Panasonic FS-100-250 250GB Portable DTE Recorder
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The Panasonic FS-100-250 by Focus Enhancements is a direct-to-edit (DTE) digital video recorder designed specifically for the Panasonic AG-HVX200 P2 camcorder. The FS-100-250 is armed with a 250GB hard drive which can record up to 250 minutes of DVCPRO HD 1080p footage.
The device records all DVCPRO50/HD footage to Panasonic's standard MXF file and can be hooked up directly into your non linear editing system via FireWire. The benefit of direct-to-edit recording is limitless. After recording your footage, simply hook the drive to your computer and you are ready to start cutting. This workflow can be very helpful for news gathering, where broadcast ready footage is time critical.
- AG-HVX200 Compatible
- This device is the perfect compliment to Panasonic's P2 HD camera, the AG-HVX200. The FS-100-250 can record all DVCPRO HD formats along with both standard definition formats, DVCPRO 50 and DV. 1
- High Capacity
- The 250 GB hard drive at the core of the FS-100-250 can be used for extended record times. This is perfect for event videography and documentary film making. The FS-100-250 can record 1.5 hours of high definition footage! If more time is needed, simply link two or more together.
- Robust Design
- The FS-100-250 is designed to withstand wear and tear during field recording. The robust power system is reinforced with a ten second buffer to ensure data is recorded without a hitch. No matter where your project takes you, rest easy knowing the FS-100-250 will be ready to take on whatever the environment throws its way.
- No More Capturing
- The FS-100-250 mounts directly to your digital video camera, allowing you to transfer your video directly to its hard drive. After shooting, connect the FS-100 to your computer and you are ready to edit.
- DTE Technology
- Direct To Edit (DTE) Technology lets you record from your camcorder to the FS-100-250 hard drive while you shoot. The FS-100-250 works with several DV NLE systems for convenience.
| Video System | NTSC, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, DV |
| Configuration | Portable |
| Technology | DTE Technology (Direct To Edit) |
| Audio |
DVCPRO HD: Embedded 4-channel (48 kHz, 16-bit) DVCPRO: Embedded 4-channel (48 kHz, 16-bit) DV: Embedded 2-channel (48 kHz, 16-bit) or 4-channel (32 kHz, 12-bit) 1 Please Note:4-channel (12-bit, 32 kHz) Audio is Supported Only in DTE Technology with RawDV File Format close |
| Video |
DVCPRO HD: 4:2:2, 8-bit, 6.7:1 Compression, 100 Mb/s; 1080 60i (30P, 24P, 24PA); 720 60P (30P, 24P, 24pN) DVCPRO 50: 4:2:2, 8-bit, 3.3:1 Compression, 50 Mb/s; 480 60i (30P, 24P, 24PA) DV/DVCPRO: 4:1:1, 8-bit, 5:1 Compression, 25 Mb/s 480 60i (30P, 24P, 24PA) |
| Recording |
DV/DVCPRO: RawDV, AVI Type 1, AVI Type 2, AVI Type 2 24p, Matrox
AVI, Canopus AVI, QuickTime, QuickTime 24p, Avid OMF, Pinnacle AVI, P2 MXF DVCPRO 50 and DVCPRO HD: P2 MXF |
| Playback |
Play Pause Stop Forward Index Back Index Multi-Speed Fast Forward Rewind |
| Hard Drive |
Internal Disk Type: 250GB, 8MB Cache Disk Format: FAT32; FS-100 |
| File Transfer Method | FireWire |
| Interface | Panel: Back Lit LCD Display, Buttons Front Mounted |
| Controls | Buttons to Control Playback and Recording, as well as Fast Forward and Rewind |
| Input and Output Connectors |
FireWire: Video, Computer GPI and Remote |
| Time Code | Embedded SMPTE or DV Drop Frame or Non-Drop Frame |
| Mounting | Optional Cradle with Camera Mount |
| Compatible Camcorders |
Panasonic: AG-HVX200 (JAPAN NTSC), AG-HVX200P (US NTSC) AG-DVC7 AG-DVC30 AG-DVC60 AG-DVX100 AJ-SDC905 |
| Power Requirements | 15VDC |
| Power Consumption | 7.5W |
| Environmental Requirements | 14-104°F (-10-40°C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.6 x 5.6 x 3.7" (4 x 14.2 x 9.5cm) |
| Weight | 1 lbs (0.5 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Pros
- Easy to use (3)
- Highly compatible (3)
- Professional quality (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (3)
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Panasonic FS-100-250 250GB Portable DTE Recorder:
I have had free access to a friends HVX 200 for some time, but never took advantage of it because I shoot docmentaries and he had only one 16gig P2 card. I cannot deal with the laborious P2 card copying and need to shoot for hours at a time in the field. At my urging he bought the 250 gig firestore and it has been a godsend.I recently shot two 2-hour interviews recording directly to it and it was flawless. It was easy to setup and use with very little manual reading.And the best part- it records in QT format and drags directly into FCP!!!!!![$] for 250 gigs its about 1/4 the cost of P2 cards and easier to use.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Battery drains quickly
- Does get hot
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Panasonic FS-100-250 250GB Portable DTE Recorder:
Shooting with HDX900, some clients have asked for P2 and the FS100-250 is great add-on to the camera and the client has found it easier than having to continously download full casrds to make space for recording. Panasonic has also designed the pairing to allow for tape backup while shooting in case there is a hard drive problem.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Limited Compatibility
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Panasonic FS-100-250 250GB Portable DTE Recorder:
If you don't mind having something extra connected onto your camera, then this will be a good buy for someone who love to shoot in DVCPRO HD. The P2 cards are expensive and doesn't provide many gigabytes to work with. Nothing could be worst when you buy an HVX200 and not able to shoot your projects in HD because of gigabyte spaces. Although the p2 cards are slick and minimize less things being attach onto your camera; I would still recommend going with a FS-100-250 because it will save you time at onsite shoots and for logging and transferee. You can even edit your video from the unite itself in post production.
Comments about Panasonic FS-100-250 250GB Portable DTE Recorder:
The amount of storage is great per cost, but the thing comes with a manual that is thicker than the HVX camera I bought it for. Worse, is that it has a fan built in that sounds like a computer is in the room and it only goes from loud to louder as it gets hotter. If you're shooting a long conference where your audio is coming in a direct feed from a distant mike, you're fine, but for on set production, it's cumbersome too.
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What's in the Box
- 6-Pin to 4-Pin Right Angle FireWire Cable
- Belt-Clip
- Quick Start Guide
- Power Supply
- Li-Ion Battery
- Removable Pack
- 2-Year Warranty
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