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| Niagara Video Acquires HDi-250, HDi-SDI, and DVD-1150 Order now from Niagara Video Our principal owner is retiring and we have sold the rights to our two main products: |
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| Two Models HDi: Connected & Secure HD & DVD Recording |
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HDi-250 & HDi-SDI (Commercial)
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HDi-Mil-Std & HDi-SDI-Mil-Std
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Tutorial: How to make a DVD Video Disc
Click for the full article of "How to Make a DVD-Video Disc."
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The HDi-250 records to its internal hard drive, then makes a DVD from the files you select. How Long Does It Take to Make a DVD disc? To make a DVD-Video disc, first put a blank DVD disc (+R, -R, or +RW) into the machine Recording Setup: Press the Menu key and see the Main Menu
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Arrow down to select the file format .VOB. Press Enter and see
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DVD-1150 Multi-Machine Control
You don't have to use 100 machines, but you can!
Multiple Machine Control has long been a specialty of ours, previously with VCRs and now with DVD Recorders. The BCD DVD-1150 was designed to make it easy to control multiple machines.
The DVD-1150 has two serial connectors so you can loop the commands through from machine to machine.
Each unit has its own name (or address) like "DECK 2" and it responds only when spoken to.
You can group the machines, too, so that the command string "GRUP 1;RECS" makes all the machines record at once.
Physical Configuration
Controller-to-Machine Connection:
The DVD-1150 has two identical serial ports wired as DCE. This means that you use a single straight-through DB-9 cable, Male-Female, from your computer or Crestron®/AMX® controller. Use either port; it really doesn't matter which for normal operation, but they are labeled for clarity.
Machine-to-Machine Connections:
(Perform the Software Configuration first.)
Use a straight-through Male-Male cable from one machine to another. Again, use either port (but we like to connect them in some kind of orderly fashion to keep things neat).
Software Configuration:
- Assign each machine a number. Connect a machine directly to your computer and establish communications using Windows HyperTerminal or other RS-232 terminal program.
- For machine #1, type the command
DECN 1 ( for DECk Number 1).
While you're there, assign that machine to a Group, too.
DECK1; GRUP1 (note the semicolon ";" between commands) - Type the command "SAVE" and that Deck Number is saved to the DVD Recorder's Flash ROM.
- Repeat for each machine.
Multiple Machine Operation:
- GRUP 1; RECS makes all the machines record.
- GRUP 1; STOP makes all the machines stop.
- DECK 3; PLAY makes only deck # 3 play.
HDi same as DVD-1150 Basic Commands
The DVD-1150 is designed for control via serial commands via RS-232 or USB (acting as a serial port). For convenience they also have front panel pushbuttons.
The BCD DVD-1150 uses the "BCD1" Command Protocol, the same as used since 1982 and is in current use with BCD's TC-100, SB-100 and VC-16x controllers. We will update this list from time to time when people have questions. The full command set is listed in the DVD-1150 Manual.
RS-232 Pinout: The DB-9 connectors on the DVD-1150 are wired as DCE so a straight-through 9-pin cable (M-F) from your computer will do the job. On the connectors, Pin 2=TxD, Pin 3= RxD, Pin 5=GND. The default Baud rate is 19,200 and may be changed and saved under software control.
Commands are 4-characters, terminated by CRLF (Carriage Return Line Feed). The unit then sends a prompt character ">" when it is ready to receive another command.
It is important that your control program wait for the ">" prompt before sending a command.
Some commands may have a numeric parameter.
The MODE and STAT commands do the same thing -- they return the current status of the system. MODE and STAT can take 3-4 seconds to return a value. It is important that your routine wait for the ">" prompt after issuing any command.
STAT is a status query that returns a 4-character reply of system status.
MODE is a status query that returns a number.
Common Commands
RECS means RECord Start. It starts recording.
STAT=RCRD. MODE=16
STOP makes it stop.
STAT=PTHR (pass through) MODE=25
PAUS makes playback or recording PAUSe.
STAT=STFW (step fwd) MODE=1
TITL makes it go to the TITLe Menu/Root Menu.
