The successor to the DSR-20, the compact DSR-25 DVCAM Digital Videotape Recorder provides a wide range of video professionals with superior sound and image quality. From independent film makers, event and wedding videographers, multimedia creators to video journalists can appreciate the convenience of its versatile recording, playback and simple editing and operation functions. The DSR-25 features DVCAM and DV format recording and playback, NTSC and PAL switchable recording, automatic format playback sensing, a 2 inch LCD monitor for viewing content, audio levels, tape information and user menu selection, automatic multiple voltage selection, and three remote control interfaces, including IR, LANC and Control S, as well as i.LINK IEEE 1394 DV I/O connection. This front-loading VTR accepts both standard and mini size cassettes, and its half-rack design allows the DSR-25 to be easily integrated into existing linear and non-linear editing systems. The DSR-25 is also an ideal VTR for those looking to move from analog based formats to a professional grade digital format with a simple yet robust migration path.

Time Code Recording via DV IN:

When recording through i.LINK, the time code o the original source can be recorded on to the tape, making it suitable for downloading non-linear edited sources with its original time code.

Color Bar Generation:

Built-in color bar generators are accessible through the user menu. (NOTE: The color bar is not compatible to SMPTE Standards.)

i.LINK IN/OUT:

The 4-pin i.LINK IEEE 1394 DV I/O connection allows digital dubbing and editing with virtually no quality loss. The IEEE 1394-1995 DV I/O enables connection to compatible third party video cameras, camcorders, VTRs, computers and video capture boards that support the DV In/Out interface for desktop editing. (NOTE: i.LINK connection compatibility must be verified by third party manufacturer.)

DVCAM Format or DV Format Capability:

Incorporates the DVCAM format offering superior video and audio quality for broadcast and professional use. Also capable of recording and playing the consumer DV format (SP mode only), allowing a maximum of 270 minutes of recording time (DVCAM format: maximum 184 minutes).

Compact Size

Space-saving half-rack size width and two unit (2U) height.

NTSC or PAL Recording and Playback:

The DSR-25 has the feature of being compatible to both NTSC and PAL signals. With the i.LINK connection or in playback mode, the DSR-25 automatically detects the color system of the source. When recording through the analog input, the manual select switch located on the rear panel allows either color system to be processed in the unit. (NOTE: The DSR-25 does not have the function of converting the signals between the two color systems.)

Built-in 2 Inch LCD Display:

123,200 pixel built-in LCD monitor for monitoring the camera picture, playback of the recorded picture, or viewing menu settings. The monitor can also display the levels for the four channels of audio. The audio levels can be viewed separately, or as an overlay above the picture.

Tape Counter Display

The DSR-25 has a digital tape counter display equipped on the front panel, convenient for performing relative time code data editing and monitoring the operation of the unit.

Standard and MiniDV Cassette Size Compatible:

The DSR-25 accommodates the two industry standard sizes of DVCAM and DV videocassette tapes; standard size and miniDV size.

Time Code / User Bit Preset (for DVCAM Mode only):

The initial time code can be preset using the internal time code generator. User bits can be preset to store alphanumeric data such as date, time, scene number, and other user information.

Digital Inputs:

4-pin i.LINK IEEE 1394 DV In/Out Connection

Control S:

Stereo Mini (Wired)

LANC:

Stereo Mini-mini

Dimensions:

212mm x 98mm x 392.8mm (including knob and button protrusions)

Weight:

4.3kg

Power Requirement:

AC: 100 ~ 240v

Power Consumption:

• AC: 16 W
  
• Operating Temperature:
  
• 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
  
• Tape Speed:
  
• DVCAM mode: 28.193 mm/s
  
• DV SP playback mode: 18.79 mm/s
  

VIDEO::

• DVCAM mode: 28.193 mm/s
  
• DV SP playback mode: 18.79 mm/s
  

Video Inputs:

• Composite (BNC x1)
  
• S-Video (DIN 4-pin x1) Luminance
  
• Chrominance
  

Video Outputs:

• Composite (BNC x1)
  
• S-Video (DIN 4-pin x1) Luminance
  
• Chrominance
  
• NTSC / PAL Recording Switch:
  
• Switch on back panel to select NTSC or PAL format for recording.
  

AUDIO::

• Switch on back panel to select NTSC or PAL format for recording.
  
• Phono Jacks (L&R) x2; Fixed or Variable (-10, -2, +4) Input Level Selection
  
• Audio Outputs:
  
• Phono Jacks (L&R) x2
  
• Headphone Jack:
  
• Stereo Mini (Front Panel)