Features

Excellent Picture andSound Quality

Superb Picture QualityThe DVW-A510 uses the Digital BETACAM componentdigital recording format which provides superb picturequality and multi-generation capability to overcomethe limitations of analog recording. This techniqueprovides much greater operational f1exibility, forexample by minimizing dubbing limitations to allowmore efficient and complex multi-Iayering and editing.Because it meets the CCIR 601 standard, theDigital BETACAM format is also suitable for emerging16:9 wide-screen operations.

High Quality Digital AudioThe DVW-A51 0 provides four 20-bit digital audiosignal channels. To ensure a wide dynamic range foranalog audio signais, a super linear DIA converter isused in the DVW-A510 to achieve the required highresolution.

Long Playback TimeTo gain maximum performance from high densitydigital recording, new metal particle cassette tapeshave been developed exclusively forDigital BETACAM VTRs. To cover differentapplications, both large and small size cassettes areavallable and these have the same dimensions ascurrent Betacam cassettes.The use of this highly efficient data handling regimeachieves a longer playback lime than that of thecurrent Betacam format. A large cassette provides amaximum playback time of 124 minutes and a smallcassette up to 40 minutes.

Versatility forCurrent SystemEnvironments

Betacam SP Playback CapabilityThe DVW-A510 has the capability to play back tapeswhich are recorded in the current Betacam andBelacam SP (Oxide/Metal tape) formats. Dedicatedplayback heads and a signal processor for analogplayback make this possible without compromisingperformance. This compatibility is a major benefit forusers, who can utilize existing tape archives and takeadvantage of digital technology at the same time. Italso enables existing Betacam SP camcorders to beused for acquisition. So a current system can beupgraded from analog to digital step by step or ail alonce.

Compact and LightweightWith the development of an efficient data handlingsystem and application-specific LSls for signalprocessing and system control, the DVW-A510 iscompact and lightweight.It has the samedimensions ascurrentBetacam SPstudiomodels, so itcan replacethem without anymodification toexisting systemconfigurations. Inaddition, its weight ofapproximately 34 kg(75 lb) is comparable tocurrent Betacam SP studio VTRs. The use of LSls alsocontributes to a low power consumption of 175W.This compact, light weight and low power consumingunit is highly practical, particularly in a limited spaceenvironment such as inside an OB van.

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Versatile Integration intoCurrent Analog SystemsThe DVW-A510 has been specifically designed for easyintegration into existing analog systems. Built-in DIAconverters for both audio and video signais allow directinterfacing with analog equipment. In addition to analog

component interfaces, analog composite- T - - output ports are

incorporated toprovide a direct linkwith existing NTSCsystems. Physicaldimensions that areidentical to those ofBetacam SP VTRsand cassettes alsomean that SonyLibraryManagement

System™ (LMS) and Flexicart®multicassette systems can be easily

upgraded to digital operation - and F-.,..--~~~.IIthe DVW-CA510 player has beenintroduced specifically for SonyBetacart® systems.

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Seriai Digital InterfaceThe DVW-A510 is equipped with SOI (Seriai DigitalInterface) which conforms to the SMPTE259M. A 4:2:2component digital video signal, together with four digitalaudio channels and time code are carried via a singlecoaxial cable, allowing simple connection with other SOIequipped devices-including Sony DVS Seriesswitchers.Furthermore, SOI also gives the benefit of long distancetransmission-at least 200 meters without any extrahardware.

ComprehensiveEditing Features

Digital Jog SoundComplete reproduction of four channels of digital audiois achieved within the range of -1 to +1 times normalplayback speed, even in the Jog mode. This feature ishelpful in quickly and precisely establishing an editingpoint while monitoring the digital audio signais, whichremain in absolute sync with the pictures.

High Speed Picture SearchRecognizable color pictures are provided in shuttlemode at speeds up to approx. ±50 times normalplayback. In addition, recognizable digital audioplayback is also provided up to approx. ±24 timesnormal playback speed.These capabilities allow the desired picture to berapidly located.

Two-way Dial OperationThe DVW-A51 0 features two alternative ways ofselecting the Jog and Shuttle modes. For usersfamiliar with current Betacam VTR operation, pressingthe search dial switches between these two modes.Additionally, Jog, Shuttle and VAR buttons are locatedjust above the search dial, so that the operator also haspush-button mode selection in the same manner asSony BVH Series 1-inch VTRs and 0-1/0-2 DVR SeriesVTRs.

