The DSR-1800 and the DSR-1600 employ the DVCAM format, the professional
extension of the worldwide standard DV format. The DVCAM format uses 8-bit
digital component recording with a 5:1 compression ratio and a sampling rate of
4:1:1 (for NTSC) / 4:2:0 (for PAL). The unique compression algorithm provides
excellent picture quality and superb multi-generation performance. The DVCAM
format has a wider track pitch of 15 µm (compared with 10 µm for the DV format)
which gives higher reliability for professional editing.
It also offers superior digital audio performance,
providing a wide dynamic range and excellent
signal-to-noise ratio comparable to CD quality. Alternative audio channel modes can be selected:
a two-channel mode with 48 kHz/16-bit recording or a four-channel mode with 32 kHz/12-bit recording.
DVCAM cassette tapes are available in two sizes: standard and mini. The standard-size cassette provides
a recording time of up to 184 minutes while the mini-size cassette provides up to 40 minutes.
Playback Compatibility with DV (25 Mb/s) Family Formats
For maximum versatility, the DSR-1800 and the DSR-1600 are designed to playback
DV (25 Mb/s) format recorded tapes without a mechanical adaptor – and without
requiring menu switching of playback modes before use. This playback versatility
includes consumer DV recorded tapes (SP mode) and even DVCPRO* recorded
tapes. Moreover, it is possible to use these tapes directly as editing source material
with ±0 frame accuracy.
* Playback signal of a DVCPRO recorded tape is not available via the SDTI (QSDI™) or i.LINK™
(DV In/Out) interface.
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DVCAM FEATURES
Digital Videocassette Player
DSR-1600/1600P
Main Features
The DVCAM Format for Professional Performance
Mini-size cassette
Standard-size cassette
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