Description: This setup is what you need to turn that box of old MiniDV tapes into video files you can store and share online. I bought all the stuff to do it myself (because I wasn't comfortable paying a ton or shipping my tapes to a service). Now I'm done and you can buy the full kit if you have the same need. What's Included* Panasonic AG-DV2500 DV/MiniDV deck for playing the tapes and outputting to DV/Firewire (other outs too, based on your setup)* Stand for the AG-DV2500 if you want it vertical* Power adapter for the AG-DV2500* Firewire (4 pin) cable (this plugs into the back of the AG-DV-2500)* Firewire to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (the one out of the box)* Thunderbolt 2 to Thunderbolt 3 adapter (still in box, I didn't end up needing this)* Head cleaning tape (I didn't end up needing this either... everything worked great). You'll need to provide your own computer, software, and time. Here are some tips:* Read this person's excellent page: https://leolabs.org/blog/capture-minidv-on-macos/* Topaz Labs Video AI is expensive but was totally worth it in my case for deinterlacing, denoising, and upscaling to HD. You can do pretty good with just ffmpeg (free) but it has limits.* Enjoy the excuse to spend time with your old tapes Panasonic AG-DV2500Specs (see https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/280824-REG/Panasonic_AG_DV2500_AG_DV2500_Professional_DV_Compact.html)Signal SystemNTSC Play and RecordPAL Playback OnlyTape FormatDVLarge and Small CassetteTape Speed18.812 mm / sec. (NTSC)18.831 mm / sec. (PAL)Signal-to-Noise RatioNot Specified by ManufacturerMaximum Recording Time276 MinutesAudio Signal Format12-Bit / 32 kHz (4 tracks)16-Bit / 48 kHz (2 tracks)Frequency Response20 Hz to 20 kHzSignal to Noise RatioNot Specified by ManufacturerInput and Output ConnectorsComposite Video- RCA (x 1 input, 1 output)S-Video- 4-Pin (x 1 input, 1 output)Firewire- 4-Pin (x 1 input and output both)Mic Audio- Stereo-Mini (x 1 input only)Line Audio- RCA (x 2 input, 2 output)RS-422A- 9-Pin (x 1)Power Requirements12 Volts DC100 Volts to 240 Volts AC, 50 and 60 HzPower Consumption14 WattsOperating Temperature5 to 35 degrees CDimensions6 7/8 x 2 11/16 x 10 1/4 in.174 x 68 x 260mmWeight5.1 lbs.2.3kg
Price: 439 USD
Location: Sherborn, Massachusetts
End Time: 2025-02-06T22:37:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 25 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Panasonic
Playable Media: MiniDV, Mini DVCAM
Type: MiniDV DV Mini DVCAM DVCAM PLAYER
Custom Bundle: No
Model: AG-DV2500
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Modified Item: No
Number of Heads: 2
