Sony UVW-1800 - Revision history

Arclight-MCP-Bot: Add related_models cross-link to PAL variant UVW-1800P (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

2026-02-23T04:46:46Z

Add related_models cross-link to PAL variant UVW-1800P (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

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	\|frequency=50Hz,60Hz		\|frequency=50Hz,60Hz
	\|power_avg=85		\|power_avg=85
			\|related_models=Sony UVW-1800P
	\|height=7.625 in		\|height=7.625 in
	\|width=16.8125 in		\|width=16.8125 in

Arclight-MCP-Bot: Convert to NTSC specs: av_system, dimensions in inches, voltage 90-132V, UVR-60 (not P), 90+ min NTSC tape time (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

2026-02-23T03:13:36Z

Convert to NTSC specs: av_system, dimensions in inches, voltage 90-132V, UVR-60 (not P), 90+ min NTSC tape time (via update-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

← Older revision		Revision as of 03:13, 23 February 2026
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	\|recording_formats=Betacam SP		\|recording_formats=Betacam SP
	\|year_released=1994		\|year_released=1994
	\|av_system=~~PAL~~		\|av_system=NTSC
	\|frequency=50Hz,60Hz		\|frequency=50Hz,60Hz
	\|power_avg=85		\|power_avg=85
	\|height=~~193 mm~~		\|height=7.625 in
	\|width=~~427 mm~~		\|width=16.8125 in
	\|depth=~~492 mm~~		\|depth=19.375 in
	\|weight=41 lb 14 oz		\|weight=41 lb 14 oz
	\|features=Betacam SP format, 2-channel longitudinal audio with Dolby C NR, built-in TBC with digital dropout compensator (external control via optional UVR-~~60P~~), built-in LTC reader with LTC input and output, RS-422 9-pin serial interface, full editing (insert/assemble on video/audio CH-1/CH-2/TC), component I/O (BNC and 12-pin Sony DUB), S-Video I/O, composite I/O, character display/superimpose, high-speed picture search (up to 16x with optional SVRM-100A), self-diagnostics, digital hours meter, 4U rack height, 19" rack-mountable		\|features=Betacam SP format, 2-channel longitudinal audio with Dolby C NR, built-in TBC with digital dropout compensator (external control via optional UVR-60), built-in LTC reader with LTC input and output, RS-422 9-pin serial interface, full editing (insert/assemble on video/audio CH-1/CH-2/TC), component I/O (BNC and 12-pin Sony DUB), S-Video I/O, composite I/O, character display/superimpose, high-speed picture search (up to 16x with optional SVRM-100A), self-diagnostics, digital hours meter, 4U rack height, 19" rack-mountable
	\|description=The '''Sony UVW-1800''' is the top-of-the-line model in the UVW budget Betacam SP series, and the most popular machine in the range. It is an RS-422 edit-controllable recorder/player capable of frame-accurate insert and assemble editing on video, audio channels 1 and 2, and the time code track — making it suitable as both a player and recorder in studio editing environments.		\|description=The '''Sony UVW-1800''' is the top-of-the-line model in the UVW budget Betacam SP series, and the most popular machine in the range. It is an RS-422 edit-controllable recorder/player capable of frame-accurate insert and assemble editing on video, audio channels 1 and 2, and the time code track — making it suitable as both a player and recorder in studio editing environments.

	The UVW-1800 records exclusively on metal particle tape in the Betacam SP format and can play back both metal particle (SP) and oxide (original Betacam) cassettes. It accepts L-size (~~100~~+ minutes) and S-size (30+ minutes) cassettes and provides two longitudinal audio channels with Dolby C noise reduction.		The UVW-1800 records exclusively on metal particle tape in the Betacam SP format and can play back both metal particle (SP) and oxide (original Betacam) cassettes. It accepts L-size (90+ minutes) and S-size (30+ minutes) cassettes and provides two longitudinal audio channels with Dolby C noise reduction.

