Sony XDS1000 User manual

XDCAM® Professional Media Station
XDS-PD2000
XDS-PD1000
XDS-1000

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Introducing the XDCAM Professional Media Station for a Unique
Hybrid Workflow and Wide Range of Multi-tasking Operations.
Since introducing XDCAM® Professional Disc™ products in 2003, Sony has been supporting
smooth migration from tape to tapeless with user-friendly file-based operations. To
accelerate operational efficiency, Sony introduced the revolutionary XDCAM EX™
camcorder with SxS® memory cards in 2007. Like the XDCAM Professional Disc products, this
new camcorder series adopted MPEG2 Long GOP compression technology.
Now, to meet a broad variety of customer application needs, Sony has established a
unique hybrid workflow featuring both of these media formats - Professional Disc and SxS
card - that share the same compression technology. Sony proudly introduces a powerful
new XDCAM family member, the XDCAM Professional Media Station (XDCAM Station)
providing a “bridge solution” between Professional Disc media and SxS cards, and featuring
large-capacity internal storage (HDD or SSD).
By supporting this range of recording media, the XDCAM Station realizes a flexible hybrid
workflow and enables high-performance multi-tasking operations. It has the characteristics
both of a utility deck, with VTR-like user-interface, and of a high-performance server system
in one single unit.
Product Lineup
XDS-PD2000*
- Internal Storage : SSD (0.5 TB)
- Hybrid Operation of Disc and Memory
- NLE Direct Access and Multi-tasking
- Top-end Model with Higher Performance
XDS-PD1000*
- Internal Storage : HDD (1 TB)
- Hybrid Operation of Disc and Memory
- Long Duration Recording on Internal HDD
- Cost-effective Multi-Media Model
XDS-1000
- Internal Storage : HDD (1 TB)
- Long Duration Recording on Internal HDD
- High-speed Back-up Copy from Memory
- Memory Camcorder Companion
Internal
Storage
Internal
Storage
Internal
Storage
SSD
HDD
HDD
High Picture Quality
MPEG2 Long, HD422 50Mbps
1920x1080, 1280x720 Full HD
Hybrid Media Workflow
Professional Disc, SxS Memory
Card, Internal Storage
IT Friendly
High Performance Network,
Open Standard Protocol
Server Operation
Multi-Task, Multi-Access,
Chase Play, Stream Chase
*Expected availability mid-2011.

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Multi-media In one Unit
The XDCAM® Professional Media™ Station supports three
types of media-storage, Professional Disc™ media, SxS®
card, and internal storage with HDD or SSD (solid-state
device).
Support for Quad-layer Disc (128 GB, Write-once)
The XDS-PD1000 and XDS-PD2000 adopt a new
generation of Professional Disc drive, called the “Dual
Channel Head System”. This new drive provides high-
speed read-out and quad layer disc (128 GB) support.
Single-layer (23 GB) and dual-layer (50 GB) discs also
supported. The 128 GB Professional Disc media has a
recording duration of 4 hours with 50Mbps files. This
write-once disc prevents precious content from being
altered and is suitable for deep archiving.
Recording Format
The internal storage supports the MXF format and MPEG2
Long GOP compression, the same as XDCAM Professional
Discs. HD422 50 Mbps recording provides 1920 x1080 and
1280 x720 resolution, and uncompressed 8-channel 24-bit
/48kHz linear PCM audio. MPEG HD420 35 Mbps, MPEG
IMX™ 50 Mbps and DVCAM 25 Mbps are also supported.
* For details of recording and playback formats, please refer to the
specification table on the last page.
Choice of Internal Storage with HDD and SSD
The XDS-1000 and XDS-PD1000 have Internal HDD (1 TB)
which allows recording line feed signal for approx. 30
hours with 50 Mbps clips. This is very useful for camera ISO
recording at outside events and inside studios.
The XDS-PD2000 is equipped with SSD (0.5 TB) and can
record approx. 16 hours with 50 Mbps clips. The SSD
delivers much higher performance for multi-tasking and
multi-access operations.
