The Datavideo HDR-90 is a top - notch professional 1U rackmountable ProRes 4K video recorder. It's a perfect fit for OB vans, live events, and multi - camera productions. With 10 - bit 4:2:2 ProRes recording, it captures amazing video quality, making it a great choice for high - end editing in Final Cut Pro X and other professional software. This recorder can record UHD 4K up to 2160p60, delivering smooth 60 frames per second for broadcast or cinematic use. It has multiple input options including one 4K HDMI input, one 12G - SDI input, and three 3G - SDI inputs. For multi - camera shoots, it can record up to four 1080p60 video streams at the same time. Dual SSD drives ensure uninterrupted recording and provide extended storage (compatible drives sold separately). The 5 - inch LCD touchscreen is very intuitive, making it easy to monitor video feeds, configure settings, and control recording. Professional monitoring tools like waveform, vectorscope, and focus peaking give you precise control. It also functions as a 4 - channel video switcher, allowing seamless switching between video sources via the touchscreen, which is great for live events. The HDR - 90 supports closed captions from SDI inputs for better accessibility. In summary, it's a powerful and versatile ProRes 4K recorder that offers excellent value for professional video production. It provides outstanding video quality, various recording options, a seamless workflow, and a compact rack - mountable design suitable for OB vans, studios, and other professional settings. For best performance, we recommend using Samsung 860/870 EVO SSD drives (sold separately).
Using the Datavideo HDR - 90 is quite straightforward. First, connect your video sources to the available inputs such as the 4K HDMI, 12G - SDI, or 3G - SDI inputs. Then, insert the compatible SSD drives (like Samsung 860/870 EVO SSDs) into the drive enclosures. You can use the 5 - inch LCD touchscreen to set up the recording parameters, monitor the video feeds, and start/stop recording. When doing multi - camera shoots, just select the sources you want to record simultaneously. If you're using it as a video switcher for live events, switch between sources easily on the touchscreen. As for maintenance, keep the device in a clean and dust - free environment. Make sure the operