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The following information is true and accurate at the time of publication.
November 27, 2003
update
The following is an updated to the Sony Marketing (Japan) Inc.'s press release of October 7, 2003. Please note that this update also includes specification changes as well.
SONY MARKETING (JAPAN) ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF
"PSX" DESR-5000 and DESR-7000 TOWARDS THE END OF 2003
Maximum 325-hour Video Recording Becomes Available on DESR-7000
Tokyo, October 7, 2003 - Targeting the year-end shopping
season in Japan, Sony Marketing (Japan) Inc. will launch
two models of PSX, a new generation HDD+DVD recorder, created
through the convergence of electronics and games technologies
of the Sony Group.
Empowered by two key semiconductors ("EmotionEngine®"
and "Graphics Synthesizer"), CPU and graphics
rendering processor used for PlayStation 2, PSX has realized
a high-speed high-definition GUI (Graphical User Interface),
the likes of which have never been experienced before.
This first-of-a-kind GUI enables speedy and easy access
of various content to be enjoyed on PSX, with the same
level easiness as switching TV channels with a remote
control.
PSX is also equipped with various features as a digital media player, providing storage and playback of a variety of entertainment content such as high-resolution, mega-pixel images from digital still cameras and music from various package media.
Since PSX is designed to run various features by firmware
via a powerful hardware engine, users can upgrade or add
new features later by accessing the network.*1
The two PSX models of DESR-5000 and DESR-7000 are equipped with maximum capacity HDD respectively to accommodate various features in serving as a digital home electronics product as well as a game device for enjoying PlayStation and PlayStation 2 games.
Sony Marketing (Japan) aims to accelerate the expansion of the DVD recorder market by positioning PSX as the key to home entertainment and the core for digital electronics products throughout the living room.
*1: Details will
be announced on the Sony Marketing (Japan) website on
a later date.
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Model
Name
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Launch
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Planned
MSRP
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250GB
HDD+DVD recorder [DESR-7000]
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December 13, 2003
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99,800
yen
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160GB
HDD+DVD recorder[DESR-5000]
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December 13, 2003
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79,800
yen
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160GB
"PSX" analog controller(DUAL SHOCK2)[DESR-10]
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December 13, 2003
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3,500 yen
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<DESR-5000/7000 Main Features>
1. High capacity HDD+DVD recorder
PSX, "DESR-7000" and "DESR-5000" are
equipped with 250GB and 160GB HDD respectively, largest
HDD capacity*2 in each class as consumer
DVD recorder. This enables recording up to 325 hours*3
of video content on HDD with DESR-7000 and 204 hours*3
with DESR-5000.
*2: As of October 6,
2003, surveyed by Sony Marketing (Japan).
*3: When recorded at
SLP mode.
2. High-quality GUI
By using a PS2 based real-time operation system, comfortable
operation never experienced until now, has been achieved.
Advanced GUI with full color and half transparent display.
3. Firmware upgrade
Features can later be added or upgraded via the network.
(Details to be announced on the Sony Marketing website as
available.)
4. High speed dubbing from HDD to DVD
The speed of dubbing from HDD to DVD is 12 times maximum.
PSX adopts DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW*4.
*4: Subsequent upgrades
via the network.
5. Various recording/playback features
PSX supports various user-friendly features, such as enabling
users to watch recorded content on the HDD without waiting
for the recording to finish, watch recorded content on the
HDD while recording another program or play games while
recording programs, etc.
6. Equipped with ghost reduction tuner
Analog terrestrial tuner is equipped with ghost reduction
tuner.
7. Progressive scan DVD video output
Progressive scan DVD video output supports high-resolution
pictures.
8. Memory Stick slot
Memory Stick slot is available on the front side of PSX.
Digital still images stored on a Memory Stick can be transferred
to the HDD and displayed on a large TV monitor.
9. USB port
USB port is available on the front side of PSX for a connection
with digital still cameras*5 and
USB game controllers.
*5: At launch, only
Sony digital still cameras are supported. There are plans
to support others in the future.
10. "PlayStation"/ PlayStation 2" game
software
More than 5000 PS and PS2 game titles can be played on PSX*6.
Online games can also be enjoyed through the PSX network
services.
*6: Due to the fact
that there is only one USB port for PSX, some peripheral
combinations may not be supported.
11. Compact size
Simple and translucent design in line with latest digital
electronics products. Compact design (312mm width) for both
horizontal and vertical positioning.
12. Less Noise
Silent operation through heat control and temperature-actuated
cooling fan.
<Specifications>
|
DESR-5000
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DESR-7000
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| HDD |
160GB
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250GB
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| Approximate
recording time(HDD) |
HQ:
33 hours
HSP: 51 hours
SP(standard): 67 hours
LP: 103 hours
EP: 137 hours
SLP: 204 hours
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HQ:
53 hours
HSP: 81 hours
SP:(standard): 107 hours
LP: 164 hours
EP: 217 hours
SLP: 325 hours
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| Recording
modes (6) |
HQ,
HSP,SP(standard),EP,LP,SLP
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| CPU,
graphic processor |
90nm
EE+GS
|
| Software
engine |
PS2
based real time OS
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| Recording
format*7 |
DVD-R(Video
format),DVD-RW(Video format,VR format),
DVD+RW(VR format)*8
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| Playback
format*9 |
DVD-VIDEO
DVD-R(Video format), DVD-RW(Video format, VR format)
DVD+RW(VR format)*8
CD, CD-R,[Memory Stick]
"PlayStation" CD-ROM, "PlayStation 2"CD-ROM/DVD-ROM
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| Tuner |
Terrestrial
analog(VHF1-12ch,UHF13-62ch,CATV13-35ch)
BS satellite analog(1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15ch)*10
|
| Dubbing |
HDD
to DVD is 12 times maximum (-R) *11
|
| Video
Playback |
Recorded
program while recording on HDD
|
| Video
Editing |
GOP*12
editing, High speed GUI
|
| Timer |
EPG (G Guide*14)
|
| Photo |
(JPEG)
|
|
Digital
still image
(Memory Stick, digital still camera*13)
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| Music |
ATRAC3
|
| Game |
"PlayStation"
software / "PlayStation 2" software
|
| Network |
Ethernet
100 base/TX
(Network game, additional feature in the future)
|
| Port |
Out |
1
D output(D1/D2)
1 Composite/S Video/Stereo sound output
1 Optical digital Audio(SPDIF)
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| In |
1
Composite/S Video/Stereo sound input
|
| Others |
1
USB(Ver. 1.1)port, 1 Memory Stick slot
2 "PlayStation" "PlayStation 2"format Memory card
slots
2 "PlayStation" "PlayStation 2" format Analog controller
ports
|
| Size |
312
x 323 x 88mm(W x H x D)
|
| Weight |
Approximately
5.8kg
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| Accessories |
Remote
Controller for PSX, AV cable, antenna cable, AC
cord
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| *7 |
It
is not possible to add or finalize recordings on a
disc recorded/edited on other recorders/drives. |
| *8 |
Upgrades
can be added later via the network. |
| *9 |
To
play a disc recorded on other recorders/drives, it
is necessary to finalize using the recorded recorders/drives.
Depending on recording conditions, playback may not
be possible. |
| *10 |
WOWOW
decoders cannot be connected. BS hi-vision is not
supported. |
| *11 |
DVD-R |
| *12 |
Group
of Pictures |
| *13 |
At
launch, only Sony digital still cameras are supported.
There are plans to support others in the future. |
| *14 |
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