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Focus FS-4Pro HDFocus FS-4 Portable DTE Recorders

With the Focus family of video production products, you'll go from acquisition to editing with unparalleled speed, efficiency, and reliability. Compatible with most HDV, DV, DVCPRO, DVCAM, DVCPRO 50, and DVCPRO HD camcorders and editing software, Focus products feature Direct To Edit (DTE) video recording technology that converts the output from your camcorder or VTR to a nonlinear editing (NLE) format and records to disk via FireWire.

By combining DTE Technology with advanced caching and redundant tape and disk recording, Focus DTE recorders ensure that you never miss an important shot or lose critical footage. And best of all, your footage is ready to edit instantly. If you have analog footage that needs to be converted to digital, or vice versa, Focus Enhancements offers a DV-analog converter that makes the process fast and efficient.

The FS-4HD ships with a 40GB disk drive allowing 3 hours of DV/HDV recording. The new FS-4Pro HD models feature higher capacities, with 60GB, 80GB, and 100GB versions providing between 4.5 and 7.5 hours of DV/HDV recording. In addition, all FS-4 models include HD recording capabilities and have a sleek, all-black enclosure.

FS-4HD 80GB
$849.95
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SPECIAL BUNDLE! FS-4HD 80GB with High-Capacity Field Kit
$999.95
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Focus FS4-Pro HDFS-4Pro HD Models

With all of the features of the FS-4 HD, plus multiple DTE recording formats and advanced features such as time lapse, retro disk recording, and scene marking, the Focus FS-4Pro HD Portable DTE Recorder provides the flexibility that video professionals demand.

Key Features
• Available in 80GB and 100GB configurations for 6 or 7.5 hours of DV or HDV 1080i recording or 8 or 10 hours of HDV 720p 30 recording
• 80GB and 100GB configuration: high-capacity battery (180 minutes)
• High capacity cradle 100GB models only
• Advanced DTE formats, including Pinnacle DV-AVI, Avid DV OMF, and QuickTime HDV
• Loop record capability
• 10-second recording buffer
• Lets you categorize clips while you shoot

FS-4Pro HD models are capable of recording in DV & HDV. Record HDV as as either the M2T file format as well as the unique QuickTime HDV format for Direct To Edit use with Apple Final Cut Pro. In addition to eight available DV25 DTE file formats including AVI Type 2, QuickTime, Matrox AVI and Canopus AVI, the FS-4 HD and FS-4 Pro HD are also capable of recording in the HDV M2T file format. Additional DV25 file formats are also available on Pro models including Avid OMF, MXF & Pinnacle AVI.

FS-4Pro HD 80GB
$999.00

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FS-4Pro HD 100GB
$1,195.00

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The FS-4 High Capacity Field Kit is the easiest way to go tapeless in the field! Includes: • 1 high capacity 180 minute battery • 1 foot FireWire Cable• Camera Mount Kit (inc. cradle, swivel hot-shoe mount).
$199.95

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All of the Accessories Below are Fully Compatable with the FS-4, FS-100, Panasonic, Canon & JVC DTE Recorders!

All FireStore Accessories in Stock! Order Now!

Focus FS-4 Standard Battery
(90 minutes)

$99.95

Mounting Bracket for Standard 90 minute FS-4 Battery
$99.95

Focus FS-4 High Capacity Battery
(180 minutes)

$179.95

Mounting Bracket for High Capaciy
180 minute FS-4 Battery

SPECIAL!!
$69.95

reg. $99.95

Focus External Battery Charger
The Focus FS Portable External Battery Charger is designed to charge both standard and high capacity batteries used on all FS-4 Portable models.

$179.95

Canon XL Series Camcorder Mounting Kit

$99.95

Anton/Bauer Bracket Mount Kit
Includes cradle and mount screws

$99.95


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The new FS-4Pro HD models feature higher capacities, with 60GB, 80GB, and 100GB versions providing between 4.5 and 7.5 hours of DV/HDV recording. The FS-4HD ships with a 40GB disk drive allowing 3 hours of DV/HDV recording. In addition, all FS-4 models include HD recording capabilities and have a sleek, all-black enclosure.

"We are seeing much higher demand for HD record capabilities from our customers as well as a requirement for longer record times," said Matt McEwen, senior product manager for Focus Enhancements. "Our new FS-4 line-up allows videographers to record in either DV or HDV, as well as provides more options in terms of record capacity. Focus Enhancements delivers the most comprehensive solution for recording SD or HD formats for Direct To Edit connectivity, which streamlines workflow, increases productivity, and saves production time and money."

In HD mode, the FS-4Pro HD models are capable of recording in either the M2T file format as well as the unique QuickTime HDV format for Direct To Edit use with Apple Final Cut Pro. In addition to eight available DV25 DTE file formats including AVI Type 2, QuickTime, Matrox AVI and Canopus AVI, the FS-4 HD and FS-4Pro HD are also capable of recording in the HDV M2T file format. Additional DV25 file formats are also available on the Pro models including Avid OMF, MXF and Pinnacle AVI.

Featuring a comprehensive backlit display, easy-to-use menu system, hard drive, and removable, rechargeable battery, the Focus FS-4 HD line is the perfect DTE companion for any DV or HDV handheld shoots. The new FS-4 HD and FS-4Pro HD Portable DTE Recorders weigh in at only one pound with a profile of 1.5 inches thin and add the company's industry-standard DTE functionality to DV and HDV handheld camcorders. Whether mounted directly to the camcorder or clipped to a belt, the new FS-4 is designed to excel in the field.

