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	DVCAM format basics and Guide
		DVCAM is Sony's proprietary extension of the DV format and is designed for professional use.
		DVCAM tapes however are available for up to 3 hours of recording on the standard (large) size.
		It is advisable to use DVCAM tape rather than DV for it's durability, resistance to stretching/scratching and because of the extra precision that goes into it's manufacture.
	www.poweroid-video-editing.co.uk /Professional/Other_Equipment/DVCam.asp (282 words)

	Sony-Biz España: DVCAM - Sala de conferencias de prensa de la IBC Recursos Descargas (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		DVCAM has been designed to give professional video producers the speed, quality and precision they need throughout their programme production process - from image acquisition to post-production and on to distribution, providing excellent multi-generation picture quality.
		DVCAM is based on the ¼-inch DV digital format, originally developed and adopted by many manufacturers for consumer use.
		The Sony DVCAM range of professional products has been developed to maintain playback compatibility with the consumer DV format.
	www.sonybiz.net /b2b/sony-business-es/41207-sony-biz-espana-dvcam-sala-conferencias-prensa-ibc-recursos-descargas.html (252 words)

	DVCAM Product Sony - For PAL Market
		Select from the Sony DVCAM lineup and you will be choosing innovative equipment to bring both new solutions to your production demands and added performance benefits to your system.
		The DVCAM format uses 8-bit digital component recording with a 5:1 compression ratio and a sampling rate of 4:2:0.
		The DVCAM format has a wider track pitch of 15 µm (compared with 10 µm for the DV format) which gives higher reliability for professional editing.
	www.expandore.com /product/Sony/Proav/dvcam_product.htm (562 words)

	Tape Resources - Sony Digital Master DVCAM Tape
		Although both DVCAM and DV use DLC technology, the DLC layer for DVCAM is optimized for maximum durability.
		DVCAM and DV have a width of 6.35 mm (1/4").
		DVCAM width is held to a tighter tolerance to offer a higher level of reliability and compatibility.
	www.taperesources.com /dvcam_tapes.html (1963 words)

	SONY® DSR-11 DVCAM Player/ Recorder
		The SONY® DSR-11 DVCAM is essential for digital filmmakers and videographers who need the flexibility of NTSC and PAL, and DV and DVCAM playback and recording.
		The DSR-11 compact DVCAM video recorder is equipped with i.LINK- IEEE-1394 DV based I/O connection, multi-voltage operation, and both NTSC and PAL playback and recording capability (Note: VTR does not convert NTSC/PAL system signals).
		The DSR-11 can record and playback in either DVCAM or consumer DV formats, will accommodate both standard and mini size DVCAM and DV cassettes, and is able to be placed in either vertical or horizontal positions.
	www.kingdom.com /ProductInfo.aspx?productid=KVSR11 (482 words)

	The DV, DVCAM, & DVCPRO Formats -- tech details, FAQ, and links.
		Sony's DVCAM professional format increases the track pitch to 15 microns (at the loss of recording time) to improve tape interchange and increase the robustness and reliability of insert editing.
		DVCAM, with its 15 micron track width, or DVCPRO with its 18 micron track, are sufficiently on the safe side of the bleeding edge so that this sort of droput is much less likely to occur.
		The DVCAM DSR-30 VTR and DSR-200 camcordercan also be made to record unlocked audio with a bit of coaxing (see Video Tidbits).
	www.adamwilt.com /DV-FAQ-tech.html (10453 words)

	Формат DVCAM
		Представленный на рынке с 1996 года, формат DVCAM показал много достоинств цифрового формата миру видеопрофессионалов.
		К тому же, все устройства формата DVCAM имеют возможность проигрывания кассет любительского формата DV.
		Формат DVCAM является профессиональным развитием любительского формата DV.
	www.videoton.ru /Articles/sony_dvcam.html (517 words)

