Sony PDW-U1 Operation Manual page 34

drive into the computer, and to write data
files from the computer to the drive.
User data recording mode
User data (files other than XDCAM AV
files) can be recorded on Professional Discs
as PC data via the USB interface. This
allows Professional Discs to be used as data
recording media, with a data storage
capacity of 46 GB (when dual-layer
PFD50DLA discs are used).
Notes
• The maximum number of files that can be
created on a disc is 5,000 for single-layer
discs and 6,000 for dual-layer discs (both
including directories). The maximum
number of clips that can be created on a
disc is 300, for both single-layer and
dual-layer discs.
If this limit is reached, nothing more can
be written to the disc, even if the disc still
has free capacity remaining.
• Directly editing or executing files stored
in the UserData directory may cause an
error depending on the type or settings of
the application.
Specifically, avoid execution of
applications which attempt to create a
temporary work area in the directory and
direct execution of executable files stored
in the directory.
High data transfer rates
The newly-developed optical drive allows
high-speed access (maximum read speed
120 Mbps, maximum write speed 84 Mbps)
from a nonlinear editing system.
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XDCAM preview environment
By using the Content Browser application
software (Windows/Macintosh), you can
easily construct an environment consisting
of this unit and other XDCAM devices that
allows you to preview, transfer, and operate
on XDCAM clips.
Refer to Sony Professional products web site
(page 36) for information about how to install the
application software and about application
functions.
Lightweight and compact
field specification
The unit is designed to be lightweight and
compact for use in the field. The
mechanical construction is highly resistant
to shocks and dust.
Menu operation from a
computer using the utility
software
By installing the utility software in a
computer connected to this unit, you can
make settings or upgrade the unit by means
of menu operations on the computer.