Prior To Starting; Welcome; Features - FOR-A MBP-100PD Series Operation Manual

1. Prior to Starting

1-1. Welcome

Congratulations! By purchasing MBP-100PD Clip Server (Baseband Converter) you have
entered the world of FOR-A and its many innovative products. Thank you for your patronage and
we hope you will turn to FOR-A products again and again to satisfy your video and audio needs.
FOR-A provides a wide range of products, from basic support units to complex system
controllers, which have been increasingly joined by products for computer video based systems.
Whatever your needs, talk to your FOR-A representative. We will do our best to be of continuing
service to you.

1-2. Features

MBP-100PD is a compact 1RU clip server equipped with HD / SD-SDI inputs and outputs, and a
SSD (Solid State Drive) for data storage. MBP-100PD features recording and playback of
Panasonic P2/P2HD compatible MXF files, and transfer and storage of clips via gigabit Ethernet.
The supported functions such as ingest, playback, and program playout using APC (Automated
Production Control System) are highly versatile and reliable.
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 Equipped with HD/SD-SDI input and output, and supports conversion between
baseband signals and MXF files (ingest applications)
 Even during video recording or playback, clips can be added over the network; no time
lost for switching disks or media (seamless operation)
 Supports up to 8 channels of audio in embedded format
 Compact 1RU vibration-resistant case; ideal for off-site and in-vehicle applications
 Dedicated hardware; unlike products based on computer platforms, the converter can be
easily turned on and off with a single switch
FOR-A's unique hardware enabls real-time recording and stable playback of video
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 The vibration-resistant SSD used as storage media enables solid video performance
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