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1. o HD SDI Component Composite Editor T Switcher HD SDI RS 422 Flash Thumb Drives Portable HDD Eee Eee ff Eee Te S ae ee a USB 2 0 FireWire IEEE 1394 Internal Drive Video Grass Valley HO WMV MPEG 2 QuickTime ProRes422 H 264 MPEG 2 AVCHD m2ts mts AVI MXF XDCAM opt XDCAM EX opt P2 opt and GF opt Still Image TGA BMP JPG TIFF PNG and GIF also as sequenced files e A V Mixer T2 iDDR Line Up Three internal storage options are available to suit various user needs and applications Upgrades from one model to the next are not offered Product System Disk Data Disk Recording Capacity RAID Optical Drive Name Capacity Capacity Hours 150 Mb s T2 iDDR 500 GB HDD X2 Approx 12 hours RAID DVD ROM x1 T2 iDDR RAID 16 GB SSD 500 GB HDD X4 Approx 12 hours RAID 10 DVD ROM x1 T2 iDDR SSD 160 GB SSD X 2 Approx 4 5 hours RAID O 2 5 HDD or SSD bay x1 2 www grassvalley com Overview of T2 iDDR cont Main Features of T2 iDDR The T2 iDDR includes a rich feature set making it an ideal replacement for traditional VTRs and an affordable solution when moving to tapeless workflows The following table summarizes key T2 iDDR features Category Function Ingest Live video input File format import Audio input Manage Playlists Edit clips Create playlist Create highlight packages in real time Playback Two ind2. 3s Valley Indigo andT2 are lt S OT TNelr respective companies opecilications supject to Change
3. A4 There are no plans for Blu ray compatibility at present LTC JIN JN E g EENES Wiazile ee men a as af ve cam KSC Wm P f OUTPUT T OOO em LAYER Zeg Gi HD SDI SD SDI DVI I Monitor Out DVI I HHHH lsececcece INPUT ate CH Gin ae cm Gm a FESCH e CEEE EEEN ean C EeEEENE ZS sezu G GPI I O 6 In 6 Out Video REF RS 422 Q5 Can mix SD or HD clips in a playlist A5 Yes with Service Pack 2 installed Q6 What kind of video output is provided in presets color backgrounds color bar patterns etc A6 Color bars are provided Q7 Will the built in storage be expandable at a later date AZ This kind of service is not planned In fact replacing the storage may damage the system and we strongly discourage modification by dealers Note that opening the case voids the warranty Q8 Who handles unit setup How much does installation generally cost A8 Installation is done by dealers or reliable experienced tech nicians Installation costs are left to dealer discretion Q9 Is training available at the time of installation A9 Availability varies by region Contact your sales representative www grassvalley com File Formats Supported During Import The T2 iDDR includes software to facilitate the import and export of program material T2 stores content for playback using the Grass Valley HO video codec an interme
4. 2 SP2 available June 2010 In response to market feedback T2 SP2 will include the following new features More Import File Formats Supported Please check the import file format sup port chart on page 10 Direct Playback Support Users can play back their Grass Valley HO content directly from the 2 5 inch disk or via USB 2 0 FireWire IEEE 1394 Note If the video bit rate is too high playback may not be frame accurate due to the interface bandwidth restriction Exporting a Clip While Recording This function is useful for content backup and combined with Direct Playback Support makes T2 s internal storage more flexible For example you can delete the clip on the T2 to free internal space but the clip is still available for playback from an external storage device www grassvalley com Still Picture Support T2 will support the import of JPEG TGA BMP PNG TIFF and GIF files up to a resolution of 4K Sequences are also supported alpha channel not yet Supported FTP Upload Download Users will not only be able to push files to the T2 but also retrieve via FTP Import and Export Files From To a NAS Slow Motion Enhancements Slow motion functions are extended by adding the option to pause in frame or field mode a VAR variable speed GUI in Workstation mode the ability to con trol the Jog Shuttle from the Workstation and more VAR speed controls Auto Play Mode As soon as a Clip