STAT=TITL MODE=23
If the unit is already a the TITL mode, the TITL command acts as Resume and the deck resumes playback from where it was interrupted.
PLAY makes it play.
STAT=PLAY MODE=10
If the unit is in Pass-Through or Loop-Through mode (video in goes through to video out). PLAY makes it go to the TITLe menu.
If the unit is in PAUSe mode, playback resuumes.
STAT is a query for current transport status.
STAT returns a 4-character message like STOP, PLAY, RECD
MODE is the same as STAT but returns a 2-digit number.
Mode 10 is PLAY. MODE 25 is STOP/PTHR.
TLFT Time Left to record on disc. Returns H:MM
RLOK Record LOcK. Default RLOK=1: Requires REC+PLAY front panel buttons to record. RLOK= 0 permits recording by pressing only the REC button.
FRAM returns the current disc playback position as an integer frame number
FRAM: (note the Colon) returns the current disc playback position in terms of HH:MM:SS
Common STAT & MODE Values
STAT MODE DESCRIPTION
OPEN 30 Tray is Open
NDSC 31 No Disc in Tray
INIT 22 During Power-up or after inserting a new disc
PTHR 25 Pass-through or STOP
PLAY 10 Deck is playing
STFW 01 Step Fwd(Paus from Play)
TITL 23 At the TITLe/Root Menu
RECS 16 Recording
RPAU 35 Paused during Record
RSTP 38 Stopping after Record (writing title to menu)
Command Execution Times
By some standards, the response of the DVD-1150 is incredibly slow. We take pride, however, in knowing that commands will be accurately executed and that the MODE command returns accurate values. Here are some of our test results. All times are rounded up to the next second. Your results may vary, but not by much.
DVD-1150 Timing Test
Test Equipment: TV camera aimed at clock w/second hand, TV monitor, stopwatch, Windows Hyperterminal.
Starting
Condition Cmd Results Elapsed Time
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Titl Menu RECS On-screen Indicator 2 sec
Recording Begins 3 sec
">" Prompt returns 8 sec
Unit checks for recording action
Total elapsed time: 8 sec
Recording MODE Returns RCRD mode 3 sec
Recording STOP On-Screen Indicator 1 sec
Prompt returns immediately
Stopping MODE RSTP 3 sec
Writing Title Menu
Stopped MODE PTHR (STOP) 12 sec
Ready to record again
Title Menu PLAY Picture Appears 2 sec
Title chosen from menu
Title Menu MODE Mode Value Returns 3 sec
Play mode MODE Mode Value Rerturns 3 sec
Basic RS-232 & TCP/IP Commands
The HDi-250 is designed for control via serial commands via RS-232 or TCP/IP. For convenience is also has front panel pushbuttons.
The BCD HDi-250 uses the "BCD1" Command Protocol, the same as used since 1982 and is in current use with BCD's TC-100, SB-100 and VC-16x controllers. We will update this list from time to time when people have questions. The full command set is listed in the Manual.
RS-232 Pinout: The DB-9 connectors on the HDi-250 is wired as DTE so a straight-through 9-pin cable (M-F) from your computer requires a Null-Modem adapter. The default Baud rate is 19,200 and may be changed and saved under software control.
Commands are 4-characters, terminated by CRLF (Carriage Return Line Feed). The unit then sends a prompt character ">" when it is ready to receive another command.
It is important that your control program wait for the ">" prompt before sending a command.
Some commands may have a numeric parameter.
The MODE and STAT commands do the same thing -- they return the current status of the system. MODE and STAT can take 3-4 seconds to return a value. It is important that your routine wait for the ">" prompt after issuing any command.
STAT is a status query that returns a 4-character reply of system status.
MODE is a status query that returns a number.
Common Commands
RECS means RECord Start. It starts recording.
STAT=RCRD. MODE=16
STOP makes it stop.
STAT=PTHR (pass through) MODE=25
PAUS makes playback or recording PAUSe.
STAT=STFW (step fwd) MODE=1
PLAY makes it play.
STAT=PLAY MODE=10
If the unit is in Pass-Through or Loop-Through mode (video in goes through to video out). PLAY makes it go to the TITLe menu.
