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T3 Series

Intelligent Dynamic Digital Recorder

iDDR T3 is a powerful and versatile recorder/player designed to streamline video production workflows across various industries. It supports the optimization of video production processes, enhances efficiency and facilitates the creation of high-quality content. T3 is well-suited for a wide range of applications including broadcast stations, CATV, post-production facilities, educational institutions, corporate environments and live events.

T3 is a robust all-in-one system integrating recording, playback and transcoding functionalities. Its high scalability allows customization to meet specific workflow needs. Operable as a standalone unit, T3 simplifies setup and operation, contributing...

FEATURES

Recorder/Player
  • 4K (2160p) video recording support (4K: 2 in 0 out mode)
  • 4K (2160p) video playback support (4K: 0 in 2 out mode)
  • 4K (2160p) video recording and playback support (4K: 1 in 1 out mode)
  • HD (1080p) video recording support (HD: 3 in 0 out mode)
  • HD (1080p) video recording and playback support (HD: 1 in 2 out mode, HD: 2 in 1 out mode)
  • HD (1080p) video playback support (HD: 0 in 3 out mode)
  • Key/Fill (Alpha) video playback support
  • Synchronized playback across 2 channels for key/fill rolls, edge blending, multiscreen displays, and 3D applications
  • Chasing playback while recording
  • Real-time cross conversion support among 720p, 1080p/i and 4K
  • Direct recording to an external media/storage device
  • Scheduled recording
  • Ancillary data recording and playback
  • E-to-E mode
  • Video monitor output and on-screen display
  • Next Preview for monitoring the next clip event in a playlist
  • NDI IP input/output support

 

Import/Export
  • Native import/playback for most standard formats
  • Supports multiple codec formats (transcoding to Grass Valley HQX AVI) for most standard and broadcast formats
  • FTP transfer rate limited to maintain playback performance
  • Watch folder transfers
  • Export to Sony XDCAM drive (PDW-U1/PDW-U2)
Editing
  • Direct access to an internal media folder with EDIUS and the ability to edit a growing file — AVI (Grass Valley HQX) and MXF (Grass Valley HQX/Apple ProRes/Avid DNxHR/Avid DNxHD/XDCAM)
  • Export a growing AVI (Grass Valley HQX) file via CIFS
  • Export a growing MXF (Grass Valley HQX/Apple ProRes/Avid DNxHR/Avid DNxHD/XDCAM) file via FTP/CIFS
  • Import from Final Cut Pro in QuickTime format using the free Grass Valley HQ codec for Mac onto an exFAT storage device
  • Convert and CIFS export from AVI (Grass Valley HQX) to MXF (Grass Valley HQX/Apple ProRes/Avid DNxHR/Avid DNxHD/XDCAM) or MOV (Apple ProRes/Avid DNxHR/Avid DNxHD)

 

Front Panel
  • Easy-to-use front panel interface and jog/shuttle
Workstation
  • Workstation mode included as standard
  • Immediate playback of clip events from a playlist (on-the-fly playback) and playback speed control
  • Simple on-the-fly editing, including trimming, mark in/out, markers with comments, basic transition effects and insertion of placeholders for playlists
  • Transition effect (cross dissolve) when manually switching to another clip event in a playlist
  • Keyboard shortcuts and mouse customization on workstation

 

Remote
  • Synchronized playback using LTC input (timecode chasing)
  • Synchronized playback for multiple T3s using GPI input/RS-422 (BVW)
  • Integration support for third-party control (BVW, VDCP, GPIO and AMP)
Device
  • SDI embedded audio (8 channels)
  • Robust design — engineered to withstand demanding live event and mobile production environments
  • ASIO audio input/output support
  • Redundant power supply
  • Media slots — SD card x2, 2.5-inch SSD x2

 

Maintenance
  • Full data backup and restore feature
  • Monitoring using watchdog timer (hardware/software)
Max License
  • Uncompressed video recording/playback (available depending on the model)
  • XAVC recording/transcoding (available depending on model)
  • H.264 codec board acceleration (optional, available depending on model)

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

T3 Elite

T3 Elite Max

Storage

System

240 GB (2.5” SATA3 SSD)

Data

1.92 TB (M.2 NVMe SSD)

Total Recording Duration*1

4K UHD (3840x2160) 59.94p @ Grass Valley HQX (1.2 Gb/s)

Approx. 3.5 hours

4K UHD (3840x2160) 29.97p @ Grass Valley HQX (600 Mb/s)

Approx. 7.5 hours

HD (1920x1080) 59.94p @ Grass Valley HQX (300 Mb/s)

Approx. 14 hours

HD (1920x1080) 59.94i @ Grass Valley HQX (150 Mb/s)

Approx. 28 hours

HD (1920x1080) 59.94i @ XDCAM HD422 (50 Mb/s)