5. EX opt P2 opt and GF opt e Still Image Support Import TGA BMP JPG TIFF PNG and GIF also as sequenced files maintenance needs EDIUS is a registered trademark and Gi marks trademarks or registered tradema Copyright 2010 Thomson All rights reserved Orass valley other tradenames referenced are service ma without notice Control e Protocol BVW Basic AMP Advanced Media Protocol e Connections RS 422 9 pin D Conn per channel Ethernet GPI Technology e Connections gigabit Ethernet USB 2 0 4 each VGA e Storage Capacity 2 disk drives Approx 12 hours of HD 150 Mb s 25 hours of SD 50 Mb s e Bit rate Up to 200 Mb s per channel Physical e Dimensions 550 x 430 x 140 mm 21 6 x 16 9 x 5 5 in e Weight 15 kg 33 Ibs e Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Options and Accessories Rackmount kit Define We help you to define your business and technology requirements and then design solutions to meet them Deploy Our professional service organization backed up with proven project management methodologies can take you from design through deployment commissioning and training Support We offer a complete SLA portfolio to keep your systems running and help plan for your long term Join the Conversation at GrassValleyLive on Facebook Twitter and YouTube You Dr tradamoarke nf Grace Vallay Inc A tragdemarks OT Grass Valley Inc All
6. MANUAL Comparison With Grass Valley Products Brand Model amp Image Target Market Front Panel HD SDI Interface in out 1080p Support DVI In Out Import Files Ethernet Import Export Files USB Removable Media Control Storage Size RAID Two Simultaneous Outputs Time Shift Playback Playlist Creation Internal Format Slow Motion CG Playback Sync Playback File Format Support Import Export Transcode Price T2 iDDR ProAV Events Yes 1 in 2 out Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes AMP RS 422 12H HD 3 RU RAID O or 10 Yes Yes 1 in 2 out support Yes Grass Valley HO Codec Yes Yes Video Grass Valley HO WMV MPEG 2 QuickTime ProRes422 H 264 MPEG 2 AVCHD m2ts mts AVI MXF XDCAM opt XDCAM EX opt P2 opt and GF opt Still Image TGA BMP JPG TIFF PNG and GIF also as sequenced files 13K Grass Valley Turbo iDDR ProAV Events Yes 2 out in SD only None None None Yes Yes AMP RS 422 10H HD 3 RU None Yes Yes Yes MPEG 2 None None AVI MPEG 2 QuickTime WMV GXF 10K K2 Summit Production Client Broadcast None 4 bi directional channels None None Yes None None AMP RS 422 VDCP Unlimited 2 RU RAID 1 or 0 Yes Yes Yes DV25 DV50 DVCPRO HD Yes None GXF MXF DV25 DV50 DVCPRO HD 64K www grassvalley com Comparison With Competitive Products Br
7. is loaded to a chan nel it will begin playing back without the need to click on the play control Keyboard and mouse control customiza tion has also been added for improved usability More Audio Codec Support SP2 adds AC3 AAC and WMA support GUI Improvements Thumbnail preview when adding clips to the playlist in Front Panel mode addition of Remain TC when monitoring Multi language Support amp Localization T2 will support English French Spanish Italian German and Chinese languages GUI is localized for each region Player Functionality Enhancements SP2 adds the capability to upconvert SD files to HD and vice versa Note There may be restrictions on simultaneous channel use Playlist Functionality Enhancements SP2 adds the capability to mix different resolutions in the same playlist Note There may be restrictions on simultane ous channel use Overview of T2 iDDR cont Time shift Playback New Service Pack 4 available November 2011 Details available at the Grass Valley website at http www grassvalley com products t2 and click on Manuals Select T2 Intelligent Digital Disk Recorder iIDDR Addendum SP3 SP4 User Manual Extended File Support e XDCAM EX mp4 native playback requires XDCAM opt e AVCHD native playback e Grass Valley HO MXF OP 1a container native playback e EDIUS can now send its edited files directly to T2 e Ability to export T2 play
8. the R1 channel play a clip in the P1 P2 channel or load a different clip in P1 P2 channel you must stop the recording playback operation or unload the clip CAUTION If you play clips in the AVCHD format at other than single speed clips may not be played clearly If you want to play clips clearly at other than single speed we recommend that you convert them to Grass Valley HO AVI for import CAUTION The system is under heavy load during playback of clips in the AVCHD format We recommend that you reduce the load on the system www grassvalley com T2 Update Restore Process NOTE Be sure to connect an external VGA display keyboard and mouse before starting Back up your media before proceeding this process will erase all media 1 Insert the Image DVD in the T2 and reboot 2 At the start of the boot process repeatedly tap F10 on the keyboard do not hold it down tap it several times stopping when you see the Boot Menu appear 3 In the Boot Menu use the arrow keys to select PCI BEV 11 08 0 ATAPI as the Boot source The selected item s text Is white Press ENTER 4 You will be prompted to press any button to boot from CD or DVD Do so quickly Windows and then Ghost will load 5 About Symantec Ghost will display click OK 6 In the Symantec menu select Local then select DISK and then in the Action menu select From Image 7 Inthe Look In panel select F CD_ROM CD ROM