If the unit is in PAUSe mode, playback resuumes.
STAT is a query for current transport status.
STAT returns a 4-character message like STOP, PLAY, RECD
MODE is the same as STAT but returns a 2-digit number.
Mode 10 is PLAY. MODE 0 is STOP/PTHR.
FRAM returns the current disc playback position as an integer frame number
HDi-250 HD/DVD Recorder [replaces DVD-1150]
BCD's Newest Recorder: HD Video, IP & RS-232 Control ! Everything you asked for !
The BCD HDi-250 is a versatile disk-based video recorder designed for industrial, scientific, educational and military video recording. It's not what most people think of when you say "DVR". It's not part of a set-top cable box, and it's not a security video recorder. The HDi-250 answers most of our customers’ requests for features like:
- Easy-Detect Input Video Format - Composite[NTSC/PAL], HDMI & Component[30 worldwide variants]
- Fast DVD Making - about 3 minutes
- High Security User & Supervisor PIN for function lockout
Prevents unintended operation during remote control - Direct HD Recording & Playback to Hard Drive, USB, Optical Disc
- Optional Removable Hard Drive Storage
- DVD RW Drive, optional slot-load
- Copy to USB/Flash, to Disc - including DVD
- Windows Network Accessible Files
- Wake-On-LAN
- Make DVD from any file(s)
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You could think of it as a DVD recorder with a hard drive, or as a hard drive recorder that burns DVD. Either way, it's one of the most versatile tools you can use.
Compact 1U Rackmount design with removable rack brackets allows for desktop operation.
High Definition Video Resolution is standard with the HDi-250: up to HD1080 (1920 x 1080) in various formats.
Video I/O for the HDi-250 is HDMI, Component and Composite with 2-channel stereo audio. Other I/O configurations are available with other models.
SD Format Support
625i50 PAL, 525i59.94 NTSC, 625p50 PAL,525p59.94 NTSC
HD Format Support
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
Video Overlay is available as Date, Time or Date & Time in the lower left of the picture.
Responsive Display messages show status and record setup options as well as playback and disc burn options.
HDi Control is as versatile as HDi recording. All operations are available from front panel pushbuttons and available via TCP/IP commands and optionally, RS-232 serial.
Web control is coming. HDi has a built-in webserver and we're building intuitive applications for recording, playback and disc burning.
Storage Options abound. Among the most popular combinations is a 2.5” removable hard drive and slot-load DVD drive. The removable 2.5” disk ensures complete security and ease of changing media for different assignments
Optical Storage: the slot-load DVD drive is preferred by many users to prevent breakage of the tray in a conventional drive. Files can be copied to the DVD disc as files or automatically formatted and recorded as DVD-Video discs. Recordings can also be copied to a network drive or to the front USB port.
Remote Protocol: The HDi-250 uses the "BCD1" 4-character command protocol, standard with all BCD products since 1982. Commands like PLAY & STOP are enhanced with disc commands like COPY and BURN.
General
The unit occupies 1 rack space and is equipped with a single DVD +R/+RW drive, complete information display, Composite and S-Video I/O, dual DB-9 jacks for RS-232, a USB-B connector, and an RJ-45 jack for the optional web server. Military Versions are available with NO Hard Drive, NO Networking and NO USB.
Dimensions: 17 inches Wide, chassis without rack ears
17 inches Deep (including rear connectors)
1 7/8 inches high, rack height
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Ordering Information
Model:HDi-250
Description: Recorder with Hard Disk, DVDR
Availability:
The BCD HDi-250 is available now.
Physical:
Dimensions: Width x Height x Depth (inches) 17.5" x 1.875" x 12.5"
Weight: 6 lb. approx
Power: 110-240VAC, 50-440hz, 2A approx.
Made in USA
Notes: Standard BCD Warranty: One-Year Parts and Labor
Sales Inquiries: sales@bcdusa.com
Dealer/Resellers Welcome: dealer@bcdusa.com
Ordering Information:
HDi-250 * 500GB Hard Drive, Ethernet, RS-232 HDMI, Component, Composite
* End-user pricing is determined by resellers in the various countries.
