Shining Technology CitiDISK HDV Digital Video Recorder (160GB)
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The Shining Technology CitiDISK HDV Digital Video Recorder (160GB) uses the FireWire interface allowing tapeless video acquisition direct to the hard drive. Footage from HDV/DV camcorder tapes is converted into formats compatible with NLE (non-linear editing systems). Video clips from the camcorder are stored in either DV, AVI, MOV, or M2T formats in a pre-formatted FAT32 hard drive while HDV streams are always stored in M2T format, even if other settings are selected.
By pressing the record button in VCR mode, you can easily archive HDV/DV footage to available formats for back-up purposes. The MPEG2 transport stream is stored into the unit as a M2T file, as well as DV (DV25) and DVCPro50 (DV50) for instant editing capability. ‘QPLAY/PlayAll’ button helps you view the last captured scene, and by holding the button for 3 seconds you can also navigate the previous clips.
The CitiDISK HDV recorder automatically detects incoming MiniDV/DVCam/DVCPro (DV or DV25), DVCPro50, or HDV stream formats and 2-ch-16bit-48Khz/2-ch-16bit-44.1Khz/4-ch-12bit-32khz audio sampling rates, and provides record/playback in either format. With the Pre-scene loop recording, loss of important scenes can be prevented as the HDV/DV/DV50 streams are buffered in internal memory and instantly recorded to the unit’s hard drive when the record button is pressed.
A 90-minute rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery is embedded in the recorder and ensures non-stop shooting even after the 3-hour external battery power starts draining. Being lightweight, the recorder is shock-resistant with an internal shock absorption cushioning. A belt-configured carrying pouch is included in the package, which can fit multiple types of external battery packs.
- Uses the FireWire interface allowing tapeless video acquisition direct to hard drive
- Footage from HDV/DV camcorder tapes is converted into formats compatible with NLE (non-linear editing systems)
- Video clips from the camcorder are stored in one of DV, AVI, MOV, or M2T formats in a pre-formatted FAT32 hard drive while HDV streams are always stored in M2T format, even if other settings are selected
- HDV/DV footage can be easily archived to available formats for back-up purposes by pressing the record button in VCR mode
- MPEG2 transport stream stored into the unit as a M2T file, as well as DV (DV25) and DVCPro50 (DV50) for instant editing capability
- 'QPLAY/PlayAll' button - helps you to view the last captured scene and by holding the button for 3 seconds you can also navigate the previous clips
- Automatically detects incoming MiniDV/DVCam/DVCPro (DV or DV25), DVCPro50 or HDV stream formats and 2-ch-16bit-48Khz/2-ch-16bit-44.1Khz/4-ch-12bit-32khz audio sampling rates, and provides record/playback in either format
- Pre-scene loop recording - loss of important scenes can be prevented as the HDV/DV/DV50 streams are buffered in internal memory and instantly recorded to the unit's hard drive when the record button is pressed
- Consists of an internal 90-minute rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery that ensures non-stop shooting even after the 3-hour external battery power starts draining
- Lightweight and compact
- Shock-resistant - internal shock absorption cushioning
- Includes a belt-configured carrying pouch, which can fit multiple types of external battery packs
| Capacity | 160GB |
| Interface | FireWire (IEEEE 1394A) |
| Dimensions (WxHxL) | 3 x 1 x 5.62" (7.62 x 2.54 x 14.27cm) |
| Weight | 0.63 lb (285g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Plug it in and go
Cons
- Difficult To Set Up
- Only records as FAT 32
- Set up for mov is hard
Best Uses
- Good for conferences
Comments about Shining Technology CitiDISK HDV Digital Video Recorder (160GB):
Great concept for updating my old Sony z1u hdd camera. I'm having problems with tape drop outs so this is a good way to fix that issue and modernize my equipment. I read the Shining Technology specs over and over and still thought you can record direct to HDV .mov format, but not so. It records ONLY to M2T which must be converted or rewrapped as a .mov or .AVI file. It only functions with format is FAT 32 (10 minute clips)
So, it it not ready to edit as the info lead me to believe. I confirmed this with tech support. It WILL record directly to DV .mov just not HDV. They tell me however they have been working on this feature and there will be a firmware upgrade. In a few months maybe, but no promises. They recommend Clip Wrap for the M2T files. the demo takes a bout 3 minutes per hour of footage to rewrap.
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What's in the Box
- 6pin-4pin IEEEE 1394A (FireWire) Cable
- External DC +12V Wall Mount Power Adapter
- Belt-configured Carrying Pouch
- Quick Usage Guide
- Full Manual in CD-ROM
- 1-year Warranty
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