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Grass Valley ADVC-HD50 Real-Time HDMI to HDV Converter

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Grass Valley ADVC-HD50 Real-Time HDMI to HDV Converter
Key Features
  • HDMI to HDV Conversion
  • FireWire Output
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • NTSC & PAL Standards
The ADVC-HD50 Real-Time HDMI to HDV Converter from Grass Valley is a device that can instantly convert uncompressed HD video and audio from HDMI devices to HDV format output via a FireWire connection. This device requires no special software or drivers to use and is compatible with PC and Mac computers and NTSC and PAL standards.
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Grass Valley ADVC-HD50 Overview

The ADVC-HD50 Real-Time HDMI to HDV Converter from Grass Valley is a device that can instantly convert uncompressed HD video and audio from HDMI devices to HDV format output via a FireWire connection. This device requires no special software or drivers to use and is compatible with PC and Mac computers and NTSC and PAL standards.

This solution is well suited for the creation of video packages from HDMI sources, as well use in game development and 3D art that requires capture from an HDMI source. University and corporate training facilities can use it as a live input source for MediaEdge products. It is also ideal for laptop and desktop users who need an HDMI ingest without internal hardware.

Video Conversion
Use this unit to convert HDMI signals to HDV output via a FireWire connection.
Compatibility
The unit works with both PC and Mac computers, as well as NTSC and PAL standards.
Plug & Play
No special drivers or software is required to use this solution.

Grass Valley ADVC-HD50 Specs

Input
(1) HDMI, type A, v1.1, (HDMI 1.3, HDCP not supported)
Input Resolutions:
1920 x 1080 (59.94i, 50i)
1280 x 720 (59.94p, 50p)
720 x 480 (59.94p)
720 x 576 (50p)
640 x 480 (60p)
Audio Formats:
LPCM 2-channel at 16 to 24 bits, 32/44.1/48kHz
Output
(1) 6-pin FireWire
Output Format:
HDV Mode 1 (720p): 1280 x 720/59.94p, 1280 x 720/50p
HDV Mode 2 (1080i): 1440 x 1080/59.94i, 1440 x 1080/50i
IEC61883-4 MPEG transport stream
Audio Formats:
stereo MPEG-1 audio layer 2 348kbs (multiplexed)
Standards
NTSC, PAL
Power
FireWire bus or 5VDC from EIAJ #2 DC jack
8W
Dimensions
0.9 x 5.98 x 6.02" (23 x 152 x 153mm)
Weight
0.88 lbs (400g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.1 x 6.9 x 2.9"

Grass Valley ADVC-HD50 Reviews

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question

I want to get this to capture video signal from my HDM camera to an older Macbook that has firewire. I am also thinking of the future when I will probably replace the Firewire Macbook with a newer Thunderbolt Macbook. Will this work with a firewire to thunderbolt adapter?
Asked by: Scott
Yes sir. It should work with thunderbolt adapter. Work very well with HDMI camera and MacBook with FireWire
Answered by: Diego B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Will Adobe OnLocation CS5 capture from this converter?
Asked by: Robert
Sorry, I have no idea. I have not been able to get mine to work properly. Very poor instructions for a device at this price.Will try to get mine working in July when my schedule eases a bit. Good luck,Steve
Answered by: Steve B.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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