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Sony Blank High-definition Mini DV Tape (2-pack)

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Sony's premium quality DVM-63HDR high-definition Mini DV tapes are the ideal choice for use in today's HD camcorders. They deliver accurate color and sharp detail with significantly fewer errors and dropouts than standard Mini DV media. These ultra-low-noise cassettes feature 63 minutes of recording time and an advanced evaporated metal tape formulation for increased durability and performance. Includes two tapes.

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  • designed for High-definition Mini DV recording
  • records in HDV or DV
  • 63 minutes recording time in 1080i
  • 63 minutes recording time in 720p or DV (SP mode); 94 minutes (LP mode)
  • Advanced Metal Evaporated tape technology
  • 3db higher carrier-to-noise ratio than standard Mini DV tape
  • warranty: 90 days
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  • Two DVM63 Digital HD mini-DV tapes
  • 2 Clear plastic case
  • 9 Self-adhesive labels (2 for the spine of the Mini DV tape/1 for the face of the Mini DV tape/6 Case labels)

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Overview: The Sony DVM63HDR high definition (HD) DVC tape offers the highest quality recording media for the consumer making the step-up to an HD camcorder. This tape is the recommended media for Sony Handycam HD camcorders. Independent film makers, advertising agencies and other videographers will appreciate the improved image quality, and the professional 63 minute tape duration. The DVM63HDR features 75 percent fewer errors and 50 percent fewer dropouts compared to DV Reference tape (tested on standard Sony DV VCR). It also features a 40% (3db higher) increase in carrier-to-noise ratio, and 50% less tape shrinkage than the standard DV reference tape. Not only can it be used for High-Definition recording, you can also be used in standard Mini DV players/recorders.

Advanced Metal Evaporated (AME II) Technology: The DVM63HDR features second generation Advanced Meta Evaporated (AME II) technology and improved quality control processes. The magnetic layer is evaporated and then oxidized onto the tape base using a method called Super Oxidation. This brings out the magnetic layer's maximum potential by reducing the size of its metal particles. This, in turn, creates a much smoother tape surface and allows the spacing between the magnet head and magnetic layer to be minimized.

Recording Capability: In the Standard Play mode, this Mini DV tape can record up to 63 minutes. The additional 3-minutes on the DVM63HD tape is for test recording. This helps the user calibrate the camera for best results. You can record the full 63 minutes of 1080i video. When recording in 720p HDV or in DV mode, you can record 94 min in LP and 63 min in SP setting.

 

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Sony Blank High-definition Mini DV Tape (2-pack)

Written By Carlos, Arecibo, P.R. on Wednesday, September 16, 2009
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Very good tape and clear definition.
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