LTO-5 Video Archiving Recorder
LTR-100HS / 120HS

Re-defining Media Archive Workflow

The LTR Series is a standalone video archiving recorder fitted with an LTO-5 (Linear Tape Open) drive. Capable of recording up to 1.5 TB of LTFS file data, LTR series recorders can be used as platforms for material or program exchange.
This series offers many useful features, including HD/SD-SDI input/output, broadcast quality codec, and MXF (OP-1a) wrapping and unwrapping. MXF files recorded on LTO-5 can also be used with non-linear editing systems.

Enables users to build an archive system entirely based on LTR technology
Provides extended recording solutions using highly reliable, versatile LTO-5*1 technology
Video equipment that also functions as a convenient IT device
LTR Browser (optional)
Operates like a VTR; compact design
Emphasis on video quality and secure content
Expandability for building systems
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Application Examples

Enables users to build an archive system entirely based on LTR technology

Redefine video archive workflows: The entire archiving workflow, from ingest, distribution, archiving and re-purposing, is possible using only one unit
Provides simple, high cost-performance without a large-scale file server
Reduces the operation maintenance necessary for system operation

Provides extended recording solutions using highly reliable, versatile LTO-5*1 technology

The media has massive storage capacity (Max. 1.5 TB) yet is compact, helping to save space
One unit supports 50+ hours of recording
Open-standards-based, highly versatile, excellent storage stability
Secure and low-cost media; perfect as a material exchange media

Video equipment that also functions as a convenient IT device

Elements that are indispensable for file base solutions, including proxy file generation, thumbnail generation, and meta data input, are provided as standard
File system LTFS*2: Enables reading and writing of files from PC as a material exchange media
FTP feature: Functions as an FTP server to read and write files freely on the LTO via the FTP
Partial retrieval feature: Loads the specified range of MXF files on LTO tape and efficiently reuses them with non-linear editing software
Simultaneous creation of proxy files during ingest: Supports system links such as automatic proxy file transfers to media management systems

LTR Browser (optional)

Remote control software used for accessing the LTO tape mounted in the LTR/LTS series recorder from a PC. (Windows and Mac versions available.)
Main functions: File input/output with meta data and correcting meta data, sending partial retrieve command while viewing proxy video, etc.

Operates like a VTR; compact design

Emphasis is on operability with a VTR-like front panel, various buttons, Jog/Shuttle, and a liquid-crystal display
Ingest is possible simply by pressing REC and PLAY
VTR-like operations are possible, including Jog/Shuttle, fast-forward, and rewind(Only for built-in HDD cache data)
Compact 3 RU high, half-rack wide chassis

Emphasis on video quality and secure content

Thought given to forward compatibility of video material by adopting open technologies such as MXF OP-1a, LTO, and LTFS.
Includes broadcast quality video codec; high-quality video recording (LTR-100HS: MPEG-2, LTR-120HS: AVC-Intra/DVCPRO)
Easy to use because of the familiar feel of the tape-like media.
Check feature for securely writing important data (Read While Write feature).

Expandability for building systems

RS-422: External VTR control
Gigabit Ethernet: File input/output
USB 2.0: Bar code reader, keyboard connection
Remote API: Application programming interface (API) for remote control operation from another system or software via LAN. (For further details, contact FOR-A Company Ltd.)

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Application Examples

Simple Archive/Long Time Recording			Offers data compatibility with LTS-50 and video material support

NLE System (Partial Retrieve)			Association with Cart System (Middle/Big Archive)

*1: What is LTO-5?

Initialism of Linear Tape Open Standard for magnetic tape storage devices co-developed by IBM, Hewlett-Packard and Seagate Technology.

*2: What is LTFS?

Initialism of Linear Tape File System. Enables users to check file information in the LTO tape from the index data; reads and writes each file onto LTO individually, as with an external storage.

