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FireWire Products > Canopus Products > Analog to Digital Video Converter Products

 Canopus ADVC-55 - Analog/DV Converter (Grass Valley)

ADVC-55, 602005
 Canopus / Grass Valley

  • FireWire powered analog-to-digital converter

  • The industry's best analog-to-DV video quality

  • Same award winning DV conversion chipset as the more expensive Canopus ADVC-110 and ADVC-300

  • The ideal solution for capturing from any analog video source into all popular video editing applications

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Canopus ADVC-55

Retail Value: $229.00

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Grass Valley/Canopus ADVC-55 - $194.99
 Optional ADVC55 Power Adapter - $37.95
Only available with ADVC55 purchase
 
 Add FireWire PCI Card only $8.99
 Add FireWire PCIe Card only $29.99
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Canopus ADVC-55 Analog to DV Converter - Highest-quality Analog to Digital Video Conversion

Just plug the ADVC-55 into a FireWire port and capture and edit analog video using your digital video editing software!

  • Convert VHS, S-VHS & Hi8 analog videotapes to DV
  • Compatible with Macs and Windows PCs
  • Compatible with all leading video editing software
  • Converts analog (RCA, S-VHS) to DV video format
  • No need to install drivers or any software applications 
  • Powered by IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connector* 
  • NTSC and PAL compatible 
    * Computer having 4-pin IEEE 1394 FireWire connector requires a power adapter
    (sold separately)

Convert VHS, S-VHS, Hi8 and 8mm analog tapes to DV through your FireWire port in one simple step using the ADVC-55. The ADVC-55 is a compact, portable and easy to use analog to DV converter compatible with Windows and Mac OS computers.  ADVC-55 is the ideal low cost conversion solution for capturing video from VHS, Hi8 and other analog video equipment into all popular video editing applications. No software drivers to install and computers equipped with 6-pin FireWire ports are able to supply power to the unit through the FireWire cable, so ADVC-55 does not require an external power supply. 

Broad Compatibility
Broad video equipment and software compatibility ensures that the ADVC-55 provides a long product life and a high return on investment. 

Intelligent Input/Output
The intelligent usability of the ADVC-55 allows for easy setup and connection in any video environment.  Automatic input signal detection and convenient front/back connectors ensure that setup and operation is neat and simple. 

Proven DV Codec Technology 
At the heart of the ADVC-55 is the award winning Canopus DV codec chip providing the industry's best analog-to-DV video quality.  Plus, high quality circuit hardware provides perfect audio / video sync.

What's in the Canopus ADVC-55 box:

  • ADVC-55 unit
  • 1 x FireWire cable (6-pin – 6-pin)
  • User Manual

Canopus ADVC-55 Technical Specs:

  • Video Formats
    • NTSC: 720x480 @ 29.97fps 
    • PAL/SECAM: 720x576 @ 25fps 
  • Audio Formats
    • 2-channel 48kHz 16-bit 
  • Digital Video Output
    • 1 x 6-pin FireWire (100Mbps) 
  • Analog Video Input
    • 1 x S-Video (4-pin miniDIN) 
    • 1 x composite (RCA) 
  • Analog Audio Input (unbalanced)
    • 1 x stereo (RCA) 
  • Power Source
    • IEEE 1394 FireWire bus powered when connected to a 6-pin FireWire port or DC5V from optional power adapter
  • Power Usage
    • 3.1W
  • Warranty
    • Canopus One-year parts and labor limited warranty

Canopus ADVC-55 System Requirements:

  • Windows PC
    • Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4 or higher)
    • Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 1 or higher) 
    • Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Business,
    • Windows Vista Ultimate (Service Pack 1 or higher) 
    • Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate 
    • DirectX 8.0 or higher
    • Available FireWire port
  • Mac
    • Mac OS X (10.2.7/10.2.8/10.3/10.4.x/10.5/10.6) 
    • Available FireWire port

 

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