The Datavideo HDR-70 hard disk recorder is rack-mountable for use in studios or OB vans. Records PAL and HD video from SD/HD-SDI input. Records to a removable 2.5" HDD or SSD hard disk. The HDR-70 allows you to select colour sampling and data rate. Front panel buttons provide a local control of the unit similar to a traditional recorder. There are two XLR inputs and outputs for balanced audio.
The disk caddy supports HDD or SSD drives up to 500GB, and can be connected directly to a computer via USB 2.0 or eSata interface for uploading or editing directly from the drive. It records in NTFS file format, which can be read by Mac or Windows systems. Remote control of the HDR-70 is via a 9-pin connector that allows control via RS-232 or RS-422. The unit is powered by 12 volts DC, and the cable connector has a locking mechanism.
The Datavideo HDR-70 hard disk recorder is rack-mountable for use in studios or OB vans. Records PAL and HD video from SD/HD-SDI input. Records to a removable 2.5" HDD or SSD hard disk. The HDR-70 allows you to select colour sampling and data rate. Front panel buttons provide a local control of the unit similar to a traditional recorder. There are two XLR inputs and outputs for balanced audio.
The disk caddy supports HDD or SSD drives up to 500GB, and can be connected directly to a computer via USB 2.0 or eSata interface for uploading or editing directly from the drive. It records in NTFS file format, which can be read by Mac or Windows systems. Remote control of the HDR-70 is via a 9-pin connector that allows control via RS-232 or RS-422. The unit is powered by 12 volts DC, and the cable connector has a locking mechanism.
HDR-70 is an SDI hard disk recorder up to 1080p, with the possibility of being installed in a rack. It has a removable hard drive mouth, which supports both HDD and SSD. Once the recording is complete, the disc can be ejected and connected to a PC or editing system using a USB 2.0 or SATA interface.
Data sheet
Video Standard | HD & SD |
Video Format |
1080p 23.97/24Hz |
Supported Video Input Signal |
1x SDI |
Monitoring / Playback Output |
1x SDI (Input Loop Thru) |
Analog Audio Input / Output |
2x Balanced XLR (Stereo pair) |
Embedded Audio |
Both In & Out (8-CH on SDI/HDMI) |
Storage Medium |
2.5" Hard Drive / SSD*, Max capacity 1TB |
Estimated Record Time (min per 10GB) |
SD: 19 (50Mbps) ~ 70 (8Mbps) |
Recording Media |
1x 2.5" Removable HDD/ SSD |
Storage File System |
NTFS |
Recorded File Format |
MXF OP1A, MOV |
Video Recording Bit Rate / Color Sampling |
MPEG2 Long GOP HD: |
Audio Recording Format |
Uncompressed PCM |
Time Code In / Out |
Yes |
External Sync / Genlock |
Black Burst & Tri-level with loop thru |
External Control |
RS-232/422 (Dsub 9pin), GPI (min XLR) |
Power Failure Protection |
Content saved up to last second before power failure |
Chassis |
1RU 19” rack-mountable |
Dimension (LxWxH) |
288 x 481 x 49 mm |
Weight |
3.1 kg |
Operating Temp. Range |
0~40 °C |
Power |
DC 12V, 2A |
What's in the Box |
1 x HDR-70 product |