	The DVCAM Format
		DVCAM is a variation of the DV format developed by Sony and aimed at the semi-professional and lower-end professional market.
		DVCAM uses the same type of tape and compression as DV and MiniDV but at a higher speed (almost 50% faster).
		DVCAM VCRs can play back DV content, and some VCRs can also play DVCPRO.
	www.mediacollege.com /video/format/dv/dvcam.html (119 words)

	Video University: Video University Forums: Wedding & Event Videography: DVCAM vs. Mini DV? (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The "locked audio" feature of DVCAM is useful if you are editing on a DVCAM linear editing system, or doing insert edits on tape.
		The one advantage of DVCAM for most people is that it is less susceptible to the "different player incompatibility" syndrome.
		That's where minor differences in the alignment of tape transport mechanisms cause a tape to exhibit dropout or complete malfunction when played in a device different from the one in which it was recorded.
	www.videouniversity.com /forum/Video_University_Forums_C1/Wedding_%26_Event_Videography_F16/DVCAM_vs._Mini_DV_P63412 (371 words)

	SONY DVCAM Digital Cassette
		Additionally, DVCAM Master videocassettes, thanks to higher C/N ratio and stability, are not just for standard recording or editing but for critical applications where its +2db higher output and improved durability, even at a 4 times high speed transfer mode, count.
		Standard DVCAM line-up consists of PDV-ME Series cassettes with built in 16 kilobit IC memory PDV-N Series without IC memory.
		DVCAM Master lineup consists of PDV-MEM Series cassettes also with built in 16 kilobit IC memory.
	www.vidinc.net /sondvcamdigc.html (200 words)

	DVCAM A Practical Guide to the Professional System Jon Fauer Price
		DVCAM: A Practical Guide to the Professional System, is a nuts and bolts guide for anyone who wants to learn more about Sony DVCAM, to determine what equipment to use, how various models compare, and how to use each of them.
		The virtues of DVCAM are well laid out in language that is easy to understand for the layman but not so simplistic that a professional can't get something out of it.
		DVCAM is the professional video standard developed by Sony, based on the consumer DV video format.
	www.fauer.com /books/dv.htm (928 words)

	Test Bench: Sony DSR-PDX10 DVCAM Camcorder
		If you need to use the DVCAM tape format, then the consumer TRV950 is not an option.
		The DVCAM tape format is theoretically more robust and durable than Mini DV tape, but millions of Mini DV camcorders and tapes have been sold and used without anyone reporting any inherent problems with the format.
		DVCAM) and whether the highly-integrated XLR adapter and shotgun microphone are worth the additional $400.
	www.videomaker.com /article/9409 (1067 words)

	Sony DVCAM 30p 60i DSR PD170 Mexico video DV
		En la actualidad podemos encontrar ejemplos del uso de DVCAM en importantes aplicaciones dentro del sector de la educación, de la industria, durante la grabación de acontecimientos, publicidad, postproducción y edición en alta definición.
		El éxito de DVCAM se atribuye a su capacidad para actuar como puente único entre una gran variedad de aplicaciones profesionales y la producción de broadcast de alto nivel.
		The DSR-PD170 DVCAM compact camcorder provides high quality acquisition in the DVCAM component digital format, as well as in DV, allowing up to 40 minutes recording on one tape Mini DVCAM tape, or 60 minutes on the same tape in the DV mode.
	www.video.com.mx /precios/sony_pd170.htm (1710 words)

	Dvcam help -- Dermot Shane -- 2004/10/05
		My current knowledge of Dvcam is limited, not having used one since the "Lonely Planet" series that ended four years ago........
		A friend had some bad Dvcam tapes shot, massive drop-outs on the audio, and somewhat less on the video...
		she has been told they MIGHT be able to save the shots with a DSR2000 deck as it can playback stuff that "normal" Dvcam decks cannot.
	www.softimage.com /community/xsi/discuss/archives/ds.archive.0410/msg00271.htm (150 words)

