TheADVC55 is a small compact analogue to digital converter.  It only does one way - analogue in - DV out - so it is best used for taking your analogue footage and recording it into a DV based system.

It can be powered by a 6 pin FireWire port and therefore does not need a separate mains supply. If using with a laptop please check that your laptop has a powered FireWire port as many do not.

For systems without powered firewire connections, a mains adaptor is available separately for £23 +VAT.

This is now the cheapest two-way high quality analogue<>digital converter we have.

The ADVC110 can convert analogue to DV and DV to analogue. The ADVC110 is designed so that it can draw its power from the computer's FireWire socket, so you do not need a mains adaptor (one is available separately if your firewire socket is not powered). This obviously means fewer cables and less mess!

If using with a laptop please check that your laptop has a powered FireWire port as many do not.

The mains adaptor is £23 +VAT extra.

For a limited period the ADVC-110 includes a free copy of Edius Neo. This means you not only have a device to convert old footage into DV, but also a comprehensive editing program with inbuilt DVD writing! For more information on Edius Neo visit our Edius pages.

One of the best converters for transferring VHS to DV, as it has an inbuilt timebase corrector to clean up your footage.

Why would you need a timebase corrector?

Tape deteriorates with age. When this happens the footage can become very 'jumpy' during playback. If this happens it is difficult to digitize into your computer. A TimeBase Corrector (TBC) will help to smooth out this footage and make it usable. If you buy a converter without a TBC you may not be able to capture old, unstable footage.

It is possible to buy a separate TBC so if you do buy an converter without one then it is not the end of the world, but if capturing old footage (10-20 years old) it may be a good idea to opt for this all-in-one unit.

TheADVC300 does conversions both ways, with SVIDEO and composite in and out, and now includes a cable to give you component output for better quality

For a limited period the ADVC-300 includes a free copy of Edius Neo. This means that you not only have a device to convert old footage into DV, but also a comprehensive editing program with inbuilt DVD writing! For more information on Edius Neo visit our Edius pages.

Broadcast-quality Bidirectional Analogue/Digital Video Conversion

ADVC®700 is a bidirectional analogue/DV video converter with Grass Valley® PerfectSync technology to ensure impeccable conversion of every frame. A 19-inch breakout box with component video, composite, S-Video, and balanced and unbalanced audio I/O, ADVC700 offers an extraordinary set of high-end features. RS-422 signal conversion facilitates capture from professional VTRs using standard DV editing software with DV device control. Reference input and LTC time code input/output can be utilized to create a professional video editing system with editors or switchers. Locked audio prevents gaps in audio/video synchronization. The front panel includes an accessible jog dial for changing settings while viewing the LCD display.

Perfect Signal Synchronization: Grass Valley "PerfectSync"

ADVC700 not only incorporates the same video conversion technology present in the entire ADVC family of products, providing excellent reproduction of the source video footage, but also features PerfectSync technology. PerfectSync controls and synchronizes the transfer rate of IEEE 1394 communication with an external reference signal. This prevents skipped and duplicate frames and produces perfect conversion of all frames during analogue/DV conversion.

Many of the current analogue/DV converters adjust the output by skipping and/or duplicating frames in order to synchronize the DV signal to an external sync signal's frame frequency. In these converters, there is no guarantee that all input frames will output to DV accurately without frame repetition and/or frame drops. Since ADVC700 is primarily designed for studio environments, frame accuracy is essential for accurate offline/online editing. With PerfectSync, this is assured.

VTR Control by AV/C-RS422 Conversion

ADVC700 converts DV device control signals to RS422, to control an external VTR. Such control makes it possible to take in data from professional VTRs such as Digital Betacam from any standard DV editing software that features DV device control.

Professional Video System Input

Reference input and LTC input/output can be utilized to create a professional video editing system with editors or switchers.

