Vintage SONY BVU-150P U-MATIC Portable Video Cassete Recorder

The BVU-150 is is larger and heavier than the VO-6800. It incorporates Sony's Superior Performance (SP) technology, to offer higher picture quality in a portable U-matic. Also among the new refinements is the Dolby C noise reduction system whcih gives improved audio performance.
Both of the above benefits depend apon use of Sony's SP video cassettes. However the BVU-150 is suitable for use with conventional cassettes.
The VTR incorporates video confidence heads which allow simultaneous playback of material while recording. The video heads deliver a high quality colour picture without the use of any external equipment.

• Magnesium diecast allow frame in a lightweight, compact and rugged design.


• High quality picture via improved circuitary, including improved Y/C seperator.


• Special record/playback circuitary for Sony SP tapes.


• Video confidence heads for simultaneous playback during recording.


• Full color playback without need for external equipment.


• Sendhurst head and Dolby C noise reduction for improved signal-to-noise ratio.


• Auto/manual record level controls.


• Independent (manual) level controls for 2 audio inputs, each with line/mic and impedence selector switch.

• Jack socket for monitoring either or both audio channels.


• Automatic backspace editing for clean transitions in sequential recording.


• Rapid edit point/segment location at +-10 normal speed.


• Comprehensive status/malfunction indicators via LED's in machine and camera viewfinder, plus audible earphone alarm.


• Works with (and controllable from) Sony ENG/EPP cameras. Viewfinder playback possible.


• Optional built-in time code generator BKU-150 shows time code or time tape.


• Can be connected to time base corrector for broadcast quaility playback.

Specifications

Video:Input: 
1.0VP-P +- 0.3V, 75 ohms, unbalanced sync negative

Output: 
1.0Vp-p +- 0,2V, 75 ohms, unbalanced sync negative

Horizontal resolution: 
SP mode: 300 lines (colour/monochrome)
Conventional mode: 260 lines (colour/monochrome)

Signal-to-noise ratio: 
SP mode:
Better than 45dB (colour)
Conventional mode:
Better than 45dB (colour)

K-factor (2T pulse): 
Less than 3%(SP mode)

SC input 
2Vp-p +-1V, 75 Ohms, unbalanced

RF out (off tape): 
0.5Vp-p +- 0.1V, 75 ohms, unbalanced

Audio:

Inputs: 
MIC: -60dB, 3K ohms, unbalanced
LINE:+4dB, more than 10k ohms, balanced

Outputs: 
LINE: +4dBm low impedance, balanced
EARPHONE: -33dB to -20dB, at 8 ohms load

Signal-to-noise ratio: 
Better than 50dB (at 3% distortion level, without Dolby NR)

Distortion: 
Less than 2.5%

Frequency response: 
SP Mode: 50Hz to 15kHz +-3dB
Conventional Mode: 50Hz to 15kHz +-4dBWow and flutter:
Less than 0.2% (DIN)

Tape speed: 
9,53 cm/sec

Recording and playback time: 
20 min (with Sony KSP-20 U-matic videocassettes)

Fast forward time: 
Less than 3 min (with Sony KSP-20 U-matic videocassettes)

Rewind time: 
Less than 3 min (with Sony KSP-20 U-matic videocassettes)

Search speed: 
Approx. 10 times normal speed in forward and reverse directions..

Video caassettes 
Sony KSP,KCS-K, KCS-BRK series or equivalent.

General:Power requirements: 
DC 11.0 to 14.0V, Ni-cad battery pack BP-90.
AC Operation with optional adaptor AC-500

Power consumption: 
Less than 20W

Operating temperature: 
0°C to +40°C (41°F to 104°F)

Storage temperature: 
-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Dimensions: 
Approx. 454(W) x 283 (H) x 550 (D) mm

Weight: 
Approx. 6.8 kg (15 lb)

Optional accessories: 
BKU-150 time code generator, AC-500 AC adaptor, BC-210 battery charger, BP-90 rechargeable battery, RM-680 remote control unit.