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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
| Features | Benefits: |
|---|---|
| Switchable Recording and Playback | |
| Dual-size Cassette Mechanism | |
| i.LINK Interface | |
| Time Code Copy from External Devices | |
| Auto Repeat and Custom Repeat | |
| Color Bar and 1-kHz Audio Tone Signal Output | |
| External Control | |
| Compact, Unique Design |
| Built-In Display Specifications | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Built-In Display | NA |
| General Specifications | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) (Excluding Protrusions) | 184 x 69 x 261mm (7 1/8 x 2 3/4 x 10 3/8) |
| Fast Forward/Rewind Time | Approx. 2.5 min with PHDV-276DM cassette |
| Humidity | Less than 90% |
| Mass | 2.3 kg (5 lb 1 oz) |
| Operating Temperature | +5 to +40°C (+41 to +104°F) |
| Playback Format | HDV: 1080/59.94i,50i, 23.98P, 29.97P,25P DVCAM, DV SP: 480/59.94i, 576/50i |
| Power Consumption | 6W (playback mode) |
| Power Requirements | DC 8.4V |
| Recording Format | HDV1080i specification (MPEG2 Long GOP, CBR, 25Mb/s, MPEG-2 MP@H14) MPEG-1 Audio Layer2 (2ch, 16-bit, 48KHz) or MPEG-2 Audio Layer2 (4ch, 16-bit, 48KHz) DVCAM/DV(SP) Linear PCM (2ch, 16-bit, 48-kHz) |
| Recording Frame Rate | HDV (i.LINK input) 1440X1080/59.94i,50i, 29.97P,23.98P, 25P DVCAM/DV 480/59.94i |
| Recording/Playback Time | HDV/DV SP: Max. 276 min with PHDV-276DM cassette Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette DVCAM: Max. 184 min with PHDV 276DM cassette Max. 41 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to +60°C (-4 to +140°F) |
| Inputs/Outputs Specifications | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Analog Audio Input | RCA (CH-1,CH-2) |
| Analog Audio Output | RCA (x 2) |
| Component Input | NA |
| Component Output | RCA (x 3) |
| Composite Input | NA |
| Composite Ouput | BNC (x 1), NTSC or PAL |
| Control-S | Stereo mini jack (x 1) |
| DC Input (12 V) | DV jack (8.4V) |
| Digital Audio Input (AES/EBU) | NA |
| Digital Audio Output (AES/EBU) | NA |
| HDMI | NA |
| Headphone Output | NA |
| LANC | Stereo mini-jack (x 1) |
| Monitor Audio | NA |
| Monitor Video | NA |
| RS-422A | NA |
| RS232C | NA |
| Reference Input | NA |
| S-Video Input | Mini-DIN 4pin (x 1) |
| S-Video Output | Mini-DIN 4pin (x 1) |
| SDI Input | NA |
| SDI Output | NA |
| Time Code Input | NA |
| Time Code Output | NA |
| USB | NA |
| i.LINK | IEEE1394, 6pin (x 1), HDV / DV stream input/output, S100 |
| Media Specifications | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Type | DV casette x1 (mini / standard compatible) |
Supplied Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remote commander (x 1) | |||
| AC adaptor (x 1) | |||
| Power cord (x 1)* | |||
| Stand (x 1) | |||
| Cleaning cassette (x 1) | |||
| Operating instructionis (x 1) | |||
| *Power cord won't be supplied for CE model |
Product Brochure
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVR-M35U / HVR-M25AU / HVR-M15AU Digital HD Videocassette Recorder | pdf / 1,112K | Download now |
Warranty Card
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadcast and Business Solutions Warranty Card | pdf / 137K | Download now |
Product Manual
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMMHVRM15 DUAL RACKMOUNT Installation Manual | pdf / 81K | Download now | |
| HVR-M15AU Operating Manuals | pdf / 1,628K | Download now |
Service
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPSDVR10RSEW3 | 3 Year Extended Warranty for DVRs with list to $10,000 | $169.99 | Get details |