Multi-format HD/SD system records in 1080/59.94p, 1080/50i, 720/60p, 720/59.94p and 720/50p Converts from a VariCam 50p recording (over 60p) source with native 720p/50 or PAL output. IEEE 1394 firewire input/output interface transfers DVCPRO HD native video to NLE systems without image quality degradation. HD-SDI input/output and SDI output for applications such as line recording and in-studio production. Built-in up/down/cross converter for playing back DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV/DVCAM tapes and for outputting a converted HD signal. Supports assemble/insert editing with 9-pin remote control and IEEE 1394. Supports VANC metadata (UMID, CC, etc.) Multi-format HD/SD system records in 1080/59.94p, 1080/50i, 720/60p, 720/59.94p and 720/50p Supports Encoder Remote (component style/composite style). 64 minutes of recording time on an AJ-P126L cassette. Accepts DVCPRO (L/M) and Mini-DV cassettes (AJ-CS455 cassette adaptor required for Mini-DV cassette playback.) Compact and lightweight, AC or DC operation. High-quality 16-bit digital audio with up to eight embedded channels.