is not used in Sony HDV products,the HDV format also defines the HDV 720p

specification, which features 720 effective scanning lines (progressive scanning system) and 1,280 horizontal pixels.

Down-conversion Capability

The HVR-1500 has a built-in down-conversion capability that allows 1080i recordings to be output as 480i and 576i signals from the i.LINK®and SD-SDI interfaces. These signals can also be output from the analog component, composite, or S-Video connectors. This allows 1080i recordings to be edited using nonlinear editing systems running DV editing software or to be viewed on an SD monitor. When down-converting the 1080i recording, the aspect ratio displayed can be converted from 16:9 to 4:3. Display modes can be selected from Squeeze or Edge crop.

DVCAM/DV (4:3)

HDV 1080i (16:9)

For operational versatility, the HVR-1500 is designed to play back DV (25 Mb/s) family format recorded tapes without a mechanical adaptor and without having to switch playback modes on the menu. DVCPROTM25 recorded tapes (M-size cassettes) can also be played back.

Long Recording Time

The HDV format adopts the same track pitch and tape speed as the DV format, thus offering the same recording time – a maximum of 276 minutes when recording on a PHDV-276DM DigitalMaster standard cassette tape and 63 minutes when recording on a PHDVM-63DM DigitalMaster mini cassette tape. The DVCAM format adopts a wider track pitch than the HDV/DV format (15 µm compared to 10 µm), and offers a maximum recording time of 184 minutes on a PDV-184N standard cassette tape and 40 minutes on a PDVM-40N mini cassette tape.

Down-conversion Formats and Interfaces

60i System

Playback/

Down-conversion

Format

1080i/60i 480/60i*

480/60i*

Playback/

Down-conver-

sion Format

1080/50i

576/50i

Recording Format

1080/60i*

HDV

DVCAM

DV(SP)

DVCPRO 25**

50i System

Recording Format

DVCAM

DV(SP)

DVCPRO 25**

"60i" indicates a field rate of 59.94 Hz.

The HVR-1500 can play back but cannot record DVCPRO 25 signals.

HDV

480/60i*

1080/50i

576/50i

Squeeze Edge crop

Output

HD-SDI SD-SDI i.LINK

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– ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● – ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● – ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● – ●● – ●● ●● ●●

HD-SDI SD-SDI i.LINK

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– ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● – ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● – ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● – ●● – ●● ●● ●●

Component Composite

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Output

Component Composite

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Analog

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Analog

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S-Video

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PROFESSIONAL INTERFACES

A full range of professional interfaces are available, allowing for flexible analog or digital configurations in both SD and HD systems. This allows operators to integrate the HVR-1500 exactly according to their system needs.

HD-SDI Interface

The HVR-1500 provides an HD-SDI output*4*5capability, through which 1080/60i or 1080/50i HDV recordings can be output in normal playback and search modes. Time code and audio signals are embedded in this HD-SDI output. This interface allows operators to integrate HDV footage and assets easily into existing HD-SDI-based editing systems such as the HDCAMTMand XDCAMTMHD systems.

HDV signals fed to the HVR-1500’s i.LINK interface cannot be converted and

output from the HD-SDI interface. The i.LINK input signal must be recorded to the HDV tape first.

DVCAM/DV playback signals cannot be up-converted for HD-SDI output.

SD-SDI Interface

The HVR-1500 also provides SD-SDI input*6/output capability. Time code and audio signals are embedded in the SDI signal. This allows the HVR-1500 to connect with a wide variety of digital equipment including SDI-based editing systems.

SD-SDI signals fed to the HVR-1500’s SD-SDI interface cannot be up-convereted to HDV

signals for recording to tape or to HD-SDI signals for output from the HD-SDI interface.

AES/EBU Interface

For professional digital audio needs, the HVR-1500 offers AES/EBU digital audio inputs/outputs.*

AES/EBU input for SD recording only.

i.LINK Interface

The HVR-1500 is equipped with a 6-pin i.LINK *7*8interface. This allows it to transfer digital video, audio, and command signals (in HDV, DVCAM, and DV format) to a compatible VTR or nonlinear editing system via just a single cable.

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an

IEEE 1394 connector. Not all products with an i.LINK connector will necessarily communicate with each other. For information on compatibility, operating conditions, and proper connection, please refer to the documentation supplied with any device with an i.LINK connector. For information on devices that include an i.LINK connection, please contact your nearest Sony office.

