The PDW-U1 also supports the use of Dual Layer XDCAM media. Recording onto Dual Layer discs (50GB) is a feature of a range of new Sony products, including the PDW-F355 and PDW-F335 XDCAM HD camcorders, and the PDW-F75 XDCAM HD deck.

This product comes with the full PrimeSupport package. That’s fast, hassle-free repairs, a helpline offering expert technical advice, and a free loan unit while yours is repaired. Plus the peace of mind that Sony is looking after your equipment – and your business.

Standard IT interface
The PDW-U1 uses a standard USB2.0 interface - found on all the latest PC's and Mac's. Simply 'plug and play'

Full XDCAM compatibility
The PDW-U1 can be used with all available XDCAM SD & HD recording formats. (DVCAM / MPEG IMX / MPEG HD)

Dual Layer Ready
The PDW-U1 houses a drive that supports both Single layer (23GB) and Dual layer (50GB) media[br]- Dual layer discs allow over 3 hours of DVCAM and over 4 hours of MPEG HD to be recorded at 18Mb/s, and more than 145 minutes at 35Mb/s.

Affordability
The PDW-U1 is the most affordable deck in the XDCAM product line-up.

Easy integration with industry leading partners
The PDW-U1 will offer full interoperability with leading editing systems.

Portability
Lightweight and Portable. This unit can be used in the office or in the field

Bundled Utilities (PC & MAC)
Allowing the user to manage drive data including multi-clip access (Proxy or Hi-res) using the PC viewer.