Combining 24-bit/96kHz multichannel recording on a rugged, removable HDD with simultaneous multi-format DVD±R/RW/DVD-RAM/CD-R/RW recording to an external device, PORTADRIVE is the logical replacement for timecode DAT.
Because PORTADRIVE records audio in either AES31-3 or Pro Tools V5 session formats (using BWF or SDII audio files respectively), transferring recorded data directly to Mac or PC workstations is easy and fast using the PDRDSUF Fire/Wire/USB Docking Station.
All around the world, PORTADRIVE-equipped film and TV sound mixers are getting the big calls, as productions enjoy the considerable creative benefits and workflow efficiencies that only PORTADRIVE can deliver
- Rugged, all in one, portable 8-channel hard disk (HD) audio recorder
- 3 comprehensively equipped 6-into-2 digital mixers built-in
- Session based recording using either AES31-3 ADL or Pro Tools V5 formats, simplifying production workflow
- Over 4 hours of uncompressed 8-channel 24-bit/96kHz or around 20 hours of 4-channel 24-bit/48kHz recording on removable 40GB HD
- Optional 80GB HD doubles recording times
- Advanced NPL7 Lithium Ion rechargeable battery delivers power for approximately 3 hours continuous use
- Simultaneous recording of mono or stereo rushes to external CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW or DVD-RAM
- UDF format support for DVD-RAM enables PORTADRIVE recordings to be played on Fostex DV40 and DV 824 devices
- 6 high gain, very low noise microphone balanced XLR-3 inputs with individual phantom powering, 'gangable' limiters, input pads, high pass filter (HPF), and phase reverse
- Mic inputs also feature adjustable delays to correct microphone time alignment
- 8 balanced line inputs
- Dual analog balanced stereo outputs
- 8-channel AES input and output, stereo SPDIF input and output
- M/S decoding available on inputs and outputs
- Advanced power management
- Built-in battery charging circuitry
- 8-channel metering with clip and limiting indicators
- Built-in slate mic and tone generator
- Extensive headphone monitoring capability including designated 6-into-2 mixer
- 6 multi-function rotary encoders
- 10 second pre-record buffer
- Top and front panel LCD and control interfaces
- Comprehensive timecode and synchronization capability
- Supports tri-level synchronization for compatibility with HDTV technology
- 2.5" HDD in robust removable caddy ensures extremely reliable recording
- HD compatible with both PC and Mac platforms (FAT32, HFS)
- Records in industry-standard BWF or SDII audio formats
- Metadata (scene, take, comments) can be stored and transferred with audio files
- Comprehensive iXML implementation
- SCSI interface
- USB2.0 (USB1 compatible) port for high speed data transfer between the PORTADRIVE and a computer
- Ethernet port for file transfer and upgrades
- Comprehensive remote control via RS422 (Sony P2) and parallel remote socket
- PS2 for connecting keyboard to ease logging / labelling
- Optional 5.25" PDRDSUF FireWire/USB Docking Station allows high speed file transfer to Mac/PC workstations
- Optional 5.25" PDRDS Docking Station allows removable HD caddy to be plugged directly into a computer drive bay or external drive enclosure
- Optional DC-powered PDRDVDBU multi-format DVD-R/CD-R back-up unit for recording or backing up on location