MAIN FEATURES
RECORDING MEDIA AND FORMAT
• XDCAM® Format, MPEG2 Long GOP
• SD/HD Recording (HD422, HD420, MPEG IMX™, DVCAM™)
• Multi-media (Disc/Memory/Internal Storage)
• High-speed Inter-media Copy
• Long Duration Recording of Line Feed
• Variety of Multi-tasking Operations
• NLE Direct Access Via Gigabit Ethernet (CIFS)
• Multiple Stream Access for NLE and Server
• Stream Chase Edit and File Transfer
• Open-standard Network Protocol Support
• High Reliability and Robustness
• VTR-like User-friendly Interface
• HD-SDI In/Out (1-in/1-out), DVB-ASI IN/OUT (Option)
Professional Disc
Media
PFD-128QLW
Quad Layer 128 GB Write-once Disc
Dual Channel Head System
(DCHS)
Internal Storage
(HDD or SSD)
SxS
Memory Card
XDS-PD2000

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High-speed Back-up Copy
Any content fully stored on Professional Disc™ or SxS® card
can be copied to internal storage very rapidly (called
“Inter-media Copy”). The transfer speed is approximately
10 times faster than real time for SxS card, 5 times faster
for disc. MP4 files on SxS card are converted to MXF when
copied to internal storage. After copying, the media can
be reused in the camcorders.
Open-standard, VDCP, FTP, CIFS, and GPIO
Many open-standard protocols are supported. VDCP is for
automation control, switchers and replay controllers. FTP
and CIFS are network protocols: FTP is for file transfer, and
CIFS for direct access from NLEs. And the XDCAM® Station
can be controlled remotely through Ethernet, using the
XDCAM® Browser. “REC” “PLAY” and “STOP” can be
performed via the network. The remote control using API
and WebService (SOAP) via ethernet are supported. In
addition, the conventional Sony 9pin VTR protocol and
GPIO are available.
High-quality Slow-motion and Highlight Replay
By connecting to a slow-motion and replay controller
through VDCP, the XDCAM Station can provide slow-
motion and highlight replay capabilities with a high
picture quality. Sony offers a simple and affordable
slow-motion solution.
Up/Down- and Cross-conversion
The XDCAM Station supports HD and SD as standard. And
a powerful up/down- and cross-conversion system
provides great operational flexibility.
Wide Range of Multi-tasking Operations
Utilizing the high-performance internal storage, it is
possible to access a newly created file while it is being
recorded. While the user is recording the line feed input
signal (HD-SDI/SD-SDI/DVB-ASI), the new clip can be
played back (called “Play while Recording”). Also while
recording, the file can be accessed from NLEs (called
“Edit while Recording”), or the file can be transferred to
other servers. While recording or playback clips on the
internal storage, the Inter media copy can be made at
the same time. The user can make a backup copy from
Professional Disc media or SxS card to internal storage
without affecting REC/PLAY operation.
Multiple Stream Access via GigE
Thanks to the high network connectivity and efficient
codec of MPEG2 Long GOP, multiple NLEs can have
concurrent access. The XDS-PD2000* (SSD model) supports
6 realtime streams access of 50 Mbps files, while
maintaining base-band recording and playback.
NLE Direct Access with Internal SSD
A non-linear editor can directly access internal SSD
storage content through the GigE network. This allows the
user to start editing immediately.
* The XDS-1000 and XDS-PD1000 (HDD models) also support direct
access, but throughput is limited by HDD bandwidth.
Stream Chase Edit and File transfer
NLEs can access newly recorded file as it is growing in
internal storage. Every time the user access the growing
file, they receive the most up-to-date scene. Also a
growing file can be transferred to other servers (called
“Stream Chase”), a feature which can drastically improve
operations with no waiting time.
HIGH PERFORMANCE AND VARIOUS FEATURES
Internal HDD or SSD
MXF/MP4
MXF
MXF
x3
x5 x10
Internal Storage
Network (LAN)
SDI SDI
Professional Disc SxS Memory Card
SD Recording*2
Up-conversion
Recording
Up-conversion
Output
Down-conversion
Output
Cross-conversion
Output
HD Recording
Input Output
Multi-format Converter
1080i
720P
SDSD
HD
SD
HD
1080i
720P
HD

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User-friendly Front Panel Control
The VTR-like front panel allows you to control the
Professional Disc™ drive, SxS® memory card slots and
internal storage, separately. A Jog/Shuttle dial makes for
a very smooth motion picture. In the event of network
trouble, users can play out a video program from the
Professional Disc media directly, via front panel operation
in Local mode.
RAID-4 Storage and Redundant Power
The XDS-1000 and XDS-PD1000 (HDD models) have the
RAID-4 system as standard. Even if one HDD fails,
operation continues without interruption. The XDS-PD2000
has built-in SSD, which provides excellent performance in
the event of shock and vibration. There is an optional
XDBK-102 RAID unit for the SSD. XDBK-101 is optional
redundant power supply unit for all models of XDCAM
Station.