	Sony Electronics News and Information
		Since the format's introduction in 1996, more than 280,000 DVCAM camcorders and VTRs have been sold worldwide for use in a wide array of applications, including event videography, documentaries, episodic television production, and independent and major motion picture filmmaking.
		Sony's new DSR-PDX10 DVCAM camcorder combines a compact design with sophisticated features such as web transfer of still images, as well as streaming of live video and VTR playback through an integrated USB port when connected to a computer.
		It is the first DVCAM product to feature Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) capability, which enables the unit's operation condition to be monitored and controlled over an IP network.
	news.sel.sony.com /pressrelease/2237 (983 words)

	Digital Video Encoding (DV, DVCAM, DVCPRO)
		Videocassettes of DV, DVCAM, and DVCPRO formats are represented in the collections of the Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division.
		For videocassettes, DV, DVCAM, and DVCPRO are widely adopted.
		The extent of file-based adoption of DVCAM is not known to the compiler of this page; comments are welcome.
	www.digitalpreservation.gov /formats/fdd/fdd000183.shtml (969 words)

	SimplyDV Review: Sony DSR-PD170 DVCAM Camcorder
		Unveiled in late 2003 at Amsterdam's IBC exhibition, Sony's DSR-PD170 DVCAM camcorder was designed to succeed the DSR-PD150P - a model which has seen huge popularity not only among serious video producers but also many TV documentary programme makers who have opted for the camcorder's ease of single-operator use and portability that lighter models bring.
		The DVCAM format is preferred to Mini-DV by broadcasters, not least because the models in the range offer proper balanced XLR audio inputs and a higher degree of manual control over how they're managed.
		Both camcorders share similar physical characteristics and handling, though a short-barrelled directional mono microphone is provided in place of the VX2100's built-in stereo microphone, with the whole of the carry-handle's front assembly being taken over by the PD170's audio facilities.
	www.simplydv.co.uk /Reviews/sony_dsr_pd170.html (1971 words)

	DVCAM Tape, DV CAM Tapes at Discount Prices
		Sony PDV-34N DVCAM (Large) 34 Minute without Chip
		DVCAM is currently the most popular digital format for video professionals.
		Sony DVCAM tapes pack broadcast quality, plus digital video and audio into a compact footprint.
	www.tapeandmedia.com /DVCAM_Tapes.asp (266 words)

	Sony DVCAM Camcorders and Decks (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Sony is expanding its line of DVCAM professional camcorders with the introduction of the DSR-400 and the DSR-450WS models.
		The camcorders are capable of recording in DVCAM and DV formats, on small or large cassettes with i.LINK (DV) IEEE-1394 digital interface connectivity.
		Up to 4 1/2 hours of images can be recorded on a single full-size cassette in DV mode or 3 hours when recording in the highly reliable DVCAM mode.
	www.protel.co.nz /sony/dvcam (636 words)

	Amazon.com: Reviews for Sony DSR-PDX10 DVCAM: Camera & Photo (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		I decided to take the PDX10 on the slopes one day, and mindful of the temperatures, loaded the camera with a DVCAM cassette just to test what the medium was all hyped up to be.
		Maybe DVCAM does have some redeeming properties whenever you're 12,000 feet above sea level, freezing your rear end off, and happen to be taping something.
		The Sony DSR-PDX10 professional DVCAM camcorder is almost identical to the consumer dsr-trv950.
	www.amazon.com /Sony-PDX10-DSR-PDX10-DVCAM/dp/customer-reviews/B00006OALE (2442 words)

	Adam Wilt's Video Tidbits
		DVCAM tapes can be used in DV recorders and vice versa.
		I used DVCAM tapes in my DHR-1000 when I couldn't get DV tapes longer than 60 minutes in my neck of the woods.
		F7xxxxxxx means the machine was built in June 1997, and it's OK. H6xxxxxxx would mean the machine was born in August of 1996 and the EPROM upgrade is required.
	www.adamwilt.com /Tidbits.html (4370 words)