DVCAM/DV signals fed to the HVR-1500’s i.LINK interface cannot be up-convert-

ed to HDV signals for recording to tape or to HD-SDI signals for output from the HD-SDI interface.

Analog Interfaces

As standard, the HVR-1500 provides analog output interfaces for video and audio. These include composite, component, and S-Video (Y/C) outputs and two channels of audio output (via XLR connectors). Using these interfaces, the HVR-1500 can act as a source feeder for an analog editing system and as a simple playback viewer in various applications such as broadcast station studios, OB vehicles, and production offices. By installing the optional HVBK-1505 Analog Input Board, a full range of analog video and audio inputs also become available, allowing a smooth transition to digital systems.

PROFESSIONAL CONTROL

RS-422A Control

The HVR-1500 is equipped with an RS-422A interface, which is the industry standard for professional editing. This allows the VTR to interface with other Sony VTRs, editing controllers such as the Sony RM-280 Editing Controller, and nonlinear editing systems. The RS-422A offers frame-accurate insert and assemble editing in DVCAM mode. It can also be used for source feeding*10in HDV mode.

The availability of frame-accurate control is dependent on the connected editing controller.

For information on compatible editing controllers, please contact your nearest Sony office.

HD and SD Reference Inputs

The HVR-1500 accepts both HD and SD reference signals.

Time Code Input/Output

The HVR-1500 has a time code input/output capability to synchronize time code when making tape copies.

Built-in Signal Generator

Equipped with a built-in signal generator, the HVR-1500 can generate color bars or black burst for video, and a 1-kHz tone or silent signal for audio. These signals can be recorded to tape when the HVR-1500 is operating in DVCAM or DV mode*11to create a pre-striped tape prior to editing. They can also be output from the analog and digital interfaces to adjust other equipment in the system.

Recording these signals to tapes in the HDV format is not available.

OPERATIONAL RELIABILITY

By packing sophisticated mechanical technologies into its robust aluminum diecast chassis, the HVR-1500 provides the reliable operations that today’s video professionals demand.

Quick Response Mechanism

Quick mechanical response is an essential requirement for professional video production. The HVR-1500 provides this feature by using a reliable direct reel and drum motor mechanism. Fast forward and rewind speeds are an impressive +/- 85 times normal play speed. In HDV mode, the color picture search* +/-8 and +/-24 times normal play speed, and in DVCAM mode they are between -60 and +60 times normal play speed. In editing environments, where speed and time are critical, this mechanism reduces the frustration editors often feel when they are searching for specific scenes.

The color picture search function can be controlled through the RS-422A interface.

Tape and Head Cleaner for Reliable Operation

The HVR-1500 incorporates a tape cleaner that adopts a high-grade sapphire blade. This tape cleaner helps prevent signal dropouts by cleaning away particles that accumulate while the tape is running. The recorder also incorporates a head cleaner to maintain the performance of the drum heads. These cleaners improve the reliability of recording and playback.

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OPERATIONAL CONVENIENCE

Built-in 2.7-inch LCD Monitor

The HVR-1500 is equipped with a 2.7-inch*13color LCD monitor with a high resolution of 211 K dots. This allows operators to view the input source during recording and check the playback picture in a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio. It can also display the 4-channel audio level meters and time code, as well as setup menus for video, audio, and VTR settings. Three different display modes can be selected, as shown below.

Full Screen Display Mode

Status Display Mode

Small Screen Display Mode

The monitor images are simulated.

Viewable area, measured diagonally.

Auto Repeat

The HVR-1500 has a convenient auto repeat function. This enables the VTR to automatically rewind the tape to either the beginning of the tape or to a user-defined index point,and to start playback again from there. Repeat start and stop index points can also be defined by setting time code values.

Picture Search (in HDV mode)

With an editing controller, such as the Sony RM-280 Editing Controller, the HVR-1500 provides a convenient color picture search function for HDV recordings. *

Playback speed Image quality

x24 Coarse

x8 Coarse x1 Normal

x1/5 Normal x1/10 Normal x1/30 Normal

Forward

frame-by-frame

STILL Normal

x-1 Coarse x-8 Coarse

x-24 Coarse

In HDV mode, audio jog search is not supported and video jog search is sup-

ported in forward mode only.