• Reference Input
• LTC input/output
• Reciprocal TC conversions (LTC, VITC, DV TC)

Analogue Video Input Filtering

ADVC700 also features built-in analogue filtering technology to improve the quality of analogue video input during conversion. Filtering options include 3D Y/C separation, 3D noise reduction, 2D Y and 2D C noise reduction, black/white gain adjust and horizontal/vertical outline enhancement.

Proven DV Codec Technology

At the heart of ADVC700 is the innovative Grass Valley DV codec chip, providing the industry's highest picture quality preservation during analogue-to-DV conversion and locked audio support for perfect audio and video synchronization at all times.

Advanced Usability

ADVC700 is quickly configurable. The front-side dial and LCD display feature controls for Video and Audio I/O selection, aspect ratio, audio sample rates, audio delay, reference sync, RS422 control, color bar output, PerfectSync adjustments and more. ADVC700 can operate as a stand-alone device not requiring a computer, while keeping any preprogrammed settings.

Features:

• Bidirectional analogueue/DV conversion with component, composite, S-Video, and balanced and unbalanced audio I/O
• Grass Valley® PerfectSync technology eliminates signal disturbances, frame skips and duplications for perfect conversion of every frame
• Converts DV device control signals to RS-422 for professional VTR control
• Reference input and LTC time code I/O
• Locked audio ensures audio/video synchronization
• Quick configuration using front panel jog dial and LCD status and settings display
• 1U 19-inch rack mount design
• NTSC and PAL compatible
• Windows® and Mac OS® compatible

Technical Specifications:

Video Formats: NTSC: 720x480 @ 29.97fps, * PAL/SECAM*: 720x576 @ 25fps, * SECAM input only
Audio Formats: 2-channel 48kHz 16-bit, 2-channel 32kHz 16-bit, 12-bit (input for two channels only)
Digital Video Input/Output: 1 x 4-pin FireWire, 1 x 6-pin FireWire
Analogue Video Input: Component (YUV) via BNC, S-Video, composite
Analogue Video Output: Component (YUV) via BNC, S-Video, composite
Analogue Audio Input (balanced): XLR-3-31 (female) (1-gnd 2-hot 3-cold)
Analogue Audio Output (balanced): XLR-3-32 (male) (1-gnd 2-hot 3-cold)
Analogue Audio Input (unbalanced): 1 x stereo (RCA)
Analogue Audio Output (unbalanced): 1 x stereo (RCA)
Peak Meters: 48dB to 0dB(FS) display, 17dB to 0dB(FS) peak hold
Timecode: 1 x BNC LTC input, 1 x BNC LTC output
REF In: 2 x BNC B.B. input (input and loop thru, automatic 75 Ohm ON/OFF), Analogue video output with REF sync available
Device Control: D-sub 9-pin (female) RS422A, AV/C - RS422A command conversion feature.
Power: DC-12V, 2A (AC adapter)
Unit Dimensions: Width 430mm x Depth 245mm x Height 44mm

For a limited period the ADVC-700 includes a free copy of Edius Neo. This means that you not only have a device to convert old footage into DV, but a comprehensive editing program with inbuilt DVD writing as well! For more information on Edius Neo visit our Edius pages.

The Canopus ADVC-1000 converts SDI to DV and vice versa. What is the difference between this box and the como1394? The Canopus ADVC1000 and the COMO DV-1394 converters both convert SDI to DV and DV to SDI and therefore can be used to edit material from a Digital Betacam or SDI equipped player / recorder on a DV based edit system. Although both converters are the same price they have very different features. In addition to SDI the Como device also offers component, Y/C and Composite in and out but the Canopus ADVC1000 only offers SDI. This makes the Como a more sensible choice for a varied environment, where flexibility is key. The Como can be connected to Betacam SP, Hi 8 and even VHS decks. The Canopus SDI Converter may not offer all the other analogue possibilities but it makes up for this by being the only converter we know to offer Embedded Audio Conversion as part of the SDI signal.  The Audio can therefore be taken through the single BNC connector rather than separately as would have to happen with the Como. The Canopus ADVC 1000 claims to have an elaborate system to ensure frames are not duplicated or corrupted called “PerfectSync” (patent pending). This relates to external video frequency synchronization rather than Audio Sync. Both Devices offer RS422 machine control and Timecode support but an additional lead is required for this.

