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Overview
Overview
The HVBK-1520 HD Format Converter Board is an optional board for
installation in the Sony HVR-1500/1500A Digital HD Videocassette
Recorder.
Installing this board extends the HD-SDI output functions of the HVR-
1500/1500A in the following way.
• SD and HD signals are output simultaneously, but the converted HD-
SDI output is delayed one frame with respect to SD output.
• To install this board may require a firmware upgrade to the HVR-
1500/1500A.
For details on the installation of this board and the HVR-1500/1500A firmware
upgrade, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony sales representative.
Up-conversion function
• An SD video signal from HVR-1500/1500A playback is up-
converted to an HD video signal, and supplied HD-SDI
1)
outputs.
The HD-SDI output signals have embedded audio (four channels)
and timecode synchronized to the up-converted video signals.
• An HVR-1500/1500A SD input signal can be up-converted and
output as an HD-SDI signal.
1) SMPTE 292M compliant
Cross-conversion function
For up-conversion or playback of an HDV recorded tape, you can
convert the HD-SDI output signal format to 1080i or 720p.
Notes
Note
Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY
WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR
REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT
OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT,
EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER
EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER
REASON WHATSOEVER.
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