MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface
The Motu V4HD is a comprehensive plug-and-play I/O package engineered to provide video professionals with the ultimate in conversion and playback. As the V3HD was anchored by the popular and ever-growing DVCPRO HD codec, the V4HD takes the system to the next level by featuring full-raster ProRes 422 support for Apple Final Studio 2.
The V4HD supports an efficient and supported workflow path that will never overtax your system's resources, sparing your computer from the excessive overhead commonly associated with uncompressed HD video.
Whether you are using a desktop or a laptop, the V4HD is an all-in-one solution unmatched by the competition. Featuring simultaneous output support for such standards as HDMI, HD/SD-SDI, HD/SD Component, and more. Lets users monitor footage over virtually any delivery path.
- Cross-Platform Compatability
- The deck can be used on both operating systems, taking advantage of either Apple's Final Cut Pro or Adobe's Premiere Pro. No matter what computer is used, the V4HD has it covered.
- DVCPRO HD Capture and Playback
- Capturing and playing back high definition footage is made easy by using Panasonic's industry-standard DVCPRO HD. The codec provides a streamlined, deliverable high definition editing and finishing format widely used in the industry. Importing both 720 and 1080 couldn't be easier. Real-time up and down conversion makes it easy to view all output formats.
- ProRes 422 Support for Final Cut Studio 2
- The V4HD supports Apple's high quality ProRes, establishing a concrete solution for editing with Final Cut Pro. ProRes preserves original image quality without the large overhead of sprawling files.
- Simultaneous Operation
- The V4HD allows users to view multiple outputs simultaneously. This can be very useful in a variety of finishing applications, while making it easier for editors to monitor their footage whether it's standard or high definition.
- Automatic Pulldown Removal
- Both 2:3 and 2:3:3:2 pulldown insertion removal allows 24fps footage to be viewed without interlacing issues. All of this can be maintained over a bevy of output options.
- Top-Notch Audio Compatiability
- Known for their high quality sound devices, Motu carries over their extensive knowledge in this field to the V4HD. The result is high quality audio over 8-channels with the flexability of optical, digital or analog.
| Type | FireWire Playback/Capture Device |
| Compatible with |
Mac: Apple Final Cut Pro 5.1 or Higher PC: Adobe Premiere Pro CS3 of Higher(PC) |
| Video System | NTSC, NTSCJ, PAL, HDTV |
| Video Formats |
Uncompressed SD 8-Bit/10-Bit DVCPRO25/50 480p23.976, 480i29.97 and 576i25 DVCPROHD (100) 720p 720p23.976, 720p24, 720p25, 720p29.97, 720p30, 720p50, 720p 59.94, 720p60 1080i* 1080p23.976, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080PsF23.976, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080i25, 1080i29.97, 1080i30 ProRes 422 (for Apple Final Cut Studio 2 Only) 1 Please Note:1080i50: 1440 x 1080 |
| Audio Formats |
8-Channel Analog 8-Channel AES/EBU 8-Channel HD/SD-SDI Embedded 8-Channel HDMI Embedded 8-Channel Optical |
| Host Connection | FireWire, FireWire B (FireWire-800) |
| Input and Output Connectors |
SD Component: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output) HD Component: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output) SD-SDI: BNC (x1 Input, x2 Output) HD-SDI: BNC (x1 Input, x2 Output) HDMI (x1 Output) S-Video: 4-Pin Mini DIN (x1 Input, x1 Output) Composite: RCA (x1 Input, x1 Output) Optical Audio: XLR (4x Input, 4x Output, 8-Channels when using Breakout Cable) AES/EBU Audio: XLR (4x Input, 4x Output, 8-Channels when using Breakout Cable) Analog Audio: XLR (4x Input, 4x Output, 8-Channels when using Breakout Cable) FireWire-400: FireWire A, 6-Pin (x1) FireWire-800: FireWire B (x2) Video Ref: BNC USB: USB Type-B (For Firmware Updating Only) Headphone: 1/4" Stereo |
| Real-Time Output | Yes |
| Real-Time Layers | None |
| Hardware Real-Time Effects |
HD to SD down Convert SD to HD up Convert Pull-down Insertion or Removal |
| WYSIWYG Support | None |
| Agency Certifications | None |
| System Requirements |
FireWire Connection using Mac OS X, Windows XP or Windows Vista Operating Systems Mac: Final Cut Pro 5.x or Higher PC: Adobe Premiere Pro 6.x or Higher |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 2RU |
| Weight | 7 lbs (3.1kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (6)
- Professional quality (6)
- Highly compatible (4)
- Improves performance (4)
- Compact (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- In the studio (6)
- Complex projects (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Business owner (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Limited Compatibility
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- In The Studio
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
broadcast studio
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Highly Reliable
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
The V4HD is my "Goto" standards converter. Since the day I installed it it has functioned flawlessly. Not only does is simultaneously down convert our 1080i HD signal to SD SDI, YUV and S-video, It also cross converts our AES streams to analog and mixes them via Cuemix for SD DVD recording.
It has served so well I bought a second one just to handle our stream encoder!
If you are doing anything with video signals you need one...or you will!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- In The Studio
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
We use the V4HD as a HD-SDI to NTSC down converter, HDMI Monitor interface, and record directly into FCP during live switch HD production right off the switcher! It continues to amaze us in how many functions can be executed simultaneously. Editing with a 2.6GHz Core Duo MacBook Pro using FW800 only for the Motu and eSata for the RAID makes an awesomely fast FCP system. (It performs nearly as fast at the desktop system using a PCIe interfaced system.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- In the field
- In The Studio
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
Motu has come a long way since the other issues mentioned before my post. Not only is their support up to par, their device is just great. I own one and plan on purchasing more. There is nothing that allows so much at such a price tag. This unit is exactly the same as the IO HD but better. It does every conversion known to man and it captures Prores and DVCPROHD nativley - no computer processing. WOW!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Does it all
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Perfection
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- In The Studio
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
We use this device in our live setting to get us from Firewire to everywhere! It is our DA for stage monitor, I-mag, and audio and lighting control monitors. It needs a 6th star!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Limited Compatibility
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
Interface every portable video producer needs.
Pros
- Extensive features
- More IO options
- Nice when works
Cons
- Constant reboots
- Hardware fails
- Poor FW800 connect
- Software is buggy
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Not with CS3
- Stand alone mode
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
We've owned 2 V4HD's for 6 months. They are loaded with features that would be hard to replicate in any other unit in this price range, but we've had extensive issues with them working with FCP, and never did get it to work at all with CS3. When it does work with FCP, it works very nicely. But the FW800 interface is plauged by hardware and software issues. The physical FW800 recepticle on two units physically separated from the circuit board and have been returned to the factory. When it fails, the connection to the Mac and FCP becomes intermittent. There are also audio sync issues on playback. Have had to re-load software/firmware several times to restore functionality. Worst of all, the Motu tech support line delivers nothing but a busy signal every time we call, and web support is a pain. We'll be switching to AJA Kona cards on our FCP systems.
Pros
- High Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about MOTU V4HD FireWire Video Interface:
1- To make corporative productions essentially but also pubs and broadcast elements for tv.
2- Quality enhanced a lot of the entire system even if we do not are Hd. We consider it as a big step to HD
3- The non-available interface with Premiere CS4 even if the software has been sold - nobody told that to us.
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- FireWire-400 Cable
- 2-Year Warranty
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