Datavideo’s HDR-40 is a hard drive based video recorder, with removable hard drive enclosure, designed for studio desktop applications. The HDR-40 records from both Standard and High Definition video equipment via SDI, with HDMI output, and convenient SDI loop through. The recorders provide a choice of 1080i, 720p, 576i and 480i recording formats. You can record HD in either IBP or Intra-frame (i frame), and SD in IBP.
The recorded .M2T files are compatible with a wide range of NLE and play-out solutions on the market. Once recording is completed, the hard drive enclosure simply ejects and can connect via USB-2 to a PC or MAC based NLE system. (USB 2.0 to mini-USB cable provided).
You can work directly from the removable drive, or copy video files into the NLE’s video drives. The remote control interface includes RS-422, RS-232, and GPI for easy integration with other equipment.
The recorded .M2T files are compatible with a wide range of NLE and play-out solutions on the market. Once recording is completed, the hard drive enclosure simply ejects and can connect via USB-2 to a PC or MAC based NLE system. (USB 2.0 to mini-USB cable provided).
You can work directly from the removable drive, or copy video files into the NLE’s video drives. The remote control interface includes RS-422, RS-232, and GPI for easy integration with other equipment.
HDR-40 Key Features
Embedded Audio
HDR-40 features embedded stereo audio via SDI.
Audio Monitor
HDR-40 includes an Audio Monitor function standard.
USB 2.0 & eSATA
The hard drive enclosure includes convenient USB 2.0 and eSATA connectors.
320GB Hard Drive Included
Includes a 2.5” 320GB hard drive in a removable enclosure plus an additional 2.5″ empty removable enclosure
Additional Hard Drives
HDR-40 is able to use extra 250GB, 320GB, or 500GB Hard Drives.




