JVC Pro SR-DVM700 Mini DV/HDD/DVD Recorder Video Transfer Device Review (page 2)
TECH SPECS
Mini DV
Format:DV format Rec / Play, DVCAM (Playback only)
Cassette: Mini DV cassette
Maximum Recording Times: SP-80 mins, with M-DV80ME cassette; LP-120 mins, with M-DV80ME cassette
Audio Recording System: PCM 48kHz, 16-bit (2-ch)/32kHz, 12-bit (4-ch)
DVD
Format: MPEG-2 (CBR/VBR)
Record/Play Formats: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM DVD+R
Play-only Formats DVD+RW, CDDA, VCD, CD-R/RW (JPEG, MP3, WMA)
Recording Times: 4.7GB DVD Max: 8 Hours duration
XP: Approx. 10Mbps: 1 hr.
SP: Approx. 5Mbps: 2 hrs.
LP: Approx. 2.5Mbps: 4 hrs.
EP: Approx. 1.6Mbps: 6 hrs.
FR60-480 Variable: 1-8 hours
Audio Recording System: Dolby Digital 2-ch, linear PCM (XP mode only)
Hard Disk Drive
Capacity: 250GB
Format: MPEG-2 (VBR)
Recording Times: 250GB HDD
DV: Approx. 25Mbps: 18 hrs.
XP: Approx. 10Mbps: 53 hrs.
SP: Approx. 5Mbps: 109 hrs.
LP: Approx. 2.5Mbps: 218 hrs.
EP: Approx. 1.6Mbps: 328 hrs.
FR60-480: Approx. 473 hrs. (non-continuous)
Audio Recording System: Dolby Digital 2-ch, linear PCM (XP mode)
General
Inputs/Outputs: BNC, FireWire, S-video (2), RCA-in (2), RCA-out (2), component, optical digital audio-out, coaxial digital audio-out
Control Protocol: RS-232C
Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/10" x 3-4/5" x 14-3/5"
Weight: 12.9 lbs.
Strengths
- 250GB hard disk space
- Multiple formats to play back and record
- Hooks up to most analog and digital devices
Weaknesses
- Too few cables included
SUMMARY
JVC's SR-DMV700 is an impressive all-in-one device used for recording, playing and transferring almost any kind of media file. It saves space and creates an easier workflow, but it comes at a high price.
Nick Strayer is a professional videographer and commercial producer.
JVC Professional
1700 Valley Rd.
Wayne, NJ 07470
pro.jvc.com
$1,795
