Ashvale SM-2A Enhanced Slow Motion Controller (Used)

Ashvale Enhanced Slow Motion Controller (Used)

The SM-2a is an advanced Slow Motion Controller for use with VTR machineson the now standard RS422 serial format. It is intended for use in Broadcast and Professional TV Studios, Outside Broadcast vehicles and similar environments.

Betacam and Betacam SP, MII and 1" are all supported, as well as the digital formats D2, D3, D5 and Digital Betacam. The SM-2a is an enhanced version of the SM-2, developed for use with computer-based disk 'VTRs'. It features 999cue memories, and external GPI inputs and outputs.

Cassette format VTR's are difficult to control with any subtlety from front panel, even with practice. However, smooth and precise control of tape motion is possible with the SM-2a, even by relatively inexperienced operators. The control buttons are large and well spaced out, and are grouped in logical sections for ease of use, especially under 'live' conditions.