Tue, 20 June 2006  At NAB 2006, Sony hailed HDV as “the fastest-selling format launch in
Sony Professional history� and introduced two brand new HDV recording
decks to complement the recently released HVR-A1U compact camcorder,
and its larger HVR-Z1U cousin.
The HDV camcorders were a popular draw at the Sony exhibit area. So was the projected footage from a recent expedition up Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa that had been documented with the A1U. Key features of both HDV camcorders were highlighted on-site for WEVA NEWS MINUTE producers Sue Lawson and Bruce Himmelblau. Sony's new HVR-M25U and HVR-M15U decks both offer HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV SP recording and playback to ease the migration to high-definition. Both decks are compatible with MiniDV and standard-size cassettes that allow over four hours of HDV recording with compatible tapes. In addition, both decks have a down-conversion function from HD to SD and are switchable between 60 and 50 Hz (NTSC/PAL). Other shared features include the ability to copy external timecode through the "HDV/DV in TC" feature and a range of connectivity options, including the i.LINK (IEEE-1394) digital interface, component output, S-Video I/O, composite I/O, and analog audio I/O. The HVR-M25U (about $3,300 street price) adds a ClearPhoto LCD plus 2.7-inch 16:9 panel and an HDMI output for connections to consumer TV sets. The model's Edge Crop adjustment is designed to adjust edge crop areas manually while down-converting. The HVR-M15U (about $2,200 street price) is a compact unit that can be positioned either horizontally or vertically. Both HDV models are scheduled for shipping this month. Go hands-on with many of the exciting new products displayed during NAB at the WEVA 16th Annual Wedding & Event Video Expo Trade Show in August at exotic Mandalay Bay. Join WEVA now to access valuable WEVA membership benefits that can help you succeed in your business, including job opportunities through the new "StreamLocal" program. Comments[0] |
Tue, 6 June 2006  The compact BravoII and BravoPro CD/DVD solutions from Primera
Technology are designed to burn and print discs quickly and easily.
Both units were on display at NAB 2006 and captured in operation for
this WEVA NEWS MINUTE by Bruce Himmelblau and Sue Lawson.The “big brother� to the Bravo II Disc Publisher, BravoPro (at right) automatically burns and prints up to 120 discs per hour. The unit features direct-to-disc printing with a high, 4800 dpi print resolution. Software for both PC and Mac burning and printing is included. BravoPro is designed for unattended, hands-free burning and direct-to-disc printing. Simply specify the files you wish to duplicate, add a print file if desired, select a quantity and click on the “Go!� button. BravoPro requires no assembly; when it’s out of the box, it’s ready to go. The Bravo II is an advanced "all-in-one" disc publishing system that burns and prints up to eight, 2-hour DVDs in an hour. It combines fast, automated robotic CD/DVD duplication along with full-color, 4800 dpi direct-to-disc printing - all in one compact, desktop unit. Bravo II is ideal for producing either one at a time, unique discs or jobs of up to 50 discs at a time. Models include both Windows-based PC and Mac duplication software. For CD-Rs, the Bravo II CD Publisher has a high-speed 52x CD-R recorder. Full 700MB discs are produced in less than three minutes each. Bravo II produces not only standard 120mm discs, but also several of the popular business card shaped and mini CD/DVD formats. An optional media adapter kit is required. If you only need to print, the Bravo II AutoPrinter produces full-color CDs and DVDs in jobs of up to 50 discs at a time. It automatically feeds discs into and out of the printer and is an ideal companion to the tower-style duplicator videographers may already own. For more information visit Primera Technology. Go hands-on with many of the cool new products displayed during NAB at the WEVA 16th Annual Wedding & Event Video Expo 2006 August 21-24, 2006 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Join WEVA now to access valuable WEVA membership benefits that can help you succeed in your business, including job opportunities through the new "StreamLocal" program. # # # WEVA NEWS MINUTE videos and WEVA On-The-Air podcasts are an exclusive service of the Wedding & Event Videographers Association International (WEVA). WEVA International is the world's largest trade association for professional wedding & event videographers, and our industry's leading provider of education that's on the cutting-edge. WEVA is dedicated to advancing the professional interests of videographers worldwide through continuing education, technical support, group benefits, advocacy committees, and professional development training. Comments[0] |
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