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Home > FireWire Products > Canopus ADVC55 Analog/DV Converter

 Canopus ADVC55 - Analog DV Converter

Thomson Grass Valley
Canopus ADVC-55
Canopus / Grass Valley ADVC55, 602005

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  • The industry's best analog-to-DV video quality
  • Same award winning DV conversion chipset as the more expensive Canopus ADVC110 and ADVC300
  • The ideal solution for capturing from any analog video source into all popular video editing applications
Canopus ADVC55

Retail Value: $229.00
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Canopus ADVC55 - $229.00
Optional ADVC55 Power Adapter - $39.95

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Canopus ADVC55 Analog DV Converter
Highest-Quality Analog to Digital Video Conversion

Just plug the ADVC55 into a FireWire port and capture and edit analog video using your digital video editing software!

  • Convert VHS, S-VHS & Hi8 analog videotapes to DV
  • Compatible with Macs and Windows PCs
  • Compatible with all leading video editing software
  • Converts analog (RCA, S-VHS) to DV video format
  • No need to install drivers or any software applications 
  • Powered by IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connector* 
  • NTSC and PAL compatible 
    * Using the 4-pin IEEE 1394 FireWire connector requires a power adapter
    (sold separately)

Convert VHS, S-VHS, Hi8 and 8mm analog tapes to DV through your FireWire port in one simple step using the ADVC55. The ADVC55 is a compact, portable and easy to use analog to DV converter compatible with Windows and Mac OS computers.  ADVC55 is the ideal low cost conversion solution for capturing video from VHS, Hi8 and other analog video equipment into all popular video editing applications. No software drivers to install and computers equipped with 6-pin FireWire ports are able to supply power to the unit through the FireWire cable, so ADVC55 does not require an external power supply. 

Broad Compatibility
Broad video equipment and software compatibility ensures that the ADVC55 provides a long product life and a high return on investment. 

Intelligent Input/Output
The intelligent usability of the ADVC55 allows for easy setup and connection in any video environment.  Automatic input signal detection and convenient front/back connectors ensure that setup and operation is neat and simple. 

Proven DV Codec Technology 
At the heart of the ADVC55 is the award winning Canopus DV codec chip providing the industry's best analog-to-DV video quality.  Plus, high quality circuit hardware provides perfect audio / video sync.

What's in the Canopus ADVC55 box:

  • ADVC55 unit
  • 1 x FireWire cable (6-pin – 6-pin)
  • User Manual

Canopus ADVC55 Technical Specs:

  • Video Formats
    • NTSC: 720x480 @ 29.97fps 
    • PAL/SECAM: 720x576 @ 25fps 
  • Audio Formats
    • 2-channel 48kHz 16-bit 
  • Digital Video Output
    • 1 x 6-pin FireWire (100Mbps) 
  • Analog Video Input
    • 1 x S-Video (4-pin miniDIN) 
    • 1 x composite (RCA) 
  • Analog Audio Input (unbalanced)
    • 1 x stereo (RCA) 
  • Power Source
    • IEEE 1394 FireWire bus powered when connected to a 6-pin FireWire port or DC5V from optional power adapter
  • Power Usage
    • 3.1W
  • Warranty
    • Canopus One-year parts and labor limited warranty

Canopus ADVC55 System Requirements:

  • Windows PC
    • Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Vista
    • IEEE 1394 FireWire connection
    • Digital Video editing software - Any application that supports the capture and edit of DV video, including Adobe Premiere 6.0 & 6.5, Adobe Premiere Pro, Premiere Pro 1.5, Premiere Pro 2.0, Premiere Pro CS3, Ulead VideoStudio, Ulead MediaStudio, Windows Movie Maker and more
  • Mac
    • Mac OS X 10.1 or later
    • IEEE 1394 FireWire connection
    • Digital Video editing software - iMovie, iLife, Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro CS3

 

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