HDTV Digital VCR for Broadcast-use Employing Bit Rate Reduction

As the production of HDTV programs intensifies, the demand for more compact cassette-type VCRs (video cassette recorders) is increasing from program production department. A portable, battery run VCRs and camcorders are also especially desirable for use on location. This report describes a compact HDTV digital VCR based on efficient bit rate reduction (BRR), user requirements and technical conditions for its realization.