The compact, low-cost AJ-SD93E DVCPRO50/DVCPRO desktop recorder is ideal for production tasks that employ several different types of digital video cameras. Equipped with an IEEE 1394 digital interface, the AJ-SD93E is ready for use with a PC-based non-linear editor or network server.

Because it plays back DV and DVCAM sources as well as DVCPRO and DVCPRO50, the AJ-SD93E allows editing with a variety of sources. The AJ-SD93E also offers a Monitor Out terminal and a newly designed joystick that provides easy, comfortable operation of functions like Shuttle Search and Slow. With its budget-friendly price and the availability of optional analogue and SDI interface boards, the versatile AJ-SD93 fits a range of production tasks and environments.

> Digital component recording at a data rate of > 50 Mbps (switchable to 25 Mbps)
> Plays MiniDV, DV, DVCAM TM, DVCPRO, DVCPRO50
> Multi-voltage operation, 100 to 240 V
> Sampling 4:2:2/13.5 MHz
> Up to 92 minutes recording time with cassette AJ-5P92L
> Built-in EBU/SMPTE time code reader (LTC/VITC user bits)
> Digital slow motion +/-0.43 with optional Remote Controller AJ-A95
> Variable speed jog/shuttle searches with optional Remote Controller AJ-A95
> Joy-stick controller for video-search and menu settings
> On-screen display for easy machine set-up and operation
> 4-channel PCM audio 48 kHz/16 bit
> Space-saving 3RU half-rack size
> Programmable funtion buttons

• Outstanding DVCPRO50 Image and Sound Quality
  The AJ-SD93's 4:2:2 digital component video recording and 48-kHz, 16-bit, 4-channel digital audio deliver the high image and sound quality needed in TV programme production. When extended recording time is desired, you can switch the AJ-SD93 to DVCPRO.*
  *Records two audio channels in DVCPRO format
• DV Playback
  For added versatility, the AJ-SD93 can play back DV and DVCAM tapes. Standard DV tapes can be played without an adapter, while Mini-DV tapes can be played using the AJ-CS455P adapter.*
  *Even with an adapter, DVCPRO VTRs cannot play Mini-DV cassette tapes recorded in LP mode, nor 80- or 120-minute Mini-DV cassette tapes.
• Equipped with IEEE-1394 Terminal
  The AJ-SD93's 6-pin IEEE-1394 DVCPRO/DV terminal makes it easy to transfer data to and from DV equipment or Mac or PC-based non-linear editing systems. Supporting a 50-Mbps bit rate and allowing transfer of DVCPRO50 data as well as DVCPRO and DV(DVCAM) data, the AJ-SD93 is perfect for building a low-cost editing system that delivers 4:2:2 image quality.
  *Recording DV signal via IEEE 1394 terminal is impossible. Also requires an IEEE1394-compatible Mac or PC and software. DVCPRO50 data can be used only by systems compatible with 50-Mbps DV data.
• New Joystick Design
  The joystick has been redesigned to offer easy, comfortable Slow and Shuttle Search operation. For added convenience, the stick can also be used to select menu items and set the time code.
• PF (Programmable Function) Buttons
  You can assign functions from the setup menu to each of the three PF buttons provided. This customizing feature gives you quick, direct access to the operational functions you use most.
• Small, Lightweight and Easy to Carry
  Measuring only 214 mm wide, the AJ-SD93 is virtually the same size as a 3U-tall waveform monitor, making it a space-saver in varieties of tight places. Its light 6.8 kilogrammes weight and convenient handle make it easy to carry.
• Monitor Out terminal
  The AJ-SD93 comes equipped with a video monitor out terminal(PAL/BNC) with Superimpose On/Off capability and two audio out terminals (PHONO). These let you connect the AJ-SD93 to an ordinary TV monitor for viewing.
• UMID* Data Recording and Playback
  The AJ-SD93 records and plays data that conforms to the UMID standard and contains a variety of supplementary information. This allows it to read GPS data (latitude, longitude and altitude) recorded by the DVCPRO50/DVCPRO Camera-Recorders**. The AJ-SD93 can also handle VANC data for Teletext.
  * UMID stands for Unique Material Identifiers, which are defined for AV material usein the SMPTE 330M international standard.
  **AJ-SDX900, AJ-SDC905 or AJ-SDC615; GPS option is required for these camcorders. The GPS unit is not available in some areas.
• Interface Options Add Versatility
  In addition to a DVCPRO/DV terminal (IEEE 1394) and a monitor out terminal for non-linear editing and playback, you can also add optional interfaces to meet other needs. The optional AJ-YA93P analogue interface gives you analogue input/output, RS-422 remote and TC terminals. The optional AJ-YA94G SDI board adds serial digital input/output terminals. The AJ-SD93's low cost optional interfaces provide you an affordable way to configure asystem that meets your specific production needs.