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2x BNC (including loop through), HD/SD
SD black burst/composite sync (0.286 Vp-p/75 Ohms/negative), HD/SD
1x BNC, HD/SD selectable
(HD/SD switchable)
SMPTE 292M (with embedded audio), HD
SMPTE 259M (with embedded audio), HD
2x XLR 3-pin (female) (channel selectable)
+4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable)
10 kOhms, balanced
4x BNC - 8 channels total (2 ch each) AES-3id-2001
1x BNC, SMPTE time code, 0.5 to 18 Vp-p/3.3 kOhms/unbalanced
1x BNC
1.0 Vp-p/75 Ohms/negative, SMPTE 170M ,character On/Off
2x BNC, HD
1: SMPTE 292M (with embedded audio), HD
2: SMPTE 292M (with embedded audio), character On/Off, HD
1: SMPTE 259M (with embedded audio), SD
2: SMPTE 259M (with embedded audio), character On/Off, SD
1x HD15 (VGA) - for front LCD panel output
1x Type A 19-pin, output
2x XLR 3-pin (male) (channel selectable)
+4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable), 600 Ohms, Lo-Z, balanced
2x XLR 3-pin (male), +4 dBu, 600Ohms, Lo-Z, balanced
4x BNC - 8 channels total (2 ch each) AES-3id-2001
1x JM-60 Stereo phone jack
-13 dBu, 8 Ohms, unbalanced
1x BNC , SMPTE time code, 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ohms/unbalanced
1x D-sub 9-pin (female), EIA RS-423
1x RJ-45
1000Base-T: IEEE802.3ab
100Base-TX: IEEE802.3u
10Base-T: IEEE802.3
2x D-sub 9-pin (female), RS-422A
1x D-sub 9-pin (female), RS-422A
2x USB
100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Y: 74.25 MHz, R-Y/B-Y: 37.125 MHz
8 bits/sample
Reed Solomon Code
Infinity to +3 dB
Infinity to +3 dB
+/-30 IRE / +/-210 mV
+/-30 deg.
+/- 15 mus
0 to 400 ns
48 kHz
24 bits
20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5/-1.0 dB (0 dB at 1 kHz)
More than 90 dB
Less than 0.05% (at 1kHz)
20/18/16/12 dB (selectable)
MPEG HD422 (CBR: 50 Mb/s)
MPEG HD:
MPEG IMX (CBR, 50/40/30 Mb/s)
DVCAM (CBR, 25 Mb/s)
35 Mb/s, 4-ch audio: More than 145 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 65 min. (PFD23A)
35 Mb/s, 2-ch audio (playback only): More than 150 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 68 min. (PFD23A)
25 Mb/s, 4-ch audio: Approx. 190 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 85 min. (PFD23A)
25 Mb/s, 2-ch audio (playback only): Approx. 200 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 90 min. (PFD23A)
18 Mb/s, 4-ch audio (playback only): More than 248 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 112 min. (PFD23A)
18 Mb/s, 2-ch audio (playback only): More than 265 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 122 min. (PFD23A)
-20 to +20 times normal speed:
-2 to +2 times normal speed
-1 to +1 times normal speed
-35 to +35 times normal speed
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
210 W
5 to 40 deg. C (41 to 104 deg. F)
-20 to 60 deg. C (-4 to 140 deg. F)
20 to 90% (relative humidity)
424 x 132 x 460mm (16.69 x 5.20 x 18.11") (Excluding Protrusions)
16kg (35.27 lbs)
Be at the forefront of professional video production with the XDS-PD2000/A6 Professional Media Station, a high-quality, durable, and advanced piece of equipment designed for the film and television industry. This innovative media station is equipped with 2x SxS memory slots, supporting all SxS card types, Memory Stick, and SDHC cards using MEAD adapters.
The XDS-PD2000/A6 is a powerhouse of storage, boasting a 512GB internal SSD, which enables approximately 16 hours of continuous HD422 recording at 50 Mbps. This feature, coupled with a Gigabit Ethernet port, allows multiple users simultaneous access to AV content, enhancing your team's productivity and efficiency.
This media station is a key component in an XDCAM workflow, offering hybrid operation with interfaces for both Professional Disc media and SxS memory cards. It enhances multitasking capabilities, networking, and IT operations, making file-based operation more convenient and efficient.
The XDS-PD2000/A6's internal fourth-generation (4G) Professional Disc drive allows for partial or full content transfer from the drive to the internal SSD. This feature also enables partial copying of content from the internal SSD to the Professional Disc, providing flexibility in managing your footage.
This media station supports all XDCAM and XDCAM EX file formats, codecs, and metadata, offering complete format transparency. It also supports industry-standard VDCP, FTP, and CIFS protocols, making it a versatile addition to your professional video production toolkit.
The XDS-PD2000/A6 supports the new high-speed DCHS optical drive, handling Dual Layer, Single Layer, and Quad Layer discs, as well as SxS Pro and SxS-1 memory cards. The 4G drive and Quad Layer discs offer larger storage volumes and higher access speeds, making it ideal for archiving large quantities of content.
The internal 512GB SSD can multitask, increasing interoperability and overall efficiency when working with network production systems. The layout of controls on the XDS deck follows industry-standard conventions, making it easy to use, configure, and integrate into your workflow.
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The XDS-PD2000/A6 supports SD and HD as standard, with up-conversion record and up/down/cross-conversion playback. This professional media station is a testament to advanced technology and innovative design, making it an essential tool for any professional video production setup.
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