This is a professional disc drive unit with the following features: support for reading and writing discs; support for multiple file systems; support for multiple file formats; and security protection function.
The Sony PDW-U1 is a compact, lightweight disc drive unit designed for reading and writing video/audio data. It supports all XDCAM formats, including MPEG HD422, MPEG HD, MPEG IMX, and DVCAM, as well as both single-layer (23.3GB) and dual-layer (50GB) discs. The unit features a High-Speed USB 2.0 interface for easy connection to computers and offers high transfer speeds of up to 120Mbps for reading and 84Mbps for writing.
The manual provides instructions on safety precautions, installation of included software, connecting the unit to a computer, handling discs, and operating the drive. It also details the use of specific utility software such as XDCAM Viewer, Proxy Browsing Software, and XDCAM Transfer for previewing, editing, and transferring files on Windows and Macintosh systems. This manual is written in Japanese.
| Interface | High-Speed USB (USB 2.0) |
|---|---|
| Max Read Speed | 120Mbps |
| Max Write Speed | 84Mbps |
It supports all XDCAM formats including MPEG HD422, MPEG HD, MPEG IMX, and DVCAM.
The maximum read speed is 120Mbps.