The DVW-A500 features Betacam and Betacam SP playback capability, pre-read capability for video and audio, serial digital V/A interface (SMPTE 259M) along with built-in Component analog video and audio interfaces, and an optional Composite analog input (BKDW-505). Built-in A/D and D/A converters for both audio and video signals allow for direct interfacing with analog equipment. Delivers picture in shuttle mode up to speeds of approx. 50 times normal playback. The DVW-A500 also has a Program Play mode which allows video recordings to be reproduced over a range of 15% normal speed, in increments of 0.1%.