Approx. 72 hours

HD (1440x1080) 59.94i @ XDCAM HD (35 Mb/s)

Approx. 150 hours

Power supply unit

800W Redundant PSU

Connector

Remote

RS-422A (D-Sub 9-pin) x4

Network

RJ-45 (2.5GBASE-T / 1000BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) x2

USB

Front

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gb/s) Type-A x2

Rear

USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s) Type-A x5

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s) Type-C x1

PC display monitor output*2

HDMI 2.0b x1, DisplayPort 1.4a x1

Media Slots

2.5” SSD (Up to 9.5 mm thickness, SATA) x1,

2.5” SSD (7 mm thickness, SATA) x1,

SD card (SDXC, UHS-II, microP2) x2

Video Input

SDI

BNC x4
(12G-SDI: SMPTE ST 2082 / 2081 / 424 / 292 / 259-C)

Video Output

Audio Input

SDI

SDI embedded audio 8-ch
(SMPTE ST 299 / 272-A, 20 / 24-bit, 48 kHz, locked)

Audio Output

Monitor Output*3

BNC x2 (for L ch/R ch)

Headphone

Stereo jack x1

Timecode

LTC Input

BNC x1

LTC Output*4

BNC x2 (2.0 Vp-p, low impedance)

VITC Input

Embedded SDI Input

VITC Output

Embedded SDI Output

Reference

Input

BNC x1 (HD Tri-level/SD BB auto-detect)

Remote Protocol

BVW (RS-422A), VDCP (RS-422A, Network), AMP (Network)

GPI

Input

TTL Input x8, Low 0V - 0.8V / High 2.0V - 5.0V, External Current Sink : 1 mA

Output

Open Drain Output x8, Max Sink Current: 100 mA, Max Voltage: 30V

Max License

Not Included

Included

Features with Max License

Uncompressed video recording/playback

Enabled with Max License

XAVC recording/transcoding

Enabled with Max License

H.264 codec board acceleration

Optional

Power (rated input voltage, frequency)

AC 100 - 240V, 50/60 Hz

Electric power consumption

Up to 300W

Operating temperature range

5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)

Operating relative humidity

Max. 80% (non-condensing)

Dimensions (W x D x H)

430 x 450 x 140 mm (16.9 x 17.7 x 5.5 in.)

(rubber feet and protrusions excluded)

Weight

Approx. 14.3 kg (31.4 lbs.)

*1 The consecutive recording time is up to 24 hours at one time.

*3 Shared with Timecode LTC Output.

*2 HDMI and DisplayPort cannot be used at the same time.

*4 Shared with Audio Monitor Output.

ORDERING INFORMATION

T3 Elite

KTR5-ELT-40-PK

  • UHD (up to 60p/50p) and HD 1080 (up to 60p/50p)
  • 12G-SDI x4
  • Media Slots
  • Redundant Power Supply Unit

Note: The I/O card must be installed into the T3 Base Unit on site by a reseller.

Note: This model cannot be equipped with the separately sold KTR5-HW-H264-S2.

 

T3 Elite Max

KTR5-ELT-40M-PK

  • UHD (up to 60p/50p) and HD 1080 (up to 60p/50p)
  • 12G-SDI x4
  • Media Slots
  • Redundant Power Supply Unit
  • Includes Max License

Note: The I/O card must be installed into the T3 Base Unit on site by a reseller.

Note: This model, with the Max license, can be equipped with the separately sold KTR5-HW-H264-S2.

 

Options — Hardware

H.264 Codec Board S2 for T3
KTR5-HW-H264-S2

  • Matrox M264 S2

Note: This hardware option must be installed into the T3 unit on site by a reseller.

Note: To use this hardware option, it must be installed in the T3 unit with a Max license. If the T3 unit does not have a Max license, the hardware option will not work.

Options — Accessories

T3 Rackmout Kit
iDDR2-RACK-W

Rackmount kit for T3 / T2 Series

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DATASHEETS

T3 Series Intelligent Dynamic Digital Recorder

iDDR T3 is a powerful and versatile recorder/player designed to streamline video production workflows across various industries. It supports the optimization of video production processes, enhances efficiency and facilitates the creation of high-quality content. T3 is well-suited for a wide range of applications including broadcast stations, CATV, post-production facilities, educational institutions, corporate environments and live events.

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T3 Series Intelligent Dynamic Digital Recorder (JP)

T3 は、さまざまな業界のビデオ制作ワークフローを合理化するために設計された、強力で多様性のある
レコーダー / プレーヤーです。ビデオ制作のプロセスの合理化、効率の向上、高品質なコンテンツの作成
を支援し、放送局、CATV、ポストプロダクション、教育機関、企業、ライブ & イベントなどの幅広い用途
に適しています

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