	Uniquely among the UVW range, the UVW-1800 features both LTC time code input and output, enabling time code to be regenerated as necessary during editing. A built-in TBC with digital dropout compensation provides stable output, with remote adjustment available via the optional UVR-~~60P~~ connected to the rear-panel 15-pin D-sub connector.		Uniquely among the UVW range, the UVW-1800 features both LTC time code input and output, enabling time code to be regenerated as necessary during editing. A built-in TBC with digital dropout compensation provides stable output, with remote adjustment available via the optional UVR-60 connected to the rear-panel 15-pin D-sub connector.

	Video connectivity is comprehensive, with composite, component (via both 12-pin Sony DUB and 3× BNC connectors), and S-Video inputs and outputs. A built-in character generator superimposes timecode, VTR status, and diagnostic messages via Video Output 2. The compact 4U-height chassis at 19 kg and 85W makes it a space- and power-efficient alternative to the larger BVW and PVW series decks.		Video connectivity is comprehensive, with composite, component (via both 12-pin Sony DUB and 3× BNC connectors), and S-Video inputs and outputs. A built-in character generator superimposes timecode, VTR status, and diagnostic messages via Video Output 2. The compact 4U-height chassis at 19 kg and 85W makes it a space- and power-efficient alternative to the larger BVW and PVW series decks.
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	{{AV TBC		{{AV TBC
	\|type=Line TBC		\|type=Line TBC
	\|notes=Built-in TBC with digital dropout compensator. External TBC adjustment via optional UVR-~~60P~~ connected to rear-panel 15-pin D-sub connector.		\|notes=Built-in TBC with digital dropout compensator. External TBC adjustment via optional UVR-60 connected to rear-panel 15-pin D-sub connector.
	}}		}}

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	}}		}}
	{{AV voltage range		{{AV voltage range
	\|voltage_min=~~198~~		\|voltage_min=90
	\|voltage_max=~~264~~		\|voltage_max=132
	}}		}}
	{{AV link		{{AV link

Arclight-MCP-Bot: Created Sony UVW-1800 Betacam SP editing recorder/player from PALsite specs (via create-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

2026-02-23T02:57:17Z

Created Sony UVW-1800 Betacam SP editing recorder/player from PALsite specs (via create-page on MediaWiki MCP Server)

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{{AV device
|brand=Sony
|model_code=UVW-1800
|device_type=VTR
|format_family=Betacam
|supported_formats=Betacam,Betacam SP
|recording_formats=Betacam SP
|year_released=1994
|av_system=PAL
|frequency=50Hz,60Hz
|power_avg=85
|height=193 mm
|width=427 mm
|depth=492 mm
|weight=41 lb 14 oz
|features=Betacam SP format, 2-channel longitudinal audio with Dolby C NR, built-in TBC with digital dropout compensator (external control via optional UVR-60P), built-in LTC reader with LTC input and output, RS-422 9-pin serial interface, full editing (insert/assemble on video/audio CH-1/CH-2/TC), component I/O (BNC and 12-pin Sony DUB), S-Video I/O, composite I/O, character display/superimpose, high-speed picture search (up to 16x with optional SVRM-100A), self-diagnostics, digital hours meter, 4U rack height, 19" rack-mountable
|description=The '''Sony UVW-1800''' is the top-of-the-line model in the UVW budget Betacam SP series, and the most popular machine in the range. It is an RS-422 edit-controllable recorder/player capable of frame-accurate insert and assemble editing on video, audio channels 1 and 2, and the time code track — making it suitable as both a player and recorder in studio editing environments.

The UVW-1800 records exclusively on metal particle tape in the Betacam SP format and can play back both metal particle (SP) and oxide (original Betacam) cassettes. It accepts L-size (100+ minutes) and S-size (30+ minutes) cassettes and provides two longitudinal audio channels with Dolby C noise reduction.

Uniquely among the UVW range, the UVW-1800 features both LTC time code input and output, enabling time code to be regenerated as necessary during editing. A built-in TBC with digital dropout compensation provides stable output, with remote adjustment available via the optional UVR-60P connected to the rear-panel 15-pin D-sub connector.