9. 4 2 2 e Bit rate Up to 200 Mb s per channel e Resolutions SD frame rate 720x486 29 97 720x576 25 e Resolutions HD frame rate 1920x1080i 29 97 or 25 1920x1080p 59 94 or 50 1920x1080pfs 24 or 23 98 1280x720p 59 94 50 24 23 98 GLOBAL SERVICES Ww S 3 H mg o oad lt bk O o g www grassvalley com support Grass Valley Global Services specializes in the defining of deployment of and support of today s dynamic file based workflows based on Grass Valley and third party solutions With Grass Valley Global Services you can achieve your operational goals in the most efficient and cost effective way possible with a partner you can trust Audio Input e Analog audio 2 channels XLR connections e Digital AES EBU 2 channels BNC connections Embedded audio on SDI HD or SD 8 channels e Recording format 16 or 24 bit PCM 48 kHz sampling 20 bit PCM for SD SDI Audio Output e Analog audio 2 channels per output video XLR connections e Digital AES EBU 2 channels BNC connections Embedded audio on SDI HD or SD 8 channels e Recording format 16 or 24 bit PCM 48 kHz sampling 20 bit PCM for SD SDI Import Export File Compatibility e Import Grass Valley HQ e Export Grass Valley HO e Transcode Import all to Grass Valley HQ MPEG 2 WMV QuickTime to Grass Valley HO ProRes422 H 264 MPEG 2 AVCHD m2ts mts AVI MXF XDCAM opt XDCAM
10. 422 None 18H 2 RU None Researching Yes Yes JPEG 2000 None None 30K 360 Systems MAXX 1200 HD Broadcast ProAV None 1 in 2 out O in 3 out None None Yes None None RS 422 VDCP 6 in 6 out 70H 3 RU RAID 5 Yes Yes Yes JPEG 2000 Yes JPEG 2000 15K Rear Panel Connectivit T2 IDDR SALES MANUAL Composite AES EBU AES EBU CMF ST INPUT HD SD R1 RECODER TAT S Analog Audio 2 ch X 3 FAQ OT What are the key sales points of the T2 iDDR A1 The four key points are superior image quality versatile design and specifications that complement a variety of work flows refined usability and outstanding cost performance For details see p 5 Q2 What are the differences from the K2 playout server A2 T2 iDDR is a deck K2 is a playout server T2 iDDR does not have the same feature set as a broadcast server such as redundant power supplies nor does it have the extensions that the K2 has data capacity is limited and the workflows are more limited than the K2 Q3 The unit enables basic editing but can effects be added If so what effects are available A3 To all clips in a playlist or to individual clips the following effects can be added e Fade in at the beginning of clips e Fade out B W display pause and E E effects available at the end of clips Q4 Does the unit support Blu ray input or output
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12. CL uonniOsau www grassvalley com AVCHD import and export functions Supported formats v Supported X Not supported Codec Type Frame size Frame rate R1 P1 P2 Import AVCHD Import AVCHD gt Grass Valley HO AVI 59 941 O in 1 out J J 1920 x 1080 DO O in 1 out J J 23 98p O in 1 out J J 59 94i O in 1 out J J 1440 x 1080 DO Oin 1 out J J AVCHD 23 98 O in 1 out J J 59 94p O in 1 out J J 1280 x 720 Dip O in 1 out J J 23 98p O in 1 out J J 720 x 480 59 94i Oin 1 out J J 720 x 576 DO O in 1 out J J 30p over 60i x J H 264 AVC 1920 x 1080 l AVCHD PRO 25p over 50i x S PH mode 30p over 60p x J 1280 x 720 25p over 5Op x J 60i O in 1 out J J 24p Oin 1 out J J 1920 x 1080 30p x WA DU O in 1 out J J NXCAM 25p x J 60p Oin 1 out J J 1280 x 720 5Op O in 1 out J J 601 O in 1 out J J 1440 x 1080 l A DU O in 1 out J J Formats for Grass Valley HO The following table lists the availability of direct playback FTP transfer import and export operations for each format e AVCHD single file mts m2ts Browse FTP Import Export List view meee Upload Download Import Post import format Export Post export format AVCHD J AVCHD vd No vd d d Grass Valley HO AVI Grass Valley HO AVI or XDCAM MXF single After importing playback in the AVCHD format is available CAUTION Clips in the AVCHD format are available only for 1 Out If you want to play a clip in the AVCHD format while recording in