ADVC1000 Front view

ADVC1000 back view

For a limited period the ADVC-1000 includes a free copy of Edius Neo. This means that you not only have a device to convert old footage into DV, but a comprehensive editing program with inbuilt DVD writing as well! For more information on Edius Neo visit our Edius pages.

Grass Valley ADVC-3000
The Ultimate Standard Definition Video Converter

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Offering the widest video device connectivity options in any ADVC product to date, Grass Valley ADVC3000, engineered by Canopus, provides instant, high-quality bidirectional video conversion between analogue and digital equipment. Combining and enhancing the features of both the ADVC700 and ADVC1000 converters, ADVC3000 can convert between analogue and DV, DV and SD-SDI, and analogue and SD-SDI. Whether you need to convert YUV component video to uncompressed SDI, DV to Y/C S-Video, or simply to de-embed and re-embed audio from a digital video stream, ADVC3000 is designed to meet the conversion requirements of broadcasters, cable operators, video professionals and post-production.

Key Features:

• Connects to all standard definition (SD) video cameras, decks and editing systems
• Bidirectional conversion between analogue and DV, analogue and SD-SDI, and DV and SD-SDI
• Uncompressed 4:2:2 video processing between component and SDI
• Signal generator feature (black burst signal)
• Converts DV device control signals to RS422 for professional VTR control
• Canopus PerfectSync technology eliminates signal disturbances, frame skips and duplications for perfect conversion of every frame
• Compatible with leading editing and DVD authoring applications including Grass Valley EDIUS, Final Cut Pro®, Avid Xpress®, Vegas®, Adobe® Premiere® Pro and more
• Industry-standard digital I/O including SDI, DV and digital audio (AES/EBU)
• YUV component, S-Video and composite video I/O
• XLR balanced and RCA unbalanced audio I/O
• Reference input and LTC time code I/O
• Two RS-422 control channels
• Color bar/1kHz test signal output
• EIA 19 inch rack mount size (2U)

Perfect Signal Synchronization: "PerfectSync" (patent pending)

ADVC3000 not only incorporates the same video conversion technology present in the entire ADVC family of products, providing excellent reproduction of the source video footage, but also features PerfectSync technology. PerfectSync controls and synchronizes the transfer rate of IEEE 1394 communication with an external reference signal. This prevents skipped and duplicate frames and produces perfect conversion of all frames during analogue/DV and SDI/DV conversion.

Many of the current DV converters adjust the output by skipping and/or duplicating frames in order to synchronize the DV signal to an external sync signal's frame frequency. In these converters, there is no guarantee that all input frames will output to DV accurately without frame repetition and/or frame drops. Since ADVC3000 is primarily designed for studio environments, frame accuracy is essential for accurate offline/online editing. With PerfectSync, this is assured.

VTR Control by AV/C-RS422 Conversion
ADVC3000 converts DV device control signals to RS422, to control an external VTR. Such control makes it possible to take in data from up to two professional VTRs, such as Digital Betacam, from any standard DV editing software that features DV device control.

Professional Video System Input
Reference input and LTC input/output can be utilized to create a professional video editing system with editors or switchers.

• Reference Input
• LTC input/output
• Reciprocal TC conversions (LTC, DVITC, DV)
• Frame accurate timecode conversion for LTC/DVITC/RS-422 to DV output
• DVITC line setting / automatic line detection

Comprehensive Audio Functionality
ADVC3000 can pass through or embed up to four channels of audio through the SDI output, making it possible to transfer professional level video/audio signals and connect to long distance transmission systems. ADVC3000 can also de-embed the audio from SDI input out to AES/EBU terminals, to support multi-channel audio operation with a professional audio mixer.