Normal

Picture Search Using Menu Keys

The HVR-1500 provides a picture search function via the menu keys on its front panel. By pressing the / B and / A buttons, forward and reverse search of 8 and 10 times normal play speed is available in HDV and DVCAM/DV modes, respectively. The and buttons allow frame-by-frame picture search, as well as slow-motion playback.

Button operation Slow motion playback

/ B FWD search x8 x10 / A REV search x-8 x-10

(held down) x1/5 x1/2

(held down)

FWD frame-by-frame

REV frame-by-frame

Recording format

HDV DVCAM/DV

Yes Yes

No Yes

x-1 x-1/2

Assign Button

Functions frequently used for VTR operations can be assigned to an ASSIGN button located on the front panel of the HVR-1500.

Digital Slow Motion and Jog Sound (in DVCAM mode)

When used with an editing controller, such as the Sony RM-280 Editing Controller, the HVR-1500 can provide excellent digital slow motion and jog sound for DVCAM recordings. It offers variable speed playback within the range of -0.5 to +0.5 times normal play speed. This allows operators to locate editing points quickly and accurately using noiseless slow-motion playback pictures.

Audio Level Control

Audio levels can be adjusted via the control knobs on the front panel. In recording mode, the input audio level of the analog XLR, SD-SDI, AES/EBU, and i.LINK*15interfaces can be adjusted. In playback mode, the analog XLR, SD-SDI,HD-SDI, AES/EBU, and i.LINK*15output audio levels can be controlled.

In HDV mode, the input/output audio levels cannot be adjusted.

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OTHER FEATURES

Compact Design (half-rack wide, 3U high)

AC Operation (100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz)

Low Power Consumption (approximate 60 W)

VITC (Vertical Interval Time Code) (DVCAM format only)

Video Processor Control via Menu

Closed Caption Function (DVCAM/DV NTSC format only)

SIRCS (Sony Integrated Remote Control System) Interface

REAR PANEL

Rear panel of the HVR-1500 (with the optional HVBK-1505 board)

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Tape (HDV)

XDCAM Disc

XDCAM HD Recording Deck

i.LINK

Interface

i.LINK Interface

Dubbing

HD-SDI or

Nonlinear Editing System

HDV/XDCAM HD Production System

HVR-1500

Tape

(HDV/DVCAM/DV)

Nonlinear Editing System

HD/SD Nonlinear Editing System

HVR-1500

Tape (HDV)

HVR-1500 HDCAM Recorder

Tape (HDCAM)

HD-SDI

HDV/HDCAM Linear Editing System

Editing Controller

RM-280

RS-422A RS-422A

i.LINK Interface

APPLICATION EXAMPLES

ACCESSORIES

HVBK-1505

Analog Input Board

PHDV-276DM/186DM/124DM/64DM

DigitalMaster Standard Cassette Tape

PHDVM-63DM

DigitalMaster Mini Cassette Tape

PDVM-12CL

Cleaning Cassette Tape (Mini size)

RM-280

Editing Controller

PDV-12CL

Cleaning Cassette Tape (Standard size)

DSRM-10

Remote Control Unit

PDVM-12N/32N/40N

Digital Videocassette (Non-IC type/Mini size)

PDV-34N/64N/94N/124N/184N

Digital Videocassette (Non-IC type/Standard size)

PDVM-32ME/40ME

Digital Videocassette (IC-type/Mini size)

PDV-64ME/124ME/184ME

Digital Videocassette (IC-type/Standard size)

VMC-IL4615/IL4635

i.LINK Cable (4-pin to 6-pin, 1.5 m/3.5 m)

RCC-5G

9-pin Remote Control Cable (5 m)

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SPECIFICATIONS

HVR-1500

60i system 50i system

Recording/playback performance

Recording format 1080/60i†1, 480/60i†1(NTSC) 1080/50i, 576/50i (PAL) Playback & down conversion format 1080/60i†1, 480/60i†1(NTSC) 1080/50i, 576/50i (PAL) Tape speed HDV/DV SP 18.812 mm/s 18.831 mm/s

DVCAM 28.193 mm/s 28.221 mm/s Playback/recording HDV/DV SP Max. 276 min with PHDV-276DM cassette time Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette

