Sony Betacam SX DNW-A65 User manual

NTSC
Digital Video Cassette Player
DNW-A65
TM

Main Features
High Quality Digital Video and Audio Playback
The DNW-A65 delivers exceptional video quality of the
Betacam SX format, recording 8-bit, 4:2:2 component
digital signals using MPEG2 4:2:2Profile@Main Level
compression technology. The system also includes four
16-bit, uncompressed audio channels.
Long Playback Time
The DNW-A65 provides long playback time up to 194
minutes on a single L-cassette and 62 minutes on a single
S-cassette.
Betacam/Betacam SP Playback Capability
As with many of the Betacam SX products, the
DNW-A65 has the capability to playback analog Betacam
and Betacam SP recordings on oxide or metal particle
tape. This allows continued use of existing Betacam SP
camcorders news acquisition and easy integration of the
analog Betacam and Betacam SP tapes that many
broadcasting stations already own. Playback of AFM
(Audio FM) is also available. Moreover, the DNW-A65 is
capable of analog DT playback from -1 to +3 speed.
The Digital Video Cassette Player - DNW-A65
In 1996, Sony developed the Betacam SX™ system as the next generation digital video
format, ideally suited for electronic news gathering. Adopting MPEG2 4:2:2Profile@Main
Level compression technology, Betacam SX equipment delivers exceptional video quality at
very low data rates. Taking advantage of inherent opportunities provided by digital
technologies, the Betacam SX products are designed to streamline news operations with
equipment such as nonlinear editing systems and Hybrid Recorders. Sony also realizes the
necessity to support and upgrade more conventional linear operations of news gathering
and production, and includes more traditional products in the SX family. The DNW-A65
Digital Video Cassette Player includes a wide range of features, including DMC (Dynamic
Motion Control), Freeze function, 525/625 operation, variable playback, Good Shot Mark
support, and optional SDTI (Serial Data Transport Interface) output. It is ideally suited to
enhance and migrate to digital current analog linear
operations. The DNW-A65 can be installed in
the Flexicart™ or Library Management
System™ (LMS) multicassette systems.
The Betacam SP™ materials used by
many broadcasters can be played back
on the DNW-A65; analog Betacam™
playback features include Dynamic
Tracking™ playback, NTSC/PAL viewing
capability and 4-channel audio playback.
Note: SDTI is defined as SMPTE 305M.
Betacam SP Tape Betacam Tape
Betacam SX Tape
DNW-A65

Main Features
Variable Speed Control
The range of the Variable Speed Control using
Betacam SX recordings is from -1 to +2 times with
noiseless image and digital jog sound.
Freeze Function
The DNW-A65 is equipped with digital memory that
enables an operator to freeze any picture and view it in a
solid, stable, still format.
Playable in the Flexicart and LMS Systems
The DNW-A65 can be used as a player
in the Flexicart or LMS systems, giving
these multicassette systems the
advantage of long playing times and
lower maintenance costs associated with
the Betacam SX format.
525/60 or 625/50 Versatility
The DNW-A65 can easily be switched from 525/60 to
625/50 modes. In addition, analog Betacam and Betacam
SP monitoring is available for both 525/60 and 625/50
mode. This enables the DNW-A65 to work in international
environments.
Versatile Interfaces
The DNW-A65 is equipped with analog composite and
component video out, component SDI out and 4
channels of analog audio out, AES/EBU out, and 2 audio
monitor outputs as standard. In addition, RS-422A control,
RS232C control, Parallel 50-pin remote control interface,
video processor control interface (Parallel
15-pin), and Time Code Out are also included. SDTI (SX)
Out is optional interface. SDTI (SX) output enables to
transfer the material to an A/V Server at a
maximum of 2 times normal speed and will apeed up the
editing time.
Good Shot Mark
One of the most useful features of the Betacam SX series
is the Good Shot Mark system, providing a method for
qualitative decisions made in the camcorder to be utilized
DNW-A65 Front Panel
LMS
FLEXICART

during the editing process. The DNW-A65 can scan the
tapes at high speed and automatically detect shot
marks recorded on the tape. After scanning for
marks, a list of all the marks is displayed on the monitor,
allowing easy cueing to any mark. In addition, the
DNW-A65 has two additional types marks, the Record
Start Mark and the Virtual Shot Marks. A record start
mark is inserted at the beginning of every recording.
A Virtual Shot Mark is inserted in the list by the operator
to mark scenes for easy cueing at a later time. These
features can dramatically speed up the edit search
process.
DMC (Dynamic Motion Control)
Equipped with the Dynamic Motion Control functions,
the DNW-A65 provides slow-motion playback from the
control panel or from external controllers such as the
BVE series editors or DTR-3000 slow motion controller.
Flexible Usage of the Control Panel
The remote control panel of the DNW-A65 can be
extended. Since the DNW-A65 is equipped with a
remote panel connector on the rear panel, it can be
controlled from two control panels, adding greater
operational flexibility.
DNW-A65 Rear Panel
DNW-A65 Front Sub-panel
BKNW-119 with BKNW-121

