Sony PMW-PZ1: 4K and HD multi-format playback, ideal for digital signage and projection

Sony's 4K Memory Player PMW-PZ1 offers flexible multi-format playback capability for 4K (24P and 60P) and HD video, compatible with a wide variety of formats such as XAVC Intra, XAVC Long, XAVC S-Long, MPEG HD422 and MPEG HD.

Sony meets the needs of 4K video recording and editing with the PMW-PZ1 4K SxS player. A device that has a very large multi-format playback capability, compatible with a wide variety of formats such as XAVC Intra, XAVC Long, XAVC S-Long, MPEG HD422 and MPEG HD.

In the event spaces, 4K video can be sent to digital signage solutions or projectors. It can also be used to copy data from SxS media directly to external storage without using any other device. In addition, during filming on location or on location, 4K images captured on cameras such as the PMW-F55 can be checked immediately on the PMW-PZ1 or sent to a professional monitor or consumer TV via HDMI.

"Despite the rapid growth of 4K recording and editing, Playing 4K video clips still typically requires expensive high-powered computers or servers operated by technically trained users. The PMW-PZ1 Meets Market Need with Affordable 4K Playback Solution, Easy to use and compact. In addition, Supports a wide variety of formats, It has a multitude of inputs/outputs for easy connections and offers an intuitive and easy-to-use interface", explains Lucie Wendremaire, Sony Professional Solutions Europe.

Connectivity and interoperability

The PMW-PZ1 features a variety of versatile input and output interfaces, including an HDMI port, Four 3G/HD-SDI outputs, an SxS card slot, Audio output and color LCD monitor. This combination of versatile interfaces provides playback functions, copy and monitor 4K and HD video across a wide range of applications, Not just for video production, but also for the development of 4K equipment, 4K Video Panels at Events, exhibitions, Museums, Etc.

Via HDMI port, the PMW-PZ1 can be connected to professional projectors and monitors, or even consumer TVs, for maximum flexibility in different production situations. A separate audio output is also available in the player.

The PMW-PZ1 is equipped with two USB interfaces, one for connection to external USB storage, and another for a mouse device for the user to control the PMW-PZ1. This doesn't just allow you to copy data, it also allows the user to play back data from stored clips from an external USB storage device.

The PMW-PZ1 creates a copy log (CSV Format) on the external USB storage device that helps users to easily check the names of the copied files. For greater accuracy in the copying process, Users can activate a verification feature before copying to avoid any errors.

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