The PDW-U1 is an external USB drive that allows reading and writing of XDCAM file formats from PCs and Macs. It has a standard USB interface and supports all XDCAM recording formats. The drive can read and write to both single and dual-layer discs, allowing over 3 hours of DVCAM or 4 hours of MPEG HD recording on a dual-layer disc. The PDW-U1 also integrates easily with leading editing systems and is portable and affordable.

1. PDW-U1
XDCAM external USB drive for reading and writing
of all supported XDCAM file-formats
Benefits
Standard IT interface
The PDW-U1 uses a standard USB2.0 interface -
found on all the latest PC’s and Mac’s. Simply ’plug
and play’
Full XDCAM compatibility
The PDW-U1 can be used with all available XDCAM SD
The PDW-U1 is the most affordable addition to the & HD recording formats. (DVCAM / MPEG IMX / MPEG
XDCAM line-up HD)
XDCAM is the bestselling, most affordable and most Dual Layer Ready
widely supported tapeless acquisition system for The PDW-U1 houses a drive that supports both Single
broadcast and professional applications. Both SD and layer (23GB) and Dual layer (50GB) media[br]- Dual
SD/HD switchable XDCAM products are available now. layer discs allow over 3 hours of DVCAM and over 4
hours of MPEG HD to be recorded at 18Mb/s, and
The PDW-U1 extends the IT credentials of XDCAM by more than 145 minutes at 35Mb/s.
offering a simple and portable drive that can be used
with a PC or Mac for viewing purposes (using free Affordability
Sony software) or full read/write* access with a com- The PDW-U1 is the most affordable deck in the
patible NLE. XDCAM product line-up.
The PDW-U1 also supports the use of Dual Layer Easy integration with industry leading partners
XDCAM media. Recording onto Dual Layer discs The PDW-U1 will offer full interoperability with leading
(50GB) is a feature of a range of new Sony products, editing systems.
including the PDW-F355 and PDW-F335 XDCAM HD
camcorders, and the PDW-F75 XDCAM HD deck. Portability
Lightweight and Portable. This unit can be used in the
This product comes with the full PrimeSupport pack-
office or in the field
age. That’s fast, hassle-free repairs, a helpline offer-
ing expert technical advice, and a free loan unit while
Bundled Utilities (PC & MAC)
yours is repaired. Plus the peace of mind that Sony is
looking after your equipment – and your business. Allowing the user to manage drive data including
multi-clip access (Proxy or Hi-res) using the PC
viewer.
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