Video connectivity is comprehensive, with composite, component (via both 12-pin Sony DUB and 3× BNC connectors), and S-Video inputs and outputs. A built-in character generator superimposes timecode, VTR status, and diagnostic messages via Video Output 2. The compact 4U-height chassis at 19 kg and 85W makes it a space- and power-efficient alternative to the larger BVW and PVW series decks.
}}

{{AV TBC
|type=Line TBC
|notes=Built-in TBC with digital dropout compensator. External TBC adjustment via optional UVR-60P connected to rear-panel 15-pin D-sub connector.
}}

{{AV input
|label=Video In
|signal=Composite (CVBS)
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|audio=None
|location=rear
|notes=1.0Vp-p, 75Ω, sync negative
}}
{{AV input
|label=DUB/Component In
|signal=Component (YPbPr)
|connector=Sony 12-pin DUB
|count=1
|audio=None
|location=rear
|notes=12-pin female Sony connector. Y/R-Y/B-Y component input
}}
{{AV input
|label=Component In 2
|signal=Component (YPbPr)
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|audio=None
|location=rear
|notes=3× BNC (Y/R-Y/B-Y). Y: 1.0Vp-p 75Ω sync negative, R-Y: 0.7Vp-p 75Ω, B-Y: 0.7Vp-p 75Ω
}}
{{AV input
|label=S-Video In
|signal=S-Video (Y/C)
|connector=Mini-DIN-4
|count=1
|audio=None
|location=rear
|notes=Y: 1.0Vp-p 75Ω, C: 0.3Vp-p (burst) 75Ω
}}
{{AV input
|label=Ref Video In
|signal=Composite (CVBS)
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|audio=None
|location=rear
|notes=Reference input. 1.0Vp-p, 75Ω, sync negative
}}
{{AV input
|label=Audio In CH-1/2
|signal=Analog stereo
|connector=XLR
|count=1
|audio=Stereo
|location=rear
|notes=2× XLR 3-pin female. +4dBu, 600Ω balanced
}}
{{AV input
|label=Time Code In
|signal=Analog mono
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|audio=None
|location=rear
|notes=LTC input, 2.2Vp-p, 600Ω selectable
}}
{{AV output
|label=Video Out 1
|output_type=Video
|signal=Composite (CVBS)
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=1.0Vp-p, 75Ω, sync negative
}}
{{AV output
|label=Video Out 2 (Super)
|output_type=Video
|signal=Composite (CVBS)
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=1.0Vp-p, 75Ω, sync negative. Character superimpose on/off selectable
}}
{{AV output
|label=DUB/Component Out
|output_type=Video
|signal=Component (YPbPr)
|connector=Sony 12-pin DUB
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=12-pin female Sony connector. Y/R-Y/B-Y component output
}}
{{AV output
|label=Component Out 2
|output_type=Video
|signal=Component (YPbPr)
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=3× BNC (Y/R-Y/B-Y). Y: 1.0Vp-p 75Ω sync negative, R-Y: 0.7Vp-p 75Ω, B-Y: 0.7Vp-p 75Ω
}}
{{AV output
|label=S-Video Out
|output_type=Video
|signal=S-Video (Y/C)
|connector=Mini-DIN-4
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=Y: 1.0Vp-p 75Ω, C: 0.3Vp-p (burst) 75Ω
}}
{{AV output
|label=Audio Line Out CH-1/2
|output_type=Audio
|signal=Analog stereo
|connector=XLR
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=2× XLR 3-pin male. +4dBu, 600Ω balanced
}}
{{AV output
|label=Audio Monitor Out
|output_type=Audio
|signal=Analog mono
|connector=RCA (connector)
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=-6dBu
}}
{{AV output
|label=Time Code Out
|output_type=Audio
|signal=Analog mono
|connector=BNC
|count=1
|location=rear
|notes=LTC output, 2.2Vp-p, 600Ω, 10kΩ
}}
{{AV output
|label=Headphones
|output_type=Audio
|signal=Analog stereo
|connector=6.35mm TRS
|count=1
|location=front
|notes=Stereo phone jack
}}
{{AV voltage range
|voltage_min=198
|voltage_max=264
}}
{{AV link
|link_type=Database
|link_source=Betacam PALsite
|link_url=https://betacam.palsite.com/uvw1800spec.shtml
}}

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