Dynamic Tracking™ PlaybackA DT playback capability provides broadcast qualitypictures over the range of -1 to +3 times normalplayback speed. Dedicated analog DT heads alsoprovide playback of analog signais from Betacamtapes over the same DT speed range.

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Dynamic Motion Control (DMC)PlaybackThe DVW-A510 also provides a DMC playbackcapability, memorizing the tape speed trajectory overthe DT speed range (-1 to +3 times normal speed).

Program PlayThe DVW-A510 has a Program Play mode whichallows video recordings to be reproduced over arange of ±15% normal speed, in increments of 0.1 %.With the BKDW-507 optional Audio Program Playboard installed, the four digital audio signais can alsobe compressed or extended (with correct pitch) alongwith the video signal. This useful feature allows theduration of a program to be extended or shortened sothat it will fit into an allocated time period.

Adjustment FreeOperation

Automatic Alignment SystemsThe DVW-A510 is fitted with Automatic AlignmentSystems to ensure the accurate reproduction of digitaldata. This includes an Automatic Equalizer whichoptimizes the gain and phase of the off-tape RF signal.With a powerful error correction and concealmentcapability, this automatic equalizer provides accuratereproduction of video and audio data ensuring stablepicture and sound quality.ln addition to this auto RF equalizer, the alignmentsystem also adjusts the servo systems to optimizetape tension, capstan frequency and drum phase, andDT performance after parts in the tape transport havebeen replaced.These automatic systems eliminate the need for timeconsuming manual equalizer and servo systemadjustments, ensuring stable and consistently highplayback performance.

SophisticatedMechanical Design

Reliable Tape TransportThe tape transport mechanisms of the DVW-A51 0 isdesigned for precision and robustness. It uses a midrotary type scanner which is positioned between the

upper and lower drumsto obtain fine head-to-tape contact.Additionally, severaldust-protectionsystems maintain theproper reproductionof digital data. Thisincludes headcleaners for both

rotary and time code/eue audio heads, a tape cleanerand an enclosure to prevent air flow into the tapetransport housing. With the use of powerful errorcorrection and concealment systems, these dust-protection features maintain accurate data playback.

Easy MaintenanceA sophisticated diagnostic system advises ofmalfunctions within the VTR. When a fault occurs, anerror message is provided on both the tape timerdisplay and Ihose video outputs which have acharacter superimposition facility. The precise locationand nature of a fault can then bequickly determined before itbecomes a major problem.ln the DVW-A510, most ofthe circuits arearranged on plug-inboards to allow quickand easymaintenance.Additionally, the drumassembly has beenprimarily designed to achieve easy, lowcost maintenance and simplify both mechanical andelectric alignment after scanner replacement. Thishelps to drastically reduce the time taken for periodicscanner replacement and minimizes manualadjustments.

Easy OperationChannel Condition MonitoringThe DVW-A51 0 has a three-color channel conditionindicator, each color representing a particular error ratethreshold level. Green indicates a good condition,yellow advises caution but operation can continue andred warns of a problem with either the tape or VTR.Details of the error rate of each channel can beobserved through an RS-232C communication port,allowing the monitoring of multiple VTRs.

Built·in Signal GeneratorA built-in signal generator is included to help systemset-up and maintenance. This internai generatorprovides 16 test signais, including color bars, ramp,multiburst, black burst, etc. Tone is also provided foraudio line-up.

Audio MonitoringA matrix of push buttons is provided for audiomonitoring switching. Each of the four playbackchannels (and the eue channel) can be switched toeither the left or right monitor outputs.The audio level meters and the playback level controlsfor the four digital audio channels and the eue channelare located on the upper control panel.

Ease of Initial Set-upSet-up parameters of the DVW-A51 0 can be set in itsmenu-style operation using the search dia!. While asimple, single line, menu is provided on the tape timerdisplay, a descriptive, multi-line menu is alsosuperimposed on one of the analog composite and oneof the seriai digital outputs. In order to be able to set upVTRs quickly, the DVW-A510 is equipped with threeuser memories of set-up parameters. These memoriesare simply recalled with the set-up select switch andset-up parameters are instantly changed to the storedvalues. With the use of these set-up memories, a VTRcan be immediately set up for a specific application.