The all-new FS-4 model line-up is available now through Focus Enhancements' worldwide dealer and distributor network. The FS-4 HD 40GB model is available for a US MSRP of $799, while the FS-4Pro HD 60GB, 80GB and 100GB are available for MSRPs of $1,295, $1,595 and $1,895, respectively. The FS-4Pro HD 80GB and 100GB versions also include the 3 hour, high capacity battery as standard.

Overview
Featuring a comprehensive backlit display, an easy-to-use menu system, a hard drive, and a removable, rechargeable battery, the Focus FS-4 is the perfect DTE companion for DV and HDV handheld shoots. Designed for use in even the roughest conditions, the FS-4 includes a six- or ten-second (model-dependent) electronic shock cache to ensure that you never lose footage. Audio, video, timecode, and control information is passed through a single FireWire cable, allowing you to record to disk and tape simultaneously. And when recording is complete, your footage is ready to edit instantly—no capturing, file transfer, or file conversion is required. FS-4 Portable DTE Recorders are compatible with a wide range of nonlinear editing systems.

The FS-4 interfaces with your camcorder using a single FireWire cable that passes audio, video, timecode and control information, allowing you to simultaneously record to disk and tape. It also provides a comprehensive backlit display, menu system and buttons allowing easy control and management.

The FS-4 comes standard with a 40GB (3 hour) hard drive and is available with up to 80GB (6 hour) of capacity. You can also extend recording time by linking multiple FS-4 units together. A 10 second electronic shock cache ensures you never lose footage, even in the roughest of conditions.

No matter which DV nonlinear editing (NLE) system you have, the FS-4 as you covered. Files are recorded to disk as RawDV, AVI Type 1, AVI Type 2, VI Type 2 24p, Matrox AVI, Canopus AVI, Quick-Time or QuickTime 24p. Some models also include Pinnacle AVI, Avid DV-OMF and HD support. Simply connect the FS-4 to your Mac or PC editing system like a normal FireWire hard disk drive and you are instantly ready to edit. No capturing, no file transfer, no file conversion. Just shoot and edit. Transfer clips to your NLE system’s media drive at up to four times real-time or edit instantly in real-time using the FS-4 as your media source.


Focus FS-4 Portable DTE Recorders are available in two models—
the FS-4 HD and the FS-4Pro HD (available in three configurations).
FS-4 HD
40GB
FS-4ProHD 60GB
FS-4ProHD 80GB
FS-4ProHD 100GB
Recording Time
DV
3 hours
4.5 hours
6 hours
7.5 hours
HDV 1080i
3 hours
4.5 hours
6 hours
7.5 hours
HDV 720p 30
4 hours
6 hours
8 hours
10 hours
HDV Recording Mode
720p/1080i (.m2t)
QuickTime 1080i 50/60
QuickTime 720p 30
DV Recording Mode
AVI Type 1
AVI Type 2
AVI Type 2 24p
Avid OMF
Canopus AVI
Matrox AVI
P2 MXF (DVCPRO 25)
Pinnacle AVI
QuickTime
QuickTime 24p
RawDv
Included Battery
90 min
180 min
Hi Capacity
FS-4HD
40GB
$699.95
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FS-4ProHD 60GB
$999.00
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FS-4ProHD
80GB
$1,495.00
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FS-4ProHD
100GB
$1,695.00
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FS-4 SPECIFICATIONS
Input/Outputs:
DV Video I/O - 25Mb/s (1x 6-pin IEEE-1394)
FireWire Computer I/F - up to 400Mb/s (1 x 6-pin IEEE- 1394)
GPI & RS-232C Control (1 x 3.5mm mini jack)
Power:
15V DC, 7.5W
Mini-jack power connector
Custom Removable Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Pack (90 minutes estimated run-time)
Physical Specification:
Dimensions: 1.59" x 5.6" x 3.74" (with Battery)
Weight: XX ounces



Audio/Video/Timecode Specification:
25Mb/s, 8-bit 4:1:1 (NTSC-DV) video
DV Embedded Timecode (Drop or Non-Drop)
Embedded 2-ch (16-bit, 48kHz) or 4-ch (12-bit, 32kHz)
Audio
DTE File Formats:
RawDV, AVI Type 1, AVI Type 2, Matrox AVI, Canopus AVI,
QuickTime, AVI Type 2 24p, QuickTime 24p
FS-4PRO Only: MXF, Pinnacle AVI, AVID DV OMF
Disk Information:
Internal Disk Type: 40GB (or 80GB - FS-4PRO only),
5400RPM, 8 MB cache
Disk Format: FAT32
FS-4 compatible with Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP and Mac OS9 & 10.



Compliance and Warranty:
CE, C-Tick and FCC
1 Year (FS-4 PRO - 2 Year)
Compatible Camcorders:
Canon XL1/XL1s, GL2
Sony DSR-PD150/-170, DSR-PD100, DCR-VX2000/VX2100
JVC GY-DV300
Panasonic AG-DVX100A/-100, AG-DVC30, AG-DVC7
Any DV25 Capable Deck or Camcorder with FireWire I/O
Optional Accessories:
Additional Custom Removable Li-ion Rechargeable Battery
Pack (90 minutes estimated run-time)
Wired Remote Control Unit
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