System Configuration
88:88:88:88
Betacam SP
Digital BETACAMTM
Betacam SX
BVE/PVE series
DVS/DFS series
: Video Signal
: Control
DNW-A65
DNW-A65
Flexicart
LMS
DNW-A65 in Flexicart and LMSLinear A/B roll system
950~1700MHz
70/140MHz
DSM-T1 DSM-R1
HPA
UC LNB
DNW-A65 DNW-A100
Digital Satellite Link System
Video Processor Controller
BVR-50 Dynamic Motion Controller DTR-3000
Digital Satellite Modulator/Demodulator
DSM-T1/R1 SDTI Multiplexer/Demultiplexer DSM-M1/D1 Control Panel BKNW-119
SDTI (SX) Output Board BKNW-118
Maintenance Manual (Part-2)
Control Panel Case
BKNW-121 Control Panel Extension Kit BKNW-122 Rack Mount Kit RMM-111 Betacam SX Video Cassette
BCT-12SX/22SX/32SX/60SX/62SXA
(Small)
BCT-64SXL/94SXL/124SXL/184SXL/194SXLA
(Large)
DSM-M1DSM-T1
Optional Accessories
Cleaning Cassette
BCT-D12CL
Cleaning Cassette
BCT-5CLN

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Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
All non-metric weights and measures are approximate.
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Specifications
543.5 (21 1/2)
524 (20 3/4)
218 (8 5/8)
237 (9 3/8)
427 (16 7/8)
Unit: mm (inch)
DNW-A65
General Power requirements AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 190 W (195 VA) / AC 240 V
Operating temperature +5°C to +40°C (+41°F to +104°F)
Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Humidity 25% to 80% (relative humidity)
Mass 28 kg (61 lb 11oz)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 427x237x524 mm (16 7/8 x 9 3/8 x 20 3/4 inches)
Tape speed Betacam SX 59.515 mm/s (525 mode), 59.575 mm/s (625 mode),
Betacam/Betacam SP 118.6 mm/s
Digital playback time Max. 194 min with BCT-194SXLA cassette
Fast forward/rewind time Approx. 3 min with BCT-194SXLA cassette
Search speed range ±50 times normal playback speed (Betacam SX)
±35 times normal playback speed (Betacam/Betacam SP)
Servo lock time 0.5 s or less (from standby on)
Load/unload time 6 s or less
Outputs signal Analog composite output BNC (x3, including one character out), 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω, sync negative
Analog component output BNC (x3, for 1 set, Y/R-Y/B-Y),Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω, sync negative,
R-Y/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75Ω
SDI output BNC (x3, including one character out), SMPTE 259M, (ITU.R.BT.656-3), 270 Mbit/s
SDTI SX output (option) BNC (x2), Maximum x2 speed, SMPTE 305M
Analog audio output (CH 1, 2, 3, 4) XLR (x4)
Digital audio output (CH 1/2, 3/4) BNC (x2), AES/EBU
Remote control Remote D-sub 9-pin (x2), Sony 9-pin remote interface
RS-232C D-sub 9-pin (x1), RS-232C interface
Processor Control D-sub 15-pin (x1)
Connector for Control Panel Mini D-sub 29-pin (x1)
Parallel Remote 50-pin x1
Time code output XLR (x1)
Monitor output L/R XLR (x2)
Processor adjustment range Video level ±3 dB/ -∞to 3 dB selectable
Chroma level ±3 dB/ -∞to 3 dB selectable
Set up/Black level ±30 IRE/±210 mV
Chroma phase/hue ±30°
System sync phase ±15 µs
System SC phase ±200 ns
Y/C delay ±100 ns (Betacam/Betacam SP playback only)
Digital video performance Sampling frequency Y: 13.5 MHz R-Y/B-Y: 6.75 MHz
Quantization 8 bits/sample
Error correction Reed-Solomon code
Digital audio performance Sampling frequency 48 kHz (synchronized with video)
Quantization 16 bits/sample
Frequency response (0 dB at 1 kHz) 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5 dB/-1.0 dB
Dynamic range (at 1 kHz, emphasis ON) More than 90 dB
Distortion (at 1 kHz, emphasis ON, reference level) Less than 0.05%
Cross talk (at 1 kHz, between any two channels) Less than -80 dB
Wow & flutter Below measurable level
Head room 20 dB (18 dB selectable)
Emphasis (ON/OFF selectable in REC mode) T1=50 µs, T2=15 µs
Supplied accessories Remote Cable (RCC-5G) x1
PSW 4x16 Rack Mount Screw x4
Operation manual x1
Maintenance manual (part1) x1
Dimensions