Other audio control features include individual digital audio peak meters, individual analogue audio level knobs, balanced audio input/output headroom/level/600ohm termination, down-mixed two-channel output for audio monitoring, and the ability to combine video and audio from two difference sources and output to a single DV stream, complete with audio delay adjustment.

analogue Video Input Filtering
ADVC3000 also features built-in analogue filtering technology to improve the quality of analogue video input during conversion. Filtering options include 3D Y/C separation*, 3D noise reduction*, 2D Y and 2D C noise reduction, black/white gain adjust and horizontal/vertical outline enhancement.

*NTSC only

Proven DV Codec Technology
At the heart of ADVC3000 is the innovative Canopus DV codec chip, providing the industry's highest picture quality preservation during analogue-to-DV conversion, and locked audio support for perfect audio and video synchronization at all times.

Advanced Usability
ADVC3000 is quickly configurable. The front-side dial and LCD display feature controls for Video and Audio I/O selection, aspect ratio, audio sample rates, audio delay, reference sync, RS422 control, color bar output, PerfectSync adjustments and more.

ADVC3000 can operate as a stand-alone device not requiring a computer, while keeping any preprogrammed settings.

Technical Specifications:

Video Formats: * PAL/SECAM*: 720x576 @ 25fps, * NTSC: 720x480 @ 29.97fps * SECAM analogue input only
Digital Video Input/Output (DV): * 1 x 4-pin FireWire, * 1 x 6-pin FireWire
Digital Video Input (SDI): * 2 x BNC (SD-SDI and Active Loop-through, SMPTE 259M-C)
Digital Video Output (SDI): * 2 x BNC (SD-SDI, SMPTE 259M-C)
Analogue Video Input: * 3 x BNC (Y/Pb/Pr), * 1 x 4-pin miniDIN (S-Video), * 1 x BNC (Composite)
Analogue Video Output: * 3 x BNC (Y/Pb/Pr), * 1 x 4-pin miniDIN (S-Video), * 1 x BNC (Composite)
Digital Audio Input: SDI, * Embedded audio (SMPTE 272M-A),
AES/EBU: * 2 x BNC (channel 1/2, channel 3/4), * 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 16-bit, 20-bit, 24-bit, (unlocked/locked, converted to 48kHz locked)
DV: * 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48KHz, 16bit, 2-channel (unlocked/locked), * 32kHz, 12-bit, 4-channel (unlocked/locked)
Digital Audio Output: SDI, * Embedded audio (SMPTE 272M-A);
AES/EBU: * 2 x BNC (channel 1/2, channel 3/4)
DV: * 48kHz, 16-bit, 2-channel (locked), * 32kHz, 12-bit, 4-channel (locked)
Analogue Audio Input (balanced): 4 x 3-pin XLR (channel 1 to channel 4, 600 Ohm termination can be turned On/Off)
Analogue Audio Output (balanced): 4 x 3-pin XLR (channel 1 to channel 4)
Analogue Audio Input (unbalanced): 1 x RCA stereo
Analogue Audio Output (unbalanced): 1 x RCA pair (channel 1, channel 2), 1 x RCA stereo pair (for monitoring only)
Timecode: 1 x BNC LTC input, 1 x BNC LTC output, DVITC input (split from SD-SDI input, VITC from analogue input is not supported), DVITC output (embedded to SD-SDI output, line selection available)
Reference Input/Output: 2 x BNC Black Burst input (input and loop through, automatic 75 Ohm termination On/Off), 1 x BNC Black Burst output
Device Control: 2 x D-SUB 9-pin (female) RS422A, AV/C - RS422A command conversion feature
Unit Dimensions: Width 430mm x Depth 270mm x Height 88mm, 19-inch 2U rack mount size

Features:

• Provides analogue and DV input/output compatibility for leading editing and DVD authoring applications.
• Connects to all widely used analogue and DV cameras and decks.
• Compatible with Windows and Mac OS computers.
• Provides the industry’s highest quality analogue-to-DV and DV-to-analogue video conversion with locked audio support.
• Provides video output to a monitor or television while editing.
• Features adjustable brightness, contrast, saturation, hue and sharpness controls on analogue video input.
• The broadest editing software support and video equipment compatibility ensures a longer product life and a high return on investment.
• Encoding and authoring of fully interactive DVD titles with Ulead® DVD MovieFactory™ SE
• Three-year warranty.

