AV recorder

[Gav]

Could you recommend me a video av recorder to SD or HDD? 

I want to use the 2nd av output of my 5.8ghz video receiver and connect to a simple cheap device that records direct to memory.  no screen no nothing just a simple recording device that can save in a format ready to copy to pc.

I've seen a device that records av to a 2.5IDE HDD for £25 delivered but needs a HDD in addition.  I'm not sure if the playback is av out only or if it can connect  and download to a pc?

Anyway I would be intetested to know if you guys have some ideas.

Cheers
Gav

[londonguy]

What is this hard-drive recorder you are talking about? I'd be interested in that.

There are a bunch of AV recorders out there.

FPV-Japan DVR is quite popular on some other forums I'm on. Otherwise there are some Archos ones that will do it that can had off ebay.

[Balders]

Afraid I can't answer your question directly, but just to say I use a camcorder with AV input. Just sling it over my shoulder and forget about it.

[Gav]

good idea about the camcorder with av input but want a cheaper solution.

a mate sent me this link for DVR recorders.  First one looks cool as it has a built in screen and battery.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280650820398?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648

and

http://www.jetviewcctv.com/product_info.php?products_id=415


I am going to borrow the one with a screen as my mate said he already has one.  If I like I will get one myself.   

[Balders]

When I was looking at this (before I figured out that my camcorder could do it) I looked into the jetview system and read not good things about it.  I can't remember the details but I think it was mostly based around quality of recording being "poor".

[Gav]

Yup will give that one a miss.  once I try the one with screen,  I'll report back.

By the way.  what camcorder do you have?

[MrBen]

I use an archos 705, cost about £80 but it has a screen as backup or passengers

[Balders]

My camcorder is a Canon HV30

[Gav]

My camcorder is a Canon HV30

  bit pricey for a DVR lol.  Wish there was an AV input on my Galaxy S2.

On a side note, I've just picked up some video glasses for £50.  can't wait to try them.  DVR is my last piece of kit I would like for my mini fpv setup.

[Quagmire]

The Aiptek ones are OK. I have the 6800 (I think) and it works well, £70 was good at the time but in hindsight the quality isn't too great and for an extra £10 you can get an Archos like Ben has, much better.

[UAVshop]

Hi Everyone,

FYI I have a mini DVR monitor on the website - very small, goes in your pocket and takes a direct AV in.

Check it out...only one left though...

Alex
UAVshop.co.uk

[Gav]

Just bought a Archos 700.  See how it goes.