Wide LCD panel enables operators to check 16:9 aspect picture images, audio levels and set-up menu. These are useful when checking system conditions. In addition, the recorder is also equipped with an audio signal generator of 1 kHz (60i: full bit -20 dB, 50i: full bit -18 dB). The HVR-M15 is equipped with a signal generator for three types of color bars that is activated from the set-up menu. Useful when dubbing tapes or recording to tapes with material edited by nonlinear editing systems. It allows for HDV long-time recording for up to 276 minutes with a PHDV-276DM, Digital Master Tape.Īllows for the easy migration to HD, and the backward compatibility to SD. This innovative feature allows six different types of cassette tapes to be used without the cumbersome process associated with additional mechanical hardware. The HVR-M15U can switch between HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV recording and play back, providing full flexibility to record and play back either Standard or High Definition depending on production needs. Additionally, the HVR-M25U also has a down-conversion function from HD to SD and is switchable between 60 and 50 Hz (NTSC/PAL) to provide full flexibility depending on production needs. Compatible with mini-size DV cassettes, it is also compatible with standard-size cassettes that allow up to 276 minutes of HDV recording with compatible tapes. The HVR-M25U offers HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV SP recording and playback capability for easy migration from standard to high definition production, as well as playback of HDV 720p pre-recorded tapes (analog output only). Model DetailsIncorporating a compact and simple design, as well as a built-in 2.7' LCD display,the HVR-M25U is well suited for desktop applications. HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV SP Rcd/Play, play HDV720p and DV Image shown doesn't reflect the condition of the equipment and is for illustrative purpose only.

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