The PIX 250i is a file-based video deck designed for fast-paced environments, such as studios, live events and mobile productions. Its scalability makes it perfect for multi-cam workflows and double-system sound applications. Whether used for capturing multiple camera ISO feeds at a sports stadium or recording numerous audio tracks at a live concert, its half-rack, 2U size makes it the perfect alternative to bulkier, complex video servers.

Extensive Video I/O
The video input on the PIX 250i has extensive compatibility with a wide range of cameras. It's BNC input accepts 12-bit 3G SDI (4:4:4 RGB or YCbCr), HD-SDI, SDI. Its HDMI input accepts high-definition and standard-definition video.

With its 3G-SDI 4:4:4 input, recording to ProRes 4444 offers recordings that are perceptually indistinguishable from the original source material.

Timecode Generator
The on-board high-accuracy Ambient timecode generator makes the PIX 250i right at home on any production from simple single camera shoots, to complex multi-camera sync-sound productions. All common timecode frame rates and modes are supported. Embedded timecode over SDI and HDMI is also supported.

Frame Rate Converter and Scaler
Like the PIX 270i, the PIX 250i features a powerful hardware scaler and frame rate converter. Up, down, cross-conversion and pulldown removal give users the ability to record files in a customer-requested rate, even rates not supported by the camera. The camera-mount PIX 240i video recorder also supports aspect ratio conversion, HD to SD and SD to HD.

Time Saving Efficiency
Tapeless file-based recording, playback, and file transfer.
Access and transfer files over Ethernet.
Edit-ready Apple ProRes and Avid DNxHD files.
Recording on up to two drives provides immediate file copies and back up, as well as long-form recording.

Expandable and Networkable
Group control of multiple PIX recorders facilitates multi-camera recording

High-Quality HD Video
12-bit 4:4:4 over 3G-SDI I/O.
Apple ProRes and Avid DNxHD codecs from 36 Mb/s proxies up to 330 Mb/s ProRes 4444

Applications
Multi-camera studio production.
Live Event sports and concerts.
Multi-channel video playback applications.
Mobile Production OB Truck.

PIX 250i Kit
The PIX 250i Kit includes:
(1) PIX 250i Rack Mount Video Recorder
(1) XM CADDY PACK, includes (2) PIX-SSD6 240GB 2.5 inch SATA Drives pre-mounted to (2) PIX-Caddy2 drive mounting accessories.
XL-WP4 power supply included.
PIX-RACK mounting accessory not included.

SDI Input & Output

3G SDI 4:4:4, HD-SDI, SDI 4:2:2 conforming to SMPTE 12M-1, 12M-2, 125M, 259M, 272M, 291M, 292, 296M, 299, 352M, 424, 425

HDMI I/O Version 1.4a input, Version 1.3a output, HDCP enabled on input

Video Input Resolutions / Rates

1080p23.976/24/25/29.97/30

1080i50/59.94/60

1080PsF23.976/24/25/29.97/30

720p23.976/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60

576i50 (PAL)

480i59.94 (NTSC)

Video Codecs and Files

Apple ProRes 4444 12-bit

Apple ProRes 36, 100, 145, 220 Mb/s, 8- and 10-bit

Avid DNxHD 36, 145, 220 and 220x

Quicktime wrapper (.MOV)

exFAT File System

Up/Down/Cross Conversion

480i, 576i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p to any 480i, 576i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, anamorphic conversion

Frame Rate Conversion

24, 25, 30, 50, 60 to 24, 25, 30, 50,60, 23.976, 29.97, 59.94 to 23.976, 29.97, 59.94, automatic 3:2 pull-down removal in 23.976 and 24 frame modes, other pull-down cadences include 2:2:2:4, 2:3:3:2, 3:2:3:2:2, and 2:2.

Audio Recording
16 channels record/playback, simultaneous with video Analog, HDMI / SDI, and AES3, selectable per channel.

LCD Display

5-inch LCD; 800 x 480 resolution, IPS, flip-down for drive access

Analog Audio

Two balanced, line-level inputs on XLR

Two balanced, line-level outputs on XLR

Frequency Response: 10 Hz-20 kHz, +/- 0.5 dB re 1 kHz; THD + Noise: 0.004% max (1 kHz, 22 Hz-22 kHz)

Input and output topology: fully electronically balanced, line-level, RF, ESD, short, and overload protected; pin-2 hot, pin-3 cold

Line output clipping level: +18dBu

Output attenuation 0-20 dB, 1 dB increments

Front-panel headphone, 1/4" with gain control

Digital Audio

Sampling rate / bit depth: 48 kHz, 24-bit

Accepts 32k, 44.1k, 48k, 96k, 192k sample rates with SRC at input

AES/EBU: 8 channels in and out via DB-25, 110 ohm, 2 V p-p

HDMI: 8 channels embedded HDMI input, 8 channels embedded HDMI output Accepts 32k, 44.1k, 48k, 96k, 192k sample rates

SDI: 16 Channels embedded SDI input and output

File Storage

PIX-Caddy 2 mounted drives: two, front-mounted Sound Devices approved 2.5-inch drives, such as the PIX-SSD6

Ethernet file transfer via SMB/CIFS volume

Timecode

Modes Supported: Freerun, Record run, External

Frame Rates: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97DF, 29.97ND, 30DF, 30ND

Accuracy: +/- 0.2ppm, holds accurate timecode for 2 hours after power is removed

Inputs / Outputs: BNC(LTC input and output), SDI or HDMI

Sync Output

Analog bi-, tri-level sync / genlock

Wordclock (square wave, 48 kHz sampling rate, 3.3 vp-p, 75 ohm)

Sync Input

Analog bi-, tri-level sync / genlock

Wordclock (square wave, 48 kHz sampling rate, 3.3 vp-p, 75 ohm)

Control

RS422 Machine control (Sony 9-pin protocol)

Ethernet Web-based control of settings and transport

GPIO on 3 pins, Phoenix connector

Keyboard

Front-panel USB host. Keyboards without hubs acceptable

Power

4-pin XLR (pin1 = ground, pin4 = +), 10-27 VDC, 30 watts

PowerSafe circuitry with 10 second power reserve with power removed

Physical

Size (H x W x D): 3.3" x 8.6" x 10.3" (8.4 cm x 21.8 cm x 26.2 cm)

Weight: 7.5 lbs

Operating Temperature: -10C to +40C