HD-SDI/SD-SDI-to-Component Signal Conversion

ADVCHDSC1 is an SDI-to-component signal converter that converts HD-SDI signals to HD component output or SD-SDI signals to SD component output. ADVCHDSC1 provides instant output of HD content to affordable HD component displays, such as HDTVs and RGB computer monitors, and SD content to component, S-Video and composite displays. ADVCHDSC1 also incorporates a sync generator for both HD (Tri-Level sync) and SD (Black Burst), making this unit an ideal tool for video editing studios. Optional rackmount kit available.

ADVCHDSC1: Key Features

• Converts HD-SDI to HD component (YPbPr or RGB)
• Converts SD-SDI to SD component (YPbPr or RGB), S-Video and composite
• Converts HD/SD-SDI embedded audio to unbalanced analog audio
• Sync Generator for SD (Black Burst) and HD (Tri-Level Sync)
• Automatic signal detection of video input
• Convenient front-panel video format and audio level meter displays
• Solid 8-inch, half-1U rack mount, with optional rack mount kit available

ADVCHDSC1 Front


ADVCHDSC1 Rear

Additional Features

In addition to HD-SDI and SD-SDI conversion, ADVCHDSC1 also offers several unique features, including Embedded audio support, conversion of SD-SDI to S-Video and composite, HD-SDI conversion to RGB for PC monitors that feature BNC inputs, and front panel displays for video format and audio level outputs. ADVCHDSC1 automatically detects the video format currently being input, and supports SDI signal pass-through.

ADVCHDSC1 is a solid 8-inch, half-1U rackmount unit, with outputs for YPbPr, RGB, S-Video and composite. The unbalanced RCA stereo output can be configured to output any pair of eight-channel embedded audio via the front control panel. An optional 19-inch rackmount kit is available to install the ADVCHDSC1 unit into a standard A/V rack.

ADVCHDSC1: Specifications

Package Contents:

ADVCHDSC1 unit

• AC adapter
• User manual

Technical Specifications:

Supported Video Formats: HD

• 1080/60i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/24PsF, 1080/23.38PsF
• 1035/60i, 1035/59.94i
• 720/60p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p

SD

• 525/59.94i (NTSC)
• 625/50i (PAL)

Digital Video Input

• 1 x BNC (HD/SD-SDI SMPTE 292M compliant)

Digital Video Output (pass-through)

• 1 x BNC (HD/SD-SDI SMPTE 292M compliant)

Analog Video Output

• 5 x BNC (component - Y,Pb,Pr / RGB - R,G,B, H-Sync, V-Sync)*
• 1 x 4-pin miniDIN (S-Video)
• 1 x BNC (composite)
• 1 x RCA (composite)

*Sync on green supported
Digital Audio Input

• Embedded audio SMPTE 299/272M-A

Analog Audio Output

• 2 x RCA (unbalanced stereo)
• Output channel selectable (Ch1/2, Ch3/4, Ch5/6, Ch7/8, Mix)

Sync Generator Output Signal

• Black Burst Sync: 525/59.94i (NTSC), 625/50i (PAL)
• Tri-Level Sync: 1080/60i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/24PsF, 1080/23.38PsF, 720/60p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p

USB Connector

• 1 x USB (for firmware updates via a PC)

Unit Dimensions

• Width 215mm x Depth 241mm x Height 44mm

Realtime HD-SDI/HDV Conversion is Here!