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DVD-1150/1150b 1U Direct to DVD+RW Recorder
DVD-1150 Professional DVD RecorderDiscontinued - Special Order Only After evaluating the increasing costs, and the difficulty in obtaining parts that were going obsolete, we elected to discontinue production of the DVD-1150b except for some Military clients. We will continue to try to produce the DVD-1150b, but in very limited numbers, increased delivery time, at increased cost. Advance payment required. First introduced in 2007, it has been a mainstay for those who needed a reliable, RS-232 controlled, rack mount, professional DVD recorder. We are shipping only to customers with existing orders and long-term POs.
It is our plan to offer the HDi-250 High Definition Recorder with the capability to record directly to DVD-Video discs, just like the DVD-1150. Please check this site often for details on this professional DVD recorder, or use our Contact Form to receive email updates. |
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The Industrial Rack Mount DVD / DVR+RW Recorder
with the features our customers asked for. NTSC & PAL, 1U, RS-232 Control
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DVD-1150 Specifications
- 1U Rack Mount
- Multiple Control Methods
Click Here for Rear Control Connector Panel - Complete confidence - Full Status Feedback via remote connection
- Designed for Computer Control, AMX®, & Crestron®
- Multi-Machine Control from a single serial port.
(Machines are software-assignable by number)
Click here for Multi-Machine...
- Remaining Record Time Available Front Panel, RS-232 & USB
- Single Button Record...or not. See Basic Commands
- Optional Internet Control - From Anywhere! Click for Internet Control
- 1U Form Factor - Includes Rackmount Brackets
- Ultra Bright useful VF Display
- Variable Speed PB: Fwd 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, Rev 1/8, 1/4, 1/2
- Control: RS-232 & USB Serial (BCD1 Protocol: PLAY, STOP, etc.)
- Assign Labels to DVD Titles via RS-232 (up to 15 characters)
- Easy DVD Finalization: single RS-232 command FINL & Front Panel.
DVD +RW (our favorite!) needs NO FINALIZING! Playable immediately.
See "The Plus R Discussion ".
- Records DVD format discs
- Recorded Discs play on other DVD players
- DVD-1150: Complete Security - No HDD or cache memory
- Rugged Construction - an Industrial DVD Recorder
Heavy Metal Enclosure
Content Signals & Processing:
- Recording: +R, +RW, 5 Recording Speeds/Qualities (1 hr - 6 hrs)
- Video In/Out: NTSC or PAL: Composite (BNC), S-Video (S-Video connectors)
- Audio In/Out: Line Level (RCA)
Controls:
- Front Panel Buttons: Stop, Play, Record, Pause, Eject, Arrows, Menu, Enter
- RS-232: DB-9F from host controller (computer, AMX, Crestron, etc.)
- Dual DB-9 RS-232 loop-thru for multi-machine control
- USB: USB-B connector for USB control, similar to RS-232 control
Options:
- Control: Ethernet: RJ-45 for network control.
Built-in webserver with graphic controls.
Physical:
Dimensions: Width x Height x Depth (inches) 17.5" x 1.875" x 12.5"
Weight: 6 lb. approx
Power: 110-240VAC, 50-440hz, 2A approx.
Made in USA
Notes: Standard BCD Warranty: One-Year Parts and Labor
Sales Inquiries: sales@bcdusa.com
Dealer/Resellers Welcome: dealer@bcdusa.com
Ordering Information:
Product: DVD-1150b
Notice: The DVD-1150HDD was discontinued in 2013. The DVD-1150/1150b was discontinued in February 2017. Sales to existing users only.
| BCD Associates, Inc. 2800 NW 36th Street, Ste 220 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 sales@bcdusa.com |
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BCD Products are Made In the USA. Prices and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Quotations are valid for 30 days. Copyright © 1995 - 2018 BCD Associates, Inc. All rights reserved. DVD-1150, HDi-250, TC-100, VC-16 and SB-100 are trademarks of BCD Associates, Inc. All other tradenames mentioned are property of their respective owners.