Low Power, Silent Operation and Reliable
The XDCAM® Professional Media Station has a Sony-
dedicated hardware design and uses Linux® OS. The unit
offers low power consumption and silent operation, ideal
for office and control room environments. It also offers fast
start-up and safety shut-down times, and deliver far
higher performance and reliability than PC servers.
n Rear Panel (XDS-PD2000/PD1000/1000)
USER-FRIENDLY CONTROL AND HIGH RELIABILITY
• File Management and Thumbnail Browsing
• Inter-media Clip Copy (Drag & Drop)
• Remote Control Via Network (API)
ftp/CIFS
Internet
Drag & Drop
n XDCAM Browser

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APPLICATIONS
Application-1 : OB VAN (SNG)
The “Server” and “Back-up deck” are combined in one unit. Multi-media and multi-tasking capabilities create superb
efficiency in a small space. From acquisition to backup, and transmission to archive, there’s XDCAM® end-to-end file-
based workflow, along with the high reliability of Professional Disc™ media and Sony’s hardware.
< Workflow >
➊ Camera line feed (ISO) recording for about 30 hours of 50 Mbps clips on internal HDD. (*XDS-1000 & XDS-PD1000)
➋ Media backup copy from Professional Disc media or SxS® card to internal storage while recording line feed.
➌ A new clip in internal storage can be copied to a large capacity disc (128 GB) while recording the line feed.
➍ Check contents on the XDCAM® Browser or front panel; any clips can be played back while recording.
➎ DVB-ASI input/output (option) can transmit high-quality HD video with 4ch audio and metadata via Satellite.
• Multi-media in small space
• Long duration recording
• High-speed inter-media copy
• Backup to Professional Disc media
• Playback while recording
• Backup while recording
• High reliability
Application-2 : Studio Ingest and Editing/File Transfer
SSD internal storage offers higher level multi-access, multi-tasking performance, in conjunction with high-efficiency MPEG2
Long 50 Mbps compression files and GigE high-speed network capabilities. Gain immediate access to growing files; no
need to wait for the recording or ingest to end. The process is simple fast and comfortable.
< Workflow >
➊ Studio camera line feed (ISO) recording up to about 16 hours of 50 Mbps clips on internal SSD. (*XDS-PD2000)
➋ Media ingest (Professional Disc or SxS card) can be made while recording line feed.
➌ NLE direct access to the new clip (the growing file) in SSD while recording (Stream Chase Edit).
➍ The growing file can be transferred to other servers while recording the line feed (Stream Chase Transfer).
➎ The new clip can be played back for review or fed to a linear edit recorder while recording continues.
➏ The new clip in internal storage can be copied to a large capacity disc (128 GB) while recording the line feed.
* The performance of line feed recording and base-band playout are guaranteed, separate from file access and inter-media copy operations.
• Long duration recording
• Growing file transfer to server
• NLE direct access
• Playback while recording
• NLE access while recording
(Stream Chase Edit)
• High-speed inter-media copy
• Backup to Professional Disc media
• Easy operation from front panel
XDCAM Browser
OB-VAN Station
SDI
Re-use media
Backup to internal storage
Copy clip to
Professional Disc
media
On-Air
DVB-ASIDVB-ASI
Archive
➊
➋
➌
➍
➎
Ingest Controller
Remote control over IP
& Web Service API
Simultaneous Recording to
Internal Storage and
Professional Disc media
Line Feed
Non-Linear Editor Server
Linear Editing
SDI/DVB-ASI SDI
Acquisition
Materials
RS422
GbE ftp/CIFS
PDW-F1600
Archive
➊
➋
➌➍
➎
➏
Advantages
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Application-4 : Playout
The “Playout server” and “Emergency playout deck” are combined in one unit. The XDCAM Station has a variety of ingest
styles according to network, media and base-band (SDI). It also offers various playout control styles via VDCP and the
simple front panel. With easy and secure operation with Professional Disc and front-panel control, the XDCAM station can
be used as a very reliable backup system.
< Workflow >
➊ Program materials can be ingested to internal storage via base-band (SDI), media or network.
➋ Play out the clips via front panel control or a VDCP playout controller
➌ Last minute changes can be made to program clips by ingesting through Professional Disc media.
➍ In the event of network trouble, material can be played out from Professional Disc media directly via front panel
operation.
