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BWF recording file format (interleave 1 file
mode) in either 2, 4, 5 & 6 track modes along
with simultaneous two file recording modes of
1+5 and 2+4 tracks for guide track audio
Fostex Verify/Write feature constantly
examines data being recorded to DVD-RAM
UDF (Universal Disc Format) on DVD-RAM
allows discs to be mounted & read instantly on
both PC and Mac platforms
On-board timecode generator with +/-1ppm
accuracy and built-in backup offers all frame
rates including 23.976 and 29.97+ drop and
pull-up/down. Generator can be 24H, Rec Run,
Free Run or external complete with jam, while
output can be repro or generator derived
Avid™ compatibility. BWF files recorded on the
PD-6 can be imported directly into Avid Film
Composer
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along with information about
Scene, Take, Reel Number, Event, etc. being
transported and read from the file’s Metadata.
The Metadata area is user-editable for future
expansion
Circle Take with dedicated key, to mark
files/takes for easy identification leading to
quick imports referenced in the EDL
Up to 100 cue points per file/take
Alpha numeric keypad for quick file/take &
track naming, EDL manipulation, location, etc.
Option of SDII™ and AIFF file recording modes
are planned via software update
EDL management built-in to create & edit
multiple ALE (Avid™ Log Exchange)
compatible edit decision lists per DVD-RAM.
IEEE1394 (FireWire) interface for fast mirror
and restore. When interfaced to a PC, PD-6
DVD-RAM discs can be mounted on desktop
USB port for keyboard connection (utilise
keyboard shortcuts, easy data entry etc.)
Pre Record enables PD-6 to constantly buffer
up to 10 secs of audio (no more missed takes)
128 x 64 highly visable, low power
consumption back-lit dot matrix display offers
various modes including alternative level
meter resolution indication modes
Auxiliary bus input/output provides for remote
camera working and monitoring (e.g. HD cam)
with switchable output between +4dBu, -10dBu
and -60dBu to cater for most camera
manufacturers requirements. Provided on
industry standard 10-pin Hirose connector
Two auxiliary 12volt outputs on industry
standard Hirose 4-pin connectors provide
power for radio mic receivers, etc. to allow for
truly self-contained operation on location
Future software developments and updates via
DVD-RAM cartridge and downloadable via PC
from the dedicated web site: www.fostexdvd.net
Flexible monitoring through headphones
and/or built in speaker & amplifier. All track
combinations can be monitored post-disc
either individually, in summed mono or stereo
modes. MS monitoring as standard. Aux return
and stereo bus live monitoring is provided plus
individual channel PFL. All accessed through
just two rotary and one toggle switch
Slate microphone and tone generator on-board
Digital I/O software selectable between
AES/EBU or S/PDif with auto and manual input
sensing switchable in pairs: 1+2, 3+4 and 5+6
NP-1 type battery provides an estimated 2
hours of operation
External Word & Video sync inputs (auto
selection) and Word Output plus parallel
remote connector
Optional AATON connector complies with ASCII
& LTC I/O specifications for external loggers,
timecode synchronisers, etc.
Automated file/take naming routine speeds
set-up time between takes complying to US
and Euro standards. Individual track naming
rolls through to next file/take until changed by
user, if required
Comprehensive software selectable UBIT
output format combinations including Scene,
Take, Event no., etc.
Proprietory expansion connector to allow PD-6
to dock with planned Fostex rack-mounting
full-size DVD-RAM & power supply unit for
extended recording time on location

Main Features

When Fostex embarked on the process to design a successor to the industry standard PD-2
and PD-4 portable timecode DAT machines, we knew we had set ourselves no easy task.
Having invented both timecode and portable timecode DAT, Fostex location recorders had
become, and still are, the most widely used and respected DAT machines for film &
television sound production around the world, helping their users earn respect, gain work
and to win many coveted international awards.
That’s why we knew it was important to follow the design and philosophy processes that
had made our previous machines the first choice of sound mixing professionals. Namely, to
prove the technology in a stationary, stand-alone format and obtain comprehensive & wide-
ranging user-feedback prior to taking it out into the field.
Every aspect was looked at and offered up for evaluation; the recording media, the
functionality of the mixer, the interfacing connections, the timecode implementation and, of
course, the user interface.
The result of this process in which some of the
world’s top sound mixers took part, is the new
Fostex PD-6 Portable Location Recorder, a
recorder which offers spectacular 24-bit / 96kHz
audio quality and six independent audio tracks.
A recorder offering timecode-locked DVD-RAM
recording to an easy to use 8cm removable media
which answers all the new challenges for location
recording today.
And a recorder featuring a full-function, feature-
rich 6-channel mixer, ‘easy access’ monitoring
and all the connectivity one would expect, and
need, from a thoroughly professional unit.
The new PD-6 Portable Location Recorder. Nothing
in the field comes close.

DVD Location Recorder

PD-6
6 channel mixer 10 sec (256MB) prslate microphone