VersatileSystem Interface

Digital OutputSeriai digital video and audioThe DVW-A510 is equipped with SDI (Seriai DigitalInterface) which conforms to the SMPTE259M. SDIcarries one digital video signal, four digital audiochannels and time code through a single coaxialcable.

Seriai digital audioDigital audio output ports conform to AES/EBUformat synchronized to video. The four channels ofdigital audio are coupled into pairs, CH1/CH2 andCH3/CH4.

Analog OutputOutput ports for analog component video, fourchannels of analog audio and cue audio, togetherwith analog composite video output ports are built

into the DVW-A510. They allow direct installation ofthese VTRs into analog systems without extraD/A converters.Front control panel buttons select any combination ofthe four audio channels or cue audio to the monitoringoutputs.

RemoteRS-422A

The DVW-A510 is equipped with RS-422A seriaicommunication ports to interface with Sony VTRs andedit controllers.

RS-232CFor communication with various equipment such aspersonal computers, an RS-232C seriaicommunication port is incorporated. Variousparameters can be set up and monitored through thisport allowing comprehensive monitoring of the entiresystem.

Parallel IIFFor customized applications, an optional BKDW-509Parallel (50P) Interface Kit is available, which allowsremote control of basic VTR functions through the 50-pin parai lei communication port.

Video controlThe DVW-A510 also has a 15-pin video control portthrough which the video processor can be adjustedfrom an optional BVR-50 Video Processor Control1er.

Control panelThe control panel can be completely detached fromthe DVW-A510 and remote operation can beextended up to 10m with an optional BKDW-510Control Panel Extension Kit and BKDW-511 ControlPanel Case.

DVW-A510'Parallel I/F is optional

System Configuration

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Optional Accessories

Paraflel (SOP) Interface Kil

BKDW-S09Control Panel ExterlSlon KIt

BKDW-S10Control Panel Case

BKDW-S11Video Processor Controller

BVR-SO

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PFV-DSO

Digital RaIe Convener

DFX-1201DlQllat AudIO Delay Unit

DDU-2100Olgllal COOr Corrector

BVX-D10DlQllaJ Video Interface Unit

PFV-DSO/D100/D200

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AudiO Convener Unit Digital AudIO Samphl"lQ Raie Converter DynamlC Mollon Conlroller Digital 4 22 Input KIl

DAF-2000A DFX-2400 DTR-3000 BKM-208S(for BVM·1911f191211916 131111316

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Digital MaMor Interface D'9llal AudiO Cable Remole Control Cable D·sub 9·pm Rack Mount Kil

DMIF-1000 ECD-3C/10C/30C RCC-SG/10G/30G RMM-110(lOf PVM.1344Q!1944Q) (3m. lOm, 30rn) (Sm. 1Dm, 30rn)

Audio Program Play Board

BKDW-S07

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Olgllal Video Cassene

BCT-D6/D121D221D321D40{Small Cassellej

Cleamng Cassene

BCT-SCLN

BCT-D34L1D64L1D94L1D124L(large Cassene)

Specifications

Input/output -"s~ig",n-"a,,-Iccs,-_~~ _Video

T1 _ 5O~s, T2 '" 15~s

.Analog Audio (eue track)Frequency response 100Hz 1012kHz ±3dB

Analog composite outputBandwldlh Y 0 to 575MHz +0.5/-0.7dBSIN ratio 58 dB or moreDifferentiai gain 2% or lessDifferentiai phase 2' or less"-----~-~--YIC delay 15ns or lessK-factor (2T pulse) 1% or less

.Digital Audio (DA 1 to DA 4 channels)Sampling Irequency 48kHz (synchromzed Wlth Vldeo)Quantization 20 bits/sampleAnalog output QiA quantt~?tlon 18 bits/sampie.Freque~y ~~sporise (OdB atlkHz) 20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5dS/-l.OdBDynamte range (~tlkHz. emphaSis ON) More than 95dB

Distortion Less than 0.05%(at 1kHz, empllaSls ON re'erenœ 1eveI)

Gross talk Less than --BOdSJalJ!':~.z be~ any 1Wo.~~nnels)

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SIN ratio (at3% distortion level) More than 45d8Distt:J!lio1 l!H 0. al t~!efef~ M) Less than 2%

~W~O~w:=&::'::'u~n~e::r :c:~;::o --=Le~ss than 02% rms• Rel8fence lavel .;.4dBm

0.5s or less ~~om~s~la~n~d~b~y~o~n~I_~~__6s or less

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