• Easy integration via VDCP
• Flexible ingest styles
• Reliable operation in an emergency
• Easy operation from front panel
• High reliability with a redundant
power supply and RAID-4 storage
Application-3 : Sports/Live Production
This provides an affordable slow-motion and highlight replay solution with high picture quality (XDCAM® HD422 50 Mbps).
Key functions include Playback while Recording, and Media Ingest and Media Backup while Recording. In short, this
solution is simple and flexible. All footage from camera ISO recording can be carried on Professional Disc™ media to the
production house or broadcast station - it’s that easy!
< Workflow >
➊ Studio camera line feed (ISO) recording for about 30 hours on internal HDD. (*XDS-1000 & XDS-PD1000)
➋ Media ingest while recording (eg. pre-game footage from SxS® cards and archive game footage from Professional
Disc media).
➌ 3rd party controller connected via VDCP can simply provide slow-motion and highlight replay.
➍ The new clip in internal storage can be copied to a large capacity disc (128 GB) while recording the line feed.
➎ Users can make direct access or ftp for NLE editing through GigE while recording and playback continue.
➏ Use the XDCAM Browser for file transfer, clip title and metadata entries, clip browsing, and remote control of the
XDCAM Station via GigE network.
• Affordable slow-motion solution
• Long duration recording
• Playback while recording
• NLE access while recording
(Stream Chase Edit)
• Backup to Professional Disc media
Archive
Material
Library
Material
Live (SDI)
3rd Party Slow/Replay Controller
Pre/Post-show
Editing (NLE)
XDCAM
Browser
SDI
Preliminary
Interview
RS422 (VDCP)
GbE
ftp/CIFS
Slow/Replay
Archive/Library
1
2
3
456
On-Air
NLE
SDI
Finished
Material
Finished
Material
RS422 (VDCP)
GbE
Emergency
Playout Materials
Playout Controller
Material Server
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Advantages
Advantages

SPECIFICATIONS
ACCESSORIES
PDBK-202
MPEG TS IN/OUT Board
(DVB-ASI In/Out)
XDBK-102
SSD Drive for RAID-4 System
(for XDS-PD2000)
XDBK-101
Redundant Power Supply
XDS-PD2000 XDS-PD1000 XDS-1000
General
Power requirements AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 210 W 190 W 170 W
Operating temperature +41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
Storage temperature -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Humidity 25% to 90% (relative humidity)
Weight 35 lb 9 oz (16 kg) 37 lb 8 oz (17 kg) 34 lb 2 oz (15.5 kg)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
(excluding protrusions)
16 3/4 x 5 1/4 x 18 1/8 inches (424 x 132 x 460 mm)
Recording/Playback format
(Video)
MPEG HD422 (CBR: 50 Mbps)
MPEG HD:
HQ mode (VBR, maximum bit rate: 35 Mbps),
SP mode* (CBR, 25 Mbps),
LP mode* (VBR, maximum bit rate: 18 Mbps),
MPEG IMX (CBR, 50/40*/30* Mbps)
DVCAM (CBR, 25 Mbps)
* Playback/Copy only
Recording/Playback format
(Audio)
MPEG HD422: 8 ch/24 bits/48 kHz
MPEG HD: 4 ch/16 bits/48 kHz
MPEG IMX: 4 ch/24 bits/48 kHz or 8 ch/16 bits/48 kHz
DVCAM: 4 ch/16 bits/48 kHz
Recording/Playback format
(Proxy Video)
MPEG-4
Recording/Playback format
(Proxy Audio)
A-law (8 ch/8 bits/8 kHz)
Recording/Playback time [Internal Storage]
MPEG HD422:
50Mbps: Approx. 16 hour
MPEG HD:
35 Mbps, 4-ch audio:
More than 24 hour
35 Mbps, 2-ch audio:
More than 25 hour *
25 Mbps, 4-ch audio:
Approx. 31 hour *
25 Mbps, 2-ch audio:
Approx. 33 hour *
18 Mbps, 4-ch audio:
More than 41 hour *
18 Mbps, 2-ch audio:
More than 44 hour *
MPEG IMX:
50 Mbps: Approx. 16 hour
40 Mbps: Approx. 20 hour *
30 Mbps: Approx. 25 hour *
DVCAM:
25 Mbps: Approx. 30 hour
* Playback/Copy only
[Internal Storage]
MPEG HD422:
50Mbps: Approx. 30 hour
MPEG HD:
35 Mbps, 4-ch audio: More than 48 hour
35 Mbps, 2-ch audio: More than 50 hour *
25 Mbps, 4-ch audio: Approx. 63 hour *
25 Mbps, 2-ch audio: Approx. 66 hour *
18 Mbps, 4-ch audio: More than 82 hour *
18 Mbps, 2-ch audio: More than 88 hour *
