The Sony HVR-M25AU is an HDV format VTR ideally used with desktop editing workstations. The VTR performs a wide range of professional applications. The deck can play back both NTSC/PAL signals, as well as 720p. The unit records Sony's 1080i as well as DV and DVCAM. High definition can be recorded with either Mini DV tapes or the larger standard size cassettes for record times up to 276 minutes in HDV and DV mode.
The HVR-M25AU can output to High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), which supports an uncompressed signal for unmatched image quality. Additional features include advanced time code settings, assignable buttons, and a front mounted 2.5" LCD.
| Standards | NTSC/PAL |
| Recording Format |
HDV 1080i specification (MPEG2 Long GOP, CBR, 25Mb/s, MPEG-2 MP@H14) MPEG-1 Audio Layer2 (2 channel, 16-bit, 48 KHz) or MPEG-2 Audio Layer2 (4 channel, 16-bit, 48 KHz) DVCAM/DV(SP) Linear PCM (2 channel, 16-bit, 48 KHz) |
| Playback Format |
HDV: 1080/59.94i/50i, 23.98P, 29.97P, 25P DVCAM, DV SP: 480/59.94i, 576/50i |
| Recording Frame Rate |
HDV (i.LINK input) 1440 x 1080/59.94i/50i, 29.97P,23.98P, 25P DVCAM/DV 480/59.94i |
| Tape Format | HDV, DVCAM and DV (in SP Mode) |
| Tape Speed |
HDV: 18.8 mm/s DVCAM: 28.193 mm/s DV: 18.8 mm/s |
| Maximum Recording Time |
DV/HDV: 276 min DVCAM: 184 min |
| Audio Signal Format | 16 bit/48kHz |
| Input and Output Connectors |
Component: BNC (x1 Output) Composite: BNC (x1 Input, Output) S-Video: 4-Pin (x1 Input, Output) Control S: Interface LANC Interface HDMI i.LINK: 6-Pin FireWire Headphone Connection |
| Power Requirements | 120 VAC, 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 11W |
| Operating Temperature | 41-104°F (5-40°C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 8.4 x 3.5 x 15.4" (21.3 x 8.8 x 39 cm) |
| Weight | 9.8 lb (4.4 kg) |