Fostex DV-40 Brochure & Specs page 6

DV-40
DVD Master
Recorder
New Industry Standard
The DV40 was, and is, a revelation. Here is a
rackmount unit which can record up to 4 tracks
of digital audio to removable DVD-RAM UDF
discs in either BWF or SDII formats and with
full timecode facilities. And a machine which
elegantly addresses the challenges presented
by today's 'random access' requirements. Post
production facilities, sound mixers, radio
stations and ADR suites have welcomed the
DV40 with its large scale Jog/Shuttle wheel,
ultra-ledgeable LED screen and mutiple front
panel controls which make for fast 'hands-on'
use. - Most of the DV40 functions are just a
single button push away.
4 Track Master Recording
Able to record four simultaneous non-
destructive audio tracks to DVD-RAM at up to
24 bit / 192kHz resolution and with its elegant
timecode implementation, the DV40 has
quickly become the machine of choice for
many film and tv productions in the US, Europe
and beyond helping to streamline the
production process and hence reduce costs.
Universal Disc Format
Post production houses too have warmed to
the DV40. The handy Universal Disc Format
(UDF), which allows DV40 media to be
mounted and read by Macintosh and PC
workstations, easy media network integration
and ultra-fast, rock solid synchronisation, is
revolutionising many productions from Los
Angeles to London.
Of course what really sets the DV40 apart is its
elegant handling of timecode as it addresses
the challenges presented by today's 'random
Main Features
• Universal Disc Format on DVD-RAM. Discs can be mounted instantly on both PC and Mac platforms
• Record Mono, Stereo or Multi (4 track) at various frequencies (44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192kHz)
• Two recording modes (Insert and Tape) • Built in I/O options
• Analog audio scrubbing by using high precision/ tracking JOG/Shuttle encoder dial
• On-board timecode generator with +/-1ppm accuracy and built-in backup offers all frame rates
including 23.976 and 29.97+ drop and pull-up/down. Generator can be 24H, Rec Run, Free Run or
external complete with jam, while output can be repro or generator derived
• Avid™ compatibility. BWF files recorded on the DV-40 can be imported directly into Avid Film
Composer along with information about Scene, Take, Reel Number, Event, etc. being transported and
read from the file's Metadata. The Metadata area is user-editable for future expansion
• PD-6 8cm DVD-RAM discs can be played out on a DV-40 by simply removing them from the caddy
and placing in the DVD-RAM tray
access' requirements: able to synchronise with
both external word and video signals, the built-
in timecode generator is fully featured and
even includes the new 23.976 frame HD
camera mode.
Continuing Development
Fostex continue to develop the platform; Model
5050 card allows the DV40 to read the 6 track
files on 8cm DVD-RAM created by the PD-6
and adds analog outputs 5 & 6 are on balanced
XLR connectors as well as AES/EBU on XLR;
enhanced 'take' (file) naming complying with
US and European clapper board standards and
EDL management tools allowing ALE (Avid Log
Exchange) compatibility.
The perfect production partner to a PD-6 or the
ultimate timecode master recorder. The DV40
is all this.
And more.
STANDARD ETHERNET
DV40 is equipped with 10/100Base-T
Ethernet as standard. Once the IP
address is set DV40 files will be
available via your media network.
BALANCED I/O
Each of the four audio channels
feature balanced XLR inputs
individually switchable between
+4dBu and –10dBV and the highest
quality 24bit/192kHz AD converters.
The outputs are provided on both
balanced XLR again with 24bit/192kHz
DA converters as well as 1/4"
unbalanced phone jacks for easy
monitoring hook-up.
24-BIT / 192kHZ RECORDING
The DV40 is capable of recording up to
24bit / 192kHz depending on recording
mode used. In addition, other formats
offered: (see chart on page 8) 16bit /
44.1kHz, 16bit / 48kHz, 24bit / 44.1kHz,
24bit / 48kHz, 24bit / 88.2kHz, 24bit /
96kHz and 24bit / 176.4kHz
AUDIO SCRUBBING
The large high-resolution (200 pulses
per rotate) jog/shuttle dial and clever
digital tracking technology result in
incredible audio scrubbing.
FLEXIBLE MONITORING
Headphone monitoring is provided with
switchable source selection for Track
1+2, Track 3+4, Track 1+3/2+4 and
each track individually.
SYSTEM INTEGRATION
Interoperability and system integration
is taken care of via 9 and 15 pin RS-
422 connectors. Both interfaces comply
to the Sony 9-Pin protocol for standard
VTR emulation and Fostex's own
extended instruction set.