13. DVD Drive 8 Below that select the ghost image xxxx GHO file on the DVD 9 Select the Local Destination Drive MTRON Selection will have dark blue background stripe 10 For the remaining choices just press next taking the default choices 11 Proceed with restore Select YES 12 You ll be asked to reset your computer reset it The T2 will boot into Maintenance Mode 13 In Maintenance Mode select Data and Initialize There will be three check boxes be sure all three are selected and then proceed 14 If asked to reboot proceed but note that you can select whether or not the system will reboot into Maintenance Mode From here typically you will not need Maintenance Mode www grassvalley com 1 r im ra pp A Ca RA A Al WI HD IDDR SALES VI AIN l JAL Technical Specifications T2 iDDR Configurations 1 SD HD input 2 SD HD outputs Video Input e Format support types high definition standard definition computer e Connections SD HD SDI analog component RGB or Y Pb Pr DVI I composite e Recording format Grass Valley HO 4 2 2 e Bit rate Up to 200 Mb s e Resolutions SD frame rate 720x486 29 97 720x576 25 e Resolutions HD frame rate 1920x1080i 29 97 or 25 1280x720p 59 94 or 50 Video Outputs e Format support types high definition standard definition computer e Connections SD HD SDI analog component Y Pb Pr DVI I composite e Recording format Grass Valley HO
14. LC grass valley SALES MANUAL T2 iDDR November 2011 Version 1 1 added file formats supported during import see page 9 Version 1 2 added Update Restore process see page 12 Version 1 3 added new Service Pack 2 features see page 3 Version 1 4 added new Service Pack 3 4 features see page 4 eee CT What ts the T2 iDDR The T2 Intelligent Disc Recorder iIDDR is a non linear deck that delivers multiple high definition or standard definition capture and playback channels to a wide range of professional applications KEY FEATURES e HD support 10801 amp 720p e Familiar front panel controls e Applications e HD SD SDI inputs and outputs e 7 inch front panel display Events and staging Auditori e File import Grass Valley HQ e Grass Valley Indigo A V mixer JET LR MPEG 2 QuickTime and WMV compatible Corporate AV centers Education facilities Broadcast display support e RS 422A support for each channel Community television CATV e New transition effects for playlists Regional sports companies Switcher support for playback e High bit rate full resolution video with e Analog AV connections Grass Valley HQ e 4 2 2 color space www grassvalley com Overview of T2 iDDR Introducing the T2 iDDR a next generation digital disk recorder that combines advanced NLE technology with familiar VT R VCR like controls This recorder offers superb image quality ve
15. and Model amp Image Grass Valley T2 iDDR Target Market ProAV Events Front Panel Yes HD SDI Interface 1 in 2 out in out 1080p Support Yes DVI In Out Yes Import Files Ethernet Yes Import Export Files Yes USB Removable Media Yes Control AMP via Ethernet BVW via RS 422 GPI via GPI port GPI 6 in 6 out Storage 12H HD Size 3 RU RAID RAID O or 10 Two Simultaneous Yes Outputs Time Shift Playback Yes 1 in 2 out support Playlist Creation Yes Internal Format Grass Valley HO 1920 x1080 CG Playback Yes Sync Playback File Format Support Video Grass Import Export Transcode Valley HO WMV MPEG 2 QuickTime ProRes422 H 264 MPEG 2 AVCHD m2ts mts AVI MXF XDCAM opt XDCAM EX opt P2 opt and GF opt Still Image TGA BMP JPG TIFF PNG and GIF also as sequenced files Price 13K www grassvalley com Doremi V1HD ProAV Option 1 in 1 out Yes None Yes None None RS 422 VDCP 4 in option 5H HD 3 RU RAID O or 5 None Option Yes Uncompressed or JPEG 2000 Yes Uncompressed or JPEG 2000 30K Sony PDW HD1500 ProAV Broadcast Yes 1 in 2 out Yes None Yes None Yes RS 422 None None Approx 2 3 RU None None None Yes MPEG 2 None XDCAM 26K FFV OMEGA HD n i am ca d UNE SAI Broadcast Yes 1 in 1 out None None None None None RS
16. diate codec similar in many respects to Apple s ProRes or Avid s DNxHD Intermediate codes are used to preserve original picture quality without the massive storage requirements of uncompressed digital video Grass Valley HQ Performance The Grass Valley HO Codec adjusts its compression rate dynam ically depending on the image to deliver a high image quality comparable to or better than HDCAM or DVCPRO HD A variable bit rate codec prevents the loss of detail in particu larly complex images that can occur when using storage meth ods such as tape where the bit rate is fixed or in very high compression software codecs like MPEG 2 or MPEG 4 www grassvalley com The Grass Valley HO Codec preserves 4 2 2 color space and maintains full 1920 or 1440 luminance sampling delivering quality comparable to Sony s HDCAM SR SMPTE 409M 2005 but at less than half the data rate Format Support The T2 iDDR transcoding capabilities allow direct import of a wide range of file types and formats T2 will convert those formats to the Grass Valley HO Codec for internal storage and playback The table on the next page summarizes the import formats presently supported The typical HDCAM SR data rate is 440 Mb s where the Grass Valley HO Codec averages between 150 200 Mbps delivering about 55 bandwidth reduction over HDCAM SR Uncompressed high definition digital video runs at nearly 1 Gb s The Grass Valley HO Codec delivers an astonishing
