Sony HD Up-Converter Board for DSR1600/A & 1800A

An innovative solution for high-definition video conversion, the Sony DSBK1820 HD Up-Converter Board is specifically designed for the DSR-1800A and DSR-1600A DVCAM Master Series. This advanced piece of technology allows users of standard definition DV, DVCAM, and DVCPRO to seamlessly transition their standard definition material into the high-definition realm, without the need for significant additional investment.

This high-quality converter board effortlessly upgrades standard definition DV25 recordings, including mini DV, DVCAM, and DVCPRO, to either 1080i60/50 or 720p60 formats. When installed in the DSR-1800A, it enables a standard definition signal input via the SDI or analog interfaces to be output through the HD-SDI interface.

The Sony DSBK1820 HD Up-Converter Board is an essential addition for any post-production or broadcast facility equipped with a DSR-1800A or DSR-1600A, aiming to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving HD landscape.

With its easy up-conversion feature, you can simply pass your standard definition through the DSR-1800A equipped with the DSBK-1820 and take the HD-SDI feed out. The HD-SDI output allows you to send your 1080i/60 and 720p/60 footage over HD-SDI at 4:2:2, extending the shelf life of archive material shot in standard definition.

The Sony DSBK1820 HD Up-Converter Board also offers diverse picture modes, allowing you to squeeze, letterbox, or edge crop your footage in real time as it passes through the DSR-1800A equipped with this board. This sophisticated technology ensures optimal performance and compatibility, making it a professional choice for high-definition video conversion.