Direct to disk HD recording (what are the options) at DVinfo.net

Dwight Flynn · April 28th, 2008, 02:39 PM

I know of the firestore, adobe onlocation (with a laptop) and citidisk options for the P2 cam. However, if you are looking to record from a regular HD or HDV cam such as the sony HVR-A1U or the JVC 100U what are the options for direct disc recording. Keep in mind that recording time is important to me so I would want something that I don't have to change batteries or drives every 15 minutes in order to record 1080i. Also important is the ability be mobile, so if I don't have to be ties to a computer or laptop that would be a plus. Still all options are welcomed.

Dwight

Dale Backus · April 29th, 2008, 11:39 PM

You can still use a Firestore with a non-P2 camera. So theres an option...

Dwight Flynn · May 2nd, 2008, 04:41 PM

yeah I know but was hoping there were less pricey run and gun options in the portable direct to disk options list. ADS had a drive a few years back but, I believe, it was strictly dv. Anyway thanks

Doug Okamoto · May 2nd, 2008, 06:36 PM

If you are using a Sony HDV camcorder then you could consider the HVR D60 Hard Disk recorder. You can record up to 4.5 hours in HDV. It fits right on the hotshoe.

I see that it's listed on B&H for $1,399 and has a $500 rebate from Sony.

Denis Danatzko · May 2nd, 2008, 09:39 PM

might be one of the nNovia products. I think they already make one to accommodate HDV, and they recently announced that other upgrades are on their way.

Isn't Spec-Comm also working on something? (Though, as I understand it, that is a few months away from release).

April 28th, 2008, 02:39 PM	#1
Dwight Flynn Major Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: New York, NY Posts: 393	Direct to disk HD recording (what are the options) I know of the firestore, adobe onlocation (with a laptop) and citidisk options for the P2 cam. However, if you are looking to record from a regular HD or HDV cam such as the sony HVR-A1U or the JVC 100U what are the options for direct disc recording. Keep in mind that recording time is important to me so I would want something that I don't have to change batteries or drives every 15 minutes in order to record 1080i. Also important is the ability be mobile, so if I don't have to be ties to a computer or laptop that would be a plus. Still all options are welcomed. Dwight

May 2nd, 2008, 09:39 PM	#5
Denis Danatzko Major Player Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NYC Metro area Posts: 579	Another option... might be one of the nNovia products. I think they already make one to accommodate HDV, and they recently announced that other upgrades are on their way. Isn't Spec-Comm also working on something? (Though, as I understand it, that is a few months away from release). __________________ Denis ------------ Our actions are based on our own experience and knowledge. Thus, no one is ever totally right, nor totally wrong. We simply act from what we "know" to be true, based on that experience and knowledge. Beyond that, we pose questions to others.

April 29th, 2008, 11:39 PM	#2
Dale Backus Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 132	You can still use a Firestore with a non-P2 camera. So theres an option...

May 2nd, 2008, 04:41 PM	#3
Dwight Flynn Major Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: New York, NY Posts: 393	yeah I know but was hoping there were less pricey run and gun options in the portable direct to disk options list. ADS had a drive a few years back but, I believe, it was strictly dv. Anyway thanks

May 2nd, 2008, 06:36 PM	#4
Doug Okamoto Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Bellevue, Washington Posts: 145	If you are using a Sony HDV camcorder then you could consider the HVR D60 Hard Disk recorder. You can record up to 4.5 hours in HDV. It fits right on the hotshoe. I see that it's listed on B&H for $1,399 and has a $500 rebate from Sony.