Sony HVR-M25C and HVR-M15C are the perfect choice for high-quality high-definition production. They support HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV formats for recording and playback, and have downscaling function, which can flexibly choose between standard definition (SD) and high definition (HD) recording according to your production needs. These two tape recorders also support small tape and standard tape, which can extend the recording time to 276 minutes. In addition, they also provide convenient functions such as copying the video and audio content of the original tape and the time code through the i.LINK connection.
The Sony HVR-M25C and HVR-M15C are HDV 1080i tape recorders that support HDV, DVCAM and DV formats and can record on both small and standard magnetic tapes. They offer flexible recording options, including down‑conversion from HD to SD, i.LINK (IEEE 1394) connectivity, HDMI output, and a built‑in 2.7‑inch LCD screen.
The manual details technical specifications, recording and playback formats, interface connections, remote‑control functions, and maintenance features such as automatic repeat, duplicate‑plus copying, and tape‑cleaner usage. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Recording formats | 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL) |
|---|---|
| Maximum tape speed (HDV/DV SP) | 18.812 mm/s |
| Maximum recording time (HDV/DV SP, standard tape) | 276 minutes |
| Power consumption (playback, LCD on) | 12 W |
| Weight | ≈ 4.3 kg |
A standard HDV/DV SP tape can record up to 276 minutes.
The unit provides i.LINK (IEEE 1394), HDMI, component, S‑video and composite video outputs.