Sniper-16 HD Telecine
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$8995.00
with sound, manual/auto
exposure
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The archiving tool of choice for the Academy of Motion
Pictures Film Archives in Hollywood!
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they had to say about the Sniper Series!
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The ScanStream Sniper-16 HD incorporates a built-in HD camera for direct, frame-by-frame scanning off the enlarged gate for access to 100% of the film frame. Unlike other transfer units that crop the image and shoot off the softer, base side of the film with a standard definition 1CCD camera limited to about 490 lines, the Sniper-16 HD scans off the sharper, emulsion side of the film at full 1080p using a CMOS hi-definition sensor containing almost 3 million pixels for maximum clarity. The built-in HD camera bypasses the condenser lens and mirror assembly for increased resolution and a smaller footprint, allowing the installation of the Sniper-HD into the tightest of workspaces, without regard to lighting conditions. A diffused light source reduces the appearance of scratches, and fewer optical surfaces to keep clean means less maintenance and increased productivity. The Sniper-16 HD comes with a super bright, ultra-cool LED light source that will protect the film from burning or warpage. A handy, jumbo LCD confidence monitor and unique, precision lens control makes focusing a snap. It uses the uncompressed HD output of the camera to bypass compression artifacts typical of HDV. The Sniper-HD has auto exposure or manual exposure via a handy remote. An on-panel preset lets you fine tune the exposure for maximum shadow and highlight detail in the film. Audio outputs are common RCA connectors.
This
ScanStream unit performs TRUE frame-by-frame scanning just under 15fps.
It offers 100%, totally flicker-free playback at any speed desired, including
9, 10, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 24/25fps. It will also output 1:1 HD
or SD files with no speed added for archiving purposes. The unit outputs
both PAL and NTSC in SD and HD, interlaced and true progressive via the
unique Velocity-HD software. Easy to use controls limit the need for specialized
labor and fast, automated computerized operation makes it ideal for high
volume shops where fast cycle times are required with minimum labor. Due
to the larger mass of 16mm reels, this unit has sprockets but also incorporates
a lighting quick shut-off in case of lost loop, thus minimizing the potential
for film damage, compared to some other units. Manual slot load and unload
of the film in mid-reel is a breeze. True, total frame discretion means
the clearest, most crisp picture possible next to a Rank transfer and why
MovieStuff telecine units are number one,
worldwide.
Technical stuff:
This unit requires a PC built to spec using the BlackMagic Intensity Pro HD capture card and a fast, internal two drive Raid-0 array for capture. Email for exact computer requirements, if desired. As an alternative, you can purchase a computer with the BlackMagic card already installed and specifically designed for use with the Sniper HD from MicroSearch in Houston, Texas. You will need to contact them for current pricing.
The Sniper-16 has a maximum capacity of 2400 feet (take up reel included) and comes pre-mounted on a convenient base. For international use on 220VAC, requires a transformer that ouputs 110-120VAC at 250 watts. Audio outputs are line level via standard RCA connector. Your operating systems should be 32bit XP Pro or Vista Ultimate. This software will not work on a Mac but the files produced can be edited on a Mac.
Software:
Written specifically
for use with the ScanStream Sniper series, Velocity-HD produces pristine
downcoverted standard def .AVI files in the DV codec that can be imported
into your existing edit program (even Mac!). HD files are produced in the
universal M-JPEG (not MPEG) HD codec. These files are closer in quality
to uncompressed but are a fraction of the size making them ideal for small
business applications. Velocity-HD provides post-capture speed preview
and will automatically batch process the necessary speed changes for your
footage. While Velocity-HD is required for use with the Sniper-HD series,
it is not a product of MovieStuff and must be purchased separately. All
questions pertaining to Velocity-HD should be addressed here:
NOTE: Velocity-HD
is available exclusively to MovieStuff ScanStream Sniper customers only
and will not work
on previous Sniper or Sniper-Pro units.