17. eo with text Use on both channels at once ingest Two independent output systems Ganged or independent control of the two playback channels loaded with HD clips is supported even during With two fully independent output lines video can be supplied to separate monitors or playback can be synced for example for 3D presentations Can also be connected for external control Refined usability External operation is supported through controllers or switchers connected via RS 422 or AMP Indigo only Many controls ensure usertriendly operation including a touchscreen panel on the front jog dial and Rec and Play buttons USB 2 0 and FireWire IEEE 1394 interfaces are also provided as well as a headphone Jack 3 Innovative Yet Intuitive Controls Usability can also be considered a major advantage of the T2 DDR In depth study of NLE and traditional VTR controls led to an Innovative interface that combines the benefits of both The intuitive instantaneous control of a touchscreen panel is complemented by a jog dial providing a sense of control equivalent to that of familiar VIRs www grassvalley com 4 Cost performance that is Clearly Superior to Similar Products Refer to the comparison of the T2 iDDR with competitive products p 7 With greater versatility than similarly positioned units the T2 iDDR offers a polished control system and can be deployed at half the cost of alternative products T2 IDDR SALES
18. ependent output channels Synchronized playback Search Remote Control Detail Capture and record live video on any T2 iDDR input HD SD SDI DVI and SD composite Import common file formats from external applications such as nonlinear editing systems via USB flash memory or external HDD DVD data discs or making use of the gigabit Ethernet input for FTP import Supported files types include QuickTime Windows Media MPEG and Grass Valley HO Capture SDI embedded audio up to eight channels or use XLR connectors to capture AES EBU or baseband audio two channels Edit the clips captured or imported by easily setting Mark In and Mark Out points You can also edit those clips while creating playlists Build and manage playlists Select clips and playlists for preview Mix HD and SD content in the same playlist Edit highlight packages on the fly Select edit and trim segments without interrupting program record Send highlight packages to an output channel or transfer to a playback Server Completely independent output channels allow maximum playback flexibility and control Output channels can be locked to each other for frame accurate synchronized playback Useful for full resolution 3D content or studio set background match frame loops Search tools allow rapid retrieval of desired files Nonlinear access allows immediate playback GPI and RS 422 interfaces allow remote control New Service Pack
19. list as a single file in HO or XDCAM HD formats VTR like Functions e T2 can be locally controlled while in Remote mode function canned be turned off e RS 422 BVW REC commands support e Crash REC is now supported using RS 422 BVW remote editing commands such as assemble and insert are not supported e GPI tally output GPI while recording or playing back e VTR control for Batch Capture from NLE Batch list EDIUS Avid and Final Cut Pro Playback e New playlist tile view GUI added e Playlist templates added playlist actions can be now saved as templates Automatic mounting of clip being recorded to a specific playback channel user specified Automatically register sub clips created during recording to be mounted on a specified playlist Automatically export clip being recorded to an external device USB or NAS Controlling Multiple T2s Syncing content between multiple T2s is now possible Playlist import export with all settings saved Synchronized frame accurate playback of multiple T2s when controlled via GPI Miscellaneous T2 will remember current status when shut down including auto play and the option to automatically play mounted clips T2 will remember all browse information and network configuration on shutdown Keyboard shortcuts to extend playback speed in 1 intervals Added keyboard shortcut to change the focus of windows Enhanced In Out settings for clips no need to set an