	Sony-Biz Italia: APTN turns to DVCAM as global format - DVCAM Applicazioni Notizie Notizie (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Nick Evansky, Director of Technology says DVCAM was selected after rigorous testing in the field alongside rival systems.
		A combination of DVCAM recorders and players will be used in the bureaux as play out and edit VTRs.
		Evansky, said: “The DVCAM solution was very attractive for several reasons; the cost of the DSR-500WSP is very competitive and it also offers the ability to shoot true 16:9.
	www.sonypresentation.com /b2b/sony-business-it/00786-sony-biz-italia-aptn-turns-to-dvcam-as-global-format-dvcam-applicazioni-notizie-notizie.html (257 words)

	Tape Resources - MINI DV vs DVCAM, Tape Cleaner, DV Head Cleaning, Care and Handling
		We recently shot with DVCAM in a Canon XL-1.
		A friend of mine said that you can record and play a small DVCAM tape in a miniDV deck (thereby getting the higher quality) when you shoot it in miniDV.
		We recently shot with DVCAM in a Canon XL-1, and it appeared to work just fine.
	www.taperesources.com /mini_dv_tapes.html (2663 words)

	FN-DVCam
		Conversion from DV, DVCAM, HDV (PAL) to Betacam SP (NTSC)
		Transfer from DV, DVCAM, HDV (PAL) to Digital 8 (D8) videotape (NTSC).
		Transfer from DV, DVCAM, HDV (PAL) to Mini DV digital videotape (NTSC).
	www.videoforyou.com /fn-dvcam.htm (201 words)

	Sony sells more than 300,000 DVCAM units worldwide (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The Sony DVCAM DSR1500, a half-rack studio editing player/recorder comes equipped with a 6-pin i.LINK IEEE 1394 DV I/O connection allowing it to be immediately integrated into nonlinear systems with connection compatibility.
		Introduced in 1996, it took four years for the DVCAM to reach the 100,000 milestone and since then, almost twice as many units have been sold.
		Among the latest broadcasters to adopt the DVCAM format is WCVB-TV, the ABC affiliate in Boston, Mass.
	broadcastengineering.com /news/broadcasting_sony_sells_dvcam (348 words)

	Video recording formats
		DVCAM on the other hand is Sony's variation of the theme, sitting somewhere between DV and DVCPRO.
		Actually Panasonic has announced that their upcoming DVCPRO gear will be able to play back DVCAM recordings; according to Panasonic, this will only require reprogramming the capstan servo systems to accomodate for the slightly different track width (15 um in DVCAM vs. 18 um in DVCPRO) and therefore different tape speed.
		In the PAL versions, DV and DVCAM revert to 4:2:0, whereas DVCPRO uses 4:1:1 globally.
	www.hut.fi /~iisakkil/videoformats.html (3659 words)

	Re: Dvcam help -- TonyJover -- 2004/10/06
		Any DVCam VTR that supports varispeed playback should stand a better job of playing these tapes.
		Basically, you put the machine just off detent, it forces what Ampex used to call VST (Variable scan tracking) into play, making the head centre onto the track.
		My current knowledge of Dvcam is limited, not having used one since the
	www.softimage.com /community/xsi/discuss/archives/ds.archive.0410/msg00338.htm (205 words)

	FUJIFILM Global \| Products \| Professional AV Media \| DVCAM
		DVCAM media are the most compact professional digital video recording media ever to be introduced.
		As the shift from analog VTR systems continues to gather momentum troughout the video production and broadcasting industries, the DVCAM format is expected to become one of the leading formats for VTR systems.
		The figures marked with * are comparisons with the Fujifilm reference tape.
	www.fujifilm.com /products/professional_av/dvcam.html (379 words)

	Sony DSR-11 DVCAM / DV Compact Player/Recorder - abesofmaine.com/dev Cameras and Electronics
		The Sony DSR-11 DVCAM player/recorder can be easily integrated into your existing non-linear editing system.
		DVCAM is Sony's professional version of the ubiquitous DV format.
		DVCAM offers better picture quality, superior multi-generational dubbing quality and greater dynamic range in its audio section.
	www.abesofmaine.com /viewproduct.asp?id=sndsr11 (436 words)

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