Specifications

Model Name	LTR-100HS	LTR-120HS
Video Formats	HD: 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, SD: 525/60, 625/50 (select at menu)
Removable Storage Device	LTO-5 (File system: IBM LTFS)
Supported MXF Format	OP-1a (SMPTE RDD-9) HD: MPEG-2 Long GOP - 50Mbps (CBR/4:2:2/422P@ML) Audio: 24-bit, 8ch - 35Mbps (VBR/4:2:0/MP@HL) Audio: 16-bit, 4ch - 25Mbps (CBR/4:2:0/MP@H14) Audio: 16-bit, 4ch - 18Mbps (VBR/4:2:0/MP@HL) Audio: 16-bit, 4ch SD MPEG-2 1GOP (I-frame only) - 50/40/30M bps (4:2:2/422P@ML) Audio: 16-bit, 8ch	OP-1a HD - AVC-Intra 100 (10-bit, 4:2:2) Audio: 24-bit, 8 ch - AVC-Intra 50 (10-bit, 4:2:0) Audio: 24-bit, 8 ch - DVCPRO HD (8-bit, 4:2:2) Audio: 24-bit, 8 ch SD - DVCPRO50 (8-bit, 4:2:2) Audio: 24-bit, 8 ch - DVCPRO25 (8-bit, 4:1:1) Audio: 24-bit, 8 ch
Video Input	HD-SDI: 1.5 Gbps or SD-SDI: 270 Mbps, 75Ω BNC x 1
Genlock Input	HD: BB: NTSC: 0.429 Vp-p/PAL: 0.45 Vp-p or Tri-level sync: 0.6 Vp-p, 75Ω BNC x 1, loop-through (Terminate with 75Ω terminator, if unused)
Genlock Input	SD: BB: NTSC: 0.429 Vp-p/PAL: 0.45 Vp-p, 75Ω BNC x 1, loop-through (Terminate with 75Ω terminator, if unused)
Video Output	HD-SDI: 1.5 Gbps, 75Ω BNC x 4 (Output 3 and 4 support timecode display), SD-SDI: 270 Mbps, 75Ω BNC x 4 (Output 3 and 4 support timecode display)
Audio Input	The maximum number of output channels varies by MXF format and bitrate. ♦Embedded Max. 8 ch (4 stereo pairs) (Group 1 and 2) 48 kHz, synchronous only ♦AES/EBU HD: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 2 (2 stereo pairs), 48 kHz, SD: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 2 (2 stereo pairs), 48 kHz
Audio Output	The maximum number of output channels varies by MXF format and bitrate. ♦Embedded Max. 8 ch (4 stereo pairs) (Group 1 and 2) 48 kHz, synchronous only ♦AES/EBU HD: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 2 (2 stereo pairs), 48 kHz, SD: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 2 (2 stereo pairs), 48 kHz
Time Code Input	Embedded: Ancillary timecode, LTC: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 1
Time Code Output	Embedded: Ancillary timecode, LTC: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 1	Embedded: Ancillary timecode, LTC: 1.5 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 1
Recording Time	Minimum / file: 1 second, Maximum / file: 24 hours
Internal Storage	2 TB HDD
Interfaces	RS-422: 9-pin D-sub (female) x 1 (inch screws) (for external VTR control on encoding) USB: USB 2.0 Series A connector x 3 (front x 1, rear x 2) (for keyboard and barcode scanner) LAN1/2: 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, RJ-45 x 2 To External Drive: Mini-SAS x 1 (for External drive. Optional software is necessary. This is planned in the future. ) GPI/ALARM: 15-pin D-sub (female) x 1 - ALARM: Power, Fan alarm (relay contact) / GPI: 3-input/3-output (contact input, open collector output) MAINTENANCE: 15-pin mini D-sub (female) (VGA) x 1 (maintenance only)
Temperature / Humidity	10ºC to 40ºC / 20% to 80% (no condensation)
Power / Consumption	100 V AC to 240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz
Power / Consumption	150 VA (145 W) at 100 V AC to 120 V AC, 132 VA (120 W) at 220 V AC to 240 V AC	210 VA (212 W) at 100 V AC to 120 V AC, 198 VA (182 W) at 220 V AC to 240 V AC
Dimensions / Weight	212 (W) x 130 (H) x 533.5 (D) mm EIA 3 RU half size / 10 kg
Consumables (if used 24 hours a day at room temperature)	Cooling fan: Replace every 3 years. Power: Replace every 5 years. Battery: Replace every 5 years. Hard disk drive: Replace every 5 years.
Accessories	Operation manual, AC Cord (cable retaining clip included), Tutorial Manual, Control software (Installed), LTO cleaning cartridge
Options	USB keyboard, USB barcode scanner, 1 year warranty, LTR Browser

LTO-5 Basic Performance

Cartridge Size	105 (W) x 22 (H) x 102 (D) mm
Capacity	Max. 1.5 TB (data area: 1425 GB / 1327 GiB)
Recording capacity (Theoretical value)	♦LTR-100HS MPEG-2 422P@HL: Max. 52 hours (50 Mbps, HD) MPEG-2 MP@HL: Max. 82 hours (35 Mbps, HD) MPEG-2 422P@ML: Max. 50 hours (50 Mbps, SD) (without ancillary data other than timecode)	♦LTR-120HS AVC-Intra 100 (HD): Max. 25 hours AVC-Intra 50 (HD): Max. 47.5 hours (w/o proxy files) DVCPRO (SD): Max. 50 hours (w/o proxy files) (without ancillary data other than timecode)
Response	File system information acquisition time: under one minute in typical case File body seek time: within three minutes