12
Outline
O
u
tl
in
e
Large 240 GB storage capacity
while on location
The supplied HDD cartridge is inserted into
a slot on the unit during use. The cartridge’s
large 240 GB capacity allows storage of up
to about 800 minutes of data recorded in
HQ mode (about 1,040 minutes in SP
mode).
As the HDD cartridge is removable, you
can replace it with an optional PXU-HC240
HDD Cartridge to back up even more data.
The BP-U30 Battery Pack (optional) used
for XDCAM EX camcorders can also be
used with this unit, allowing extended use
in outdoor locations. This, in combination
with the large storage capacity of the HDD
cartridge, prevents missed shooting
opportunities while on location.
Fast backup of SxS memory card
data
• Copy function
By inserting an SxS memory card
removed from an XDCAM EX
camcorder into the card slot on this unit,
and simply pressing the COPY button,
you can copy the entire content of the
card’s recorded data onto the HDD
cartridge.
The process of backing up data is easier
than with a computer.
The maximum rate of data transfer from
an SxS memory card to the HDD
cartridge is approx. 600 Mbps. You can
copy the content of a 32 GB SxS memory
card that is filled to capacity (about 100
minutes of data in HQ mode) in about 10
minutes.
• Verify function
Each time data is written to the HDD
while you copy data from an SxS
memory card to the HDD cartridge, this
function checks whether write errors
have occurred. If a write error occurs
during a copy operation, the operation is
stopped. By verifying that data has been
backed up properly, you can safely reuse
the SxS memory card.
• Playback on XDCAM EX camcorders,
recorders, and other devices
By connecting the supplied PHU
connection cable to the USB connector
on the unit and the card slot on a
camcorder, you can preview clips stored
on the unit on the LCD screen of the
camcorder.
1)
1) Direct recording of video from the
XDCAM EX camcorder to this unit or HDD
cartridge is not supported.
Use as high-speed read/write
adaptor
By connecting the unit to a video editing
computer via eSATA interface, you can
transfer 240 GB of data to the computer in
about 80 minutes, or about 1/3 the time it
would take via USB 2.0 connection.
2)
You can also use the USB cable to connect
the HDD cartridge directly to the computer,
without the main unit of the mobile storage
unit.
3)
2) The transfer time may vary depending on your
computer system and other conditions.
3) When using the HDD cartridge as a stand-
alone device, be sure to use the AC adaptor to
supply power.
Drop-shock protection for HDD
The unit is equipped with a 3G (3-axis
acceleration) sensor that prevents damage
to the HDD by automatically retracting the
recording heads of the inserted HDD
cartridge when acceleration rises above a
certain level. The HDD cartridge also
features a drop-shock protection system
that uses a newly developed shock
absorbing material to protect the hard
disk.
4)
4) The shock protection functions do not
guarantee proper functioning and protection
from damage.
