Fostex Official Manual for PD6: Your Guide to Professional DVD Recording

PROFESSIONALMain Features

■ BWF or SDII™ audio file formats in 16-bit or 24-bit resolution (on the same disc)

■ Fostex Verify/Write feature constantly examines data being recorded to DVD-RAM (not 96kHz/4tr or 192kHz/2tr)

■ UDF (Universal Disc Format) on DVD-RAM allows discs to be mounted & read instantly on both PC and Mac platforms

■ Mono, stereo or 4-track recording modes. Full on-board copy, paste, insert, cut and erase features with high precision scrubbing

■ Full timecode facilities

■ Avid™ compatibility. BWF files recorded on the

DV40 can be imported directly into Avid Film Composer (depending on software version) along with information about Scene, Take, Reel Number, Event, etc. being transported and read from the files Metadata. The Metadata area is user-editable for future expansion

■ Circle Take to mark files/takes for easy identification leading to quick imports and EDL references

■ Up to 100 cue points per file/take

■ Alpha numeric keypad for quick file/take & track naming, EDL manipulation, location, etc.

■ Large high-resolution (200 pulses per rotate) jog/shuttle dial and clever digital tracking technology result in super-accurate audio scrubbing

■ EDL management built-in to create & edit multiple ALE (Avid™ Log Exchange) compatible edit decision lists per DVD-RAM.

■ Large multi-function fluorescent display, oversized illuminated transport keys

■ Future software developments and updates implemented via CD or DVD and built-in Ethernet via PC available for download from the dedicated web site: www.fostexdvd.net

■ Excellent compatibility - can read other manufacturers DVD-RAM discs containing FAT16 formatted BWF files

DV40

DVD Master Recorder

Working hand-in-hand with post production facilities, sound mixers, radio stations and ADR suites, Fostex’s continual development of the DV40 mastering machine means that it‘s ready to handle every application and exception in today’s, and tomorrow’s, constantly changing and challenging audio environments.

Able to record four simultaneous non-destructive audio tracks to DVD-RAM at up to 24 bit / 192kHz resolution and with its elegant timecode implementation, the DV40 has quickly become the machine of choice for many film and tv productions in the US, Europe and beyond helping to streamline the production process and hence reduce costs.

Post production houses too have warmed to the DV40. The handy Universal Disc Format (UDF), which allows DV40 media to be mounted and read by Macintosh and PC workstations, easy media network integration and ultra-fast, rock solid synchronisation, is revolutionising many productions from LA to London.

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■ External Word & Video sync inputs and Word Output plus parallel remote connector

■ Dedicated ADR (Automatic Dialogue Replacement) software features built-in

■ Comprehensive I/O including 24 bit/192kHz on balanced XLR and 1/4" phone jacks; AES/EBU digital

■ 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet networking for easy integration into production networks

■ DAT ‘cloning’. Monitors timecode input during recording of DAT to DVD-RAM and creates a new file automatically whenever timecode goes ‘discontinuous’

■ 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.

■Optional Model 5050 With the new optional Model 5050 card fitted, the DV40 can read the 6 track files created by the PD-6 simply by removing the 8cm DVD-RAM from its case and placing it in the DV40's tray.

In addition, analog outputs 5 & 6 are provided on balanced XLR connectors as well as AES/EBU on XLR. A software update provided with Model 5050 allows the meters to be switched between all six channels.

Of course what really sets the DV40 apart is its elegant handling of timecode as it addresses the challenges presented by today’s ‘random access’ requirements: able to synchronise with both external word and video signals, the built-in timecode generator is fully featured and even includes the new 23.976 frame HD camera mode.

Continuous development has seen the recent introduction of the Model 5050 card which allows the DV40 to read the 6 track files created by the PD-6, new enhanced ‘take’ (file) naming complying with US and European clapper board standards and EDL management tools allowing ALE (Avid Log Exchange) compatibility.

The perfect production partner to a PD-6 or the ultimate timecode master recorder. The DV40 is all this. And more.