DVCAM Max. 184 min with PDV-184N cassette

Max. 40 min with PDVM-40N cassette

Fast forward/rewind time Approx. 3 min with PHDV-276DM and PDV-184N cassette

Video Input

Digital video SD-SDI (BNC x1) Conforms to Serial Digital Interface (270Mb/s), SMPTE 259M Conforms to Serial Digtal Interface (270Mb/s), ITU-R BT. 656 Analog video Ref. video (HD/SD) HD: bipolar tri-level sync, 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative HD: bipolar tri-level sync, 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative

(BNC x2, loop-through connection)

†2

Component

†3

(BNC x3)

†2

Composite

(BNC x2, loop-through connection)

†2

S-Video

†3

(BNC x2)

†3

SD: black burst or composite sync, 0.286 Vp-p , 75 Ω , SD: black burst or composite sync, 0.3 Vp-p , 75 Ω ,

sync negative sync negative

Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (75% color bars) R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (100% color bars) B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (75% color bars) B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (100% color bars)

†3

1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative

Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative

C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (at burst level) C: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (at burst level)

Audio Input

Digital audio AES/EBU (BNC x2) Conforms to AES-3id-1995 Analog audio

†2

Audio (XLR 3-pin female x2) +4/0/-6 dBu high impedance, balanced +4/0/-3/-6 dBu, high impedance, balanced

Vidio Output

Digital video HD-SDI (BNC x2) Conforms to Serial Digital Interface (1.485, 1.485/1.001 Gb/s), SMPTE 292M

SD-SDI (BNC x2) Conforms to Serial Digital Interface (270 Mb/s), Conforms to Serial Digital Interface (270 Mb/s),

SMPTE 259M ITU-R BT.656

Analog video Component (HD) Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative

(BNC x3)

†4

R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω

Component (SD) Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative

†4

(BNC x3)

Composite (BNC x1) S-Video Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative (BNC x2)

†4

R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (75% color bars) R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (100% color bars)

B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (75% color bars) B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω , (100% color bars)

1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative

C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (at burst level) C: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (at burst level)

Monitor video (BNC x1) Composite, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω , sync negative, with superimposed text information

Audio Output

Digital audio AES/EBU (BNC x2) Conforms to AEC-3id-1995 Analog audio Audio (XLR 3-pin male x2) +4/0/-6 dBu, 600 kΩ loading, low impedance balanced +4/0/-3/-6 dBu, 600 kΩ loading, low impedance,

Monitor (RCA pin x1) -∞ to -11 dBu ±1 dB (-20 dBFS), 47 kΩ , unbalanced -∞ to -9 dBu ±1 dB (-18 dBFS), 47 kΩ , unbalanced Headphones (JM-60 iack x1) -∞ to -13 dBu (-20 dBFS), 8 Ω , unbalanced -∞ to -11 dBu (-18 dBFS), 8 Ω , unbalanced

i.LINK Interface

i.LINK 6-pin x1

†5

IEEE 1394-based

Time Code Input/Output

TC In BNC x1 0.5 Vp-p to 18 Vp-p, 3.3 kΩ , unbalanced TC Out BNC x1 2.2 Vp-p ±3 dB (when 600 Ω terminated), unbalanced

Remote

RS-422A D-sub 9-pin (female) x1 Control-S (SIRCS) Stereo mini jack x1

General

Weight Approx. 15 lb 3 oz (6.9 kg) Dimensions 8 3/8 x 5 1/8 x16 5/8 inches (211(W) x 130 (H) x 420 (D) mm) Power requirement AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption Approx. 60 W Operating temperature 41 ˚F to 104 ˚F (5 ˚C to 40 ˚C) Storage temperature -4 ˚F to +140 ˚F (-20 ˚C to +60 ˚C) Operating relative humidity Less than 80% Storage relative humidity Less than 90%

Supplied Accessories

AC power cord x1

Operating instructions x1

†1

"60i" indicates a field rate of 59.94 Hz. †2The HVBK-1505 Analog Input Board is required. †3Component, composite, and S-Video inputs share the same BNC connectors.

†4

Component, composite, and S-Video outputs share the same BNC connectors. †5HDV and DV streams share the same i.LINK connector.

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Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.

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