MPEG IMX:
50 Mbps: Approx. 33 hour
40 Mbps: Approx. 40 hour *
30 Mbps: Approx. 50 hour *
DVCAM:
25 Mbps: Approx. 61 hour
* Playback/Copy only
Search speed range
(Shuttle mode)
-20 times to +20 times normal speed
Search speed range
(Variable mode)
-2 times to +2 times normal speed
Search speed range
(Jog mode)
-1 time to +1 time normal speed
Search speed range
(F.Fwd/Rev)
-35/+35 times normal speed
Internal Storage
Storage Type SSD, SATA, 256GB HDD, SATA, 500GB
Number of Drive Unit 2 (max 3) 3
Total Capacity (Data Area) 512GB 1TB
Raid Raid-4 (Option) Raid-4
XDS-PD2000 XDS-PD1000 XDS-1000
Inputs/Outputs
Reference input BNC (x2) (including loop-through), HD Tri-level sync (0.6 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative)
or SD blackburst/composite sync (0.286 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative)
HD/SD-SDI input BNC (x1) (HD/SD/DVB-ASI (option) switchable)
HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio)
SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio)
Analog audio input XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), +4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable), 10 kΩ, balanced
Digital audio input (AES/EBU) BNC (x4), 8 ch (2 ch each, 1/2 ch, 3/4 ch, 5/6 ch and 7/8 ch), AES-3id-2001
Time code input BNC (x1), SMPTE time code, 0.5 Vp-p to 18 Vp-p/10 kΩ/unbalanced
System time code input BNC (x1), SMPTE time code, 0.5 Vp-p to 18 Vp-p/10 kΩ/unbalanced
HD-SDI output BNC (x2),
1: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio)
2: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio), character On/Off
SD-SDI output BNC (x2),
1: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio)
2: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio), character On/Off
Analog composite output BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative, SMPTE 170M
HD-SDI monitor output BNC (x1), SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio), character On/Off
SD-SDI monitor output BNC (x1), SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio), character On/Off
DVB-ASI output BNC (x1)
Analog composite monitor output BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative, SMPTE 170M, character On/Off
HDMI monitor output Type A 19-pin (x1)
Monitor DE-15 (x1), (VGA)
Analog audio output XLR-type 3-pin (male) (x2) (channel selectable), +4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable), 600 Ω, Lo-z,
balanced
Analog audio monitor XLR-type 3-pin (male) (x2), +4 dBu, 600 Ω, Lo-Z, balanced
Digital audio output
(AES/EBU) BNC (x4), 8 ch (2 ch each, 1/2 ch, 3/4 ch, 5/6 ch and 7/8 ch), AES-3id-1995
Headphone output JM-60 Stereo phone jack (x1), -∞ ~ -13 dBu, 8 Ω, unbalanced
Time code output BNC (x1), SMPTE time code, 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/unbalanced
Video control D-sub 9-pin (female) (x1), EIA RS-423
Ethernet RJ-45 (x1), 1000BASE-T: IEEE802.3ab, 100BASE-TX: IEEE802.3u, 10BASE-T: IEEE802.3
USB Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) (Front x1, Rear x4)
Remote (9P) input D-sub 9-pin (female) (x2), RS-422A
GPIO D-sub 15-pin (female) (x1), Input: CMOS, Output: open-collector
AC input (x1), 100 V to 240 V, 50/60Hz
Video Performance
Sampling frequency Y: 74.25 MHz, Pb/Pr: 37.125MHz
Quantization 8 bits/sample
Error correction Reed Solomon Code
Processor Adjustment Range
Video level -∞ to +3 dB
Chroma level -∞ to +3 dB
Set up/black level ± 30 IRE/±210 mV
Chroma phase ±30°
System sync phase ±15 μs
System SC phase 0 ns to 400 ns
Audio Performance
Sampling frequency 48 kHz
Quantization 24 bits
Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5/-1.0 dB (0 dB at 1 kHz)
Dynamic range More than 90 dB
Distortion Less than 0.05% (at 1 kHz)
Headroom -20/-18/-16/-12/-9 (EBUL) dB (selectable)
Others
Built-in display 4.3-inch type color LCD monitor
Expansion Slot 8x PCI Express (x2 slot)
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