Mini DVR Pro
™
Manual, Fast Forward Video, Inc.
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Overview
The
Mini DVR Pro
is a standalone, handheld, pocket-sized digital video recorder with exceptional image
quality, featuring scalable motion-JPEG compression and an outstanding 720 x 486 pixel image
resolution. The dvr records up to 2 hours at a 20:1 compression with readily available compact flash
cards. It only uses multi-word DMA mode 2 compact flash cards. The recorder is equipped for
downloadable files via an on-board USB 2.0 port and is powered by either Alkaline or NiMH AA size
batteries. Extended operation during in-office playback or editing is assured using the supplied 9V power
supply. DVR is designed to develop and evolve as the industry changes. New features are implemented
regularly, most of which can be easily implemented by the DVR’s firmware, downloadable via FFV’s Web
site,
http://www.ffv.com
(see page 8 for instructions).
The M-JPEG compression settings on all versions of the Mini DVR Pro are user selectable from 4:1 to
20:1. In practice, it is advisable to set the compression to correspond with the best quality to storage
ratio. A setting of 7:1 is a good setting for general purpose Betacam images, 10:1 for S-VHS, 15:1 for
VHS. The rule of thumb for minutes of storage generally available is compression ratio time gigabytes
available, example : 10:1 compression ratio x 4 gigabytes = 10 x 1 + 40 Minutes recording time.
With single frame recording enabled, a frame will be recorded every time the record button is pressed.
The Loop record function continuously records material over the available space on the drive at the time
the recording starts. The loop never overwrites video on the drive prior to the start of a record. Two
drives function the same as one, the first drive is filled, then the second, then material is overwritten in the
order recorded until the record is stopped.
Standard Features
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Scalable Motion JPEG compression
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Time-Lapse Recording
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Analog Composite & Y/C Inputs & Outputs
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Loop Record
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Time/Date Stamp & Character Overlay
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RS-232 Control Set Up
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PC Viewable Files or Secure Video Files
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Slow Motion Playback via External Control
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Powered by 4 AA Batteries
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2 LED Outputs
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External DC power module ( International)
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Bezel Controls with external trigger connector
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NTSC, NTSC Japan (0 IRE black), or PAL
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2 Line Audio inputs (or optional 1 mic input)
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Stereo Audio Headphone Jack
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2 Line Audio Channels out
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USB 2.0 Download Port