The Grass Valley ADVCHDM1 converter, engineered by Canopus, brings the world-renowned ADVC lineup into the high definition world, providing editors with high-quality bidirectional conversion between HD-SDI and HDV, complete with embedded audio. ADVCHDM1 not only lets you easily and instantly convert HD-SDI output to HDV and ingest HDV material into HD-SDI systems for archiving, but it can also encode HD MPEG-2 transport streams up to a full 1920x1080 resolution, using any one choice of eight different bitrate settings that best suits your workflow. And as always with an ADVC product, you’re assured of platform-agnostic support, whether using a Windows- or Mac OS-based NLE application, NTSC or PAL video, or a camera, deck, or video editing board.

ADVCHDM1: Key Features

• Converts HD-SDI to HDV with embedded audio
• Converts HDV to HD-SDI with embedded audio
• Encode MPEG-2 transport streams with a choice of eight different bitrate settings, from 11Mbps to 40Mbps
• Supports HD video resolutions up to and including 1920x1080
• Input external timecode when encoding HDV
• Control HD-SDI decks via HDV and vice versa, with AV/C-RS422 device control conversion
• Simple, two-button control for encoding/decoding and timecode mode via the front panel
• Perfect for recording from HD-SDI sources to a Grass Valley Turbo iDDR
• Compatible with Windows- and Mac OS-based NLE software applications that support HDV/HD-SDI
• Can be used as a stand-alone bidirectional HD-SDI/HDV video converter without needing a computer
• Solid 8-inch, half-1U rack mount, with optional rack mount kit available

ADVCHDM1 Front


ADVCHDM1 Rear

ADVCHDM1: Specifications

• ADVCHDM1 converter unit
• AC adapter
• User manual
• 1 x FireWire cable (4-pin – 6-pin)

• 1 x 4-pin FireWire
• 1 x 6-pin FireWire

• 2 x BNC (HD-SDI and active loop-through, SMPTE 292M）

• 2 x BNC (HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M)

• Embedded Audio Input (SMPTE 299M ch1, ch2 only）
• Embedded Audio Output (SMPTE 299M stereo 16-bit/48kHz/Locked）

• 1 x BNC LTC input
• 1 x BNC LTC output
• DVITC input (HD-SDI de-embedded)
• DVITC output (HD-SDI embedded)

• 1 x 9-pin D-Sub RS-422A (Control)
• 1 x 9-pin D-Sub RS-422A (Device)
• 1 x 9-pin D-Sub RS-232C (external control)
• Only one control port can be in use at any one time

• HD1: 720/59.94p, 720/50p (Video bitrate: 18.3Mbps; Audio stream: stereo MPEG Audio Layer 2 384kbps)
• HD2 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i (Video bitrate: 25Mbps; Audio stream: stereo MPEG Audio Layer 2 384kbps)

• Video bitrate: 11, 14, 16, 18, 20, 25, 30, 40Mbps
• Audio stream: MPEG Audio Layer 2, 384kbps

• HD1: 720/30p, 720/25p
• HD2: 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i

• Profile/Level: MP@HL, MP@H14
• Resolution/Frame Rate: 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p

• Width 215mm x Depth 240mm x Height 44mm

Scan Converter- NEW

Scan Converter - NEW

The Thomson Grass Valley ADVC-HD50 converter lets you instantly convert uncompressed HD video and audio from HDMI devices to the HDV format, output via IEEE 1394 FireWire, for use in your nonlinear editor of choice. Carrying on the design philosophy already present with standard definition (SD) ADVC products, the ADVC-HD50 converter sports a sleek, portable design with an emphasis on simplicity and compatibility; the converter does not require any drivers or software to set up, and is compatible with both PC- and Mac-based editors.

The ADVC-HD50 converter will convert any uncompressed HDMI source, such as an AVCHD camcorder, to the HDV format for easier editing. This also reduces the need for a high-performance system or costly hard disk drive storage configurations to work with uncompressed HD video. The converter may also be used to convert non-HDCP-protected video from other HDMI sources, such as game consoles and set-top boxes.