20. rsatility and usability Highlights of the T2 iIDDR include full HD support easy control through touchscreen panel and jog dial interfaces design and specifications ensuring adaptability to many workflows and the convenience of digital systems in searching and ran dom access The T2 iDDR is the result of in depth customer research It leverages Grass Valley technology and expertise to deliver a live production product at prices substantially below T2 IDDR K ER lies ge S Cur 00 00 00 00 wx2 E BEEN B CIT qP D ce Set P2 4 amp Event Event Name Here 001 Blapse 00 00 00 Dur 00 00 00 00 In 00 00 00 00 SALES MANUAL Config Menu Glip other products in this market Out 00 00 00 00 This sales manual summarizes T2 iDDR features and highlights the advantages of using T2 in live production applications 9 9 H ER Large touchscreen front panel with 7 inch wide display We encourage Grass Valley dealers and distributors to apply this information in educating professional clients looking for HD compatible digital equipment to replace their familiar VTRs or potential customers looking for an affordable way to create tapeless workflows Assure them that the T2 IDDR was devel oped precisely to satisfy these needs T2 IDDR MAIN WORKFLOW Projector O Component Composite Nonlinear Editing System Nonlinear SS Editing System EST Cy Video Equipment
21. ts to playout 2 Easy and high level integration with EDIUS or other NLEs for workflow improvements The secret to superb image quality is internal processing with the Grass Valley HO Codec one of the favorite formats among broadcasters and others in the industry Featuring dynamic compression adjustment to suit content the Grass Valley HO Codec supports bit rates to up to 200 Mb s while offering excel lent image quality rivaling HDCAM and DVCPRO HD Color Sampling YCbCr Bit Rate Mb s 4 2 2 50 200 Jsle 140 4 2 2 100 4 2 2 100 4 2 2 50 4 2 0 18 20 S8 4 2 2 270 4 2 2 4 4 4 440 normal mode 880 FF mode X2 3 Importing transcoding and playout of a variety of video material 4 Use as a straightforward playout device maintaining support for ANC data 5 Editing of highlight scenes 6 Playback of computer graphics and 3D content using Sync To support these workflows the T2 iDDR was designed accounting for the following diverse specifications Provides an environment with a generous range of I O interfaces Broad video format support Input HD SDI DVI gigabit Ethernet FireWire IEEE 1394 External HDD only USB 2 0 and FTP Output HD SDI DVI RS 422 and a wide variety of other input output interfaces The unit offers comprehensive support for all input formats that may be needed AVI QuickTime Windows Media and MPEG 2 are supported Computer resolutions can also be supplied allowing playback of vid
22. y longer In or out will set the point Convert P2 files to MXF OP 1a during import no codec conversion Convert OP Atom to OP 1a container during import no codec conversion Selection of timecode for each event inside a playlist Source playlist or user specified for each event in the playlist Wake on LAN power on www grassvalley com Sales Points amp Target Markets Many outstanding features set the T2 IDDR apart from competitive products Here we focus on four highlights we consider to be particularly compelling sales points 1 Picture Quality Outstanding image quality is a very important advantage of the T2 iDDR We consider this as a leading sales point Specifically not only SD video but also full HD 1920x1080 older VTR compatible 10801 and 720p and high quality 1080 24 psf output is Supported Video Codec Max Resolution Grass Valley HO Codec 1920x1080 HDCAM 1440 x 1080 DVCPRO HD 1280 x 1080 AVC Intra 100 1920 x 1080 XDCAM MPEG HD422 1920 x 1080 XDCAM MPEG HD 1440 x 1080 HD D5 1920 x 1080 HDCAM SR 1920 x 1080 2 Easily Adaptable to a Range of Workflows The T2 iDDR is much more than a replacement for traditional VTRs because it is a versatile solution that meets a variety of needs in production of live content The unit also effectively completes or complements the following environments 1 All steps in content production and playout from recording live events and making playlis
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