PMW-1000

The Sony PMW-1000 XDCAM SxS Memory Recording Deck can record a wide range of XAVC and XDCAM codecs from any HD-SDI source onto SxS Cards. The PMW-1000 provides outstanding MPEG HD422 picture quality as well as an uncompromising eight-channel (HD-SDI), 24-bit audio recording capability, all packed in a compact half-rack-size deck. In addition to MPEG HD422, XAVC Intra HD Record/Playback is supported, as well as MPEG IMX and DVCAM formats in the SD domain. The RS-422 interface and Gigabit Ethernet enables the PMW-1000 to be used as a player deck for linear editing and a feeder deck for non-linear editing.

Note: 4K XAVC Intra HD record/playback is not supported.

By supporting XAVC Intra 100Mb/s, XDCAM HD workflow can be enhanced with PMW-F5/F55 camera operation. In addition, with its up- and down-conversion function, the PMW-1000 is ideal for integration into an existing SD production system and also for future HD operation.
Highly flexible, multi-format capability lets users select recording and playback formats from HD (XAVC, MPEG HD422, and MPEG HD420) and SD (MPEG IMX50/40/30 and DVCAM) in a variety of frame frequencies 1
Equipped with a jog/shuttle dial and RS-422 control, providing VTR-like operation (Jog: -1 to +1 times normal speed; Variable: -2 to +2 times normal speed; Shuttle: -20 to +20 times normal speed). This gives the PMW-1000 a very familiar feel, and enables easy migration from tape-based operation.
Versatile input and output interfaces: RS-422 9-pin remote control interface to be used as a feeder for linear editing
Gigabit Ethernet for high speed file transfer for network operation
HDMI monitoring output for more flexible operation on any occasion
USB interface for connection to an external USB HDD enables users to copy clips directly to a USB HDD without employing any other devices; helping to reduce storage costs, and means that users can make copies and backups simply and quickly. 2
Three-way power source selection lets the PMW-1000 to operate on AC, DC, and battery power, making it versatile and suitable for both in-house and field operations (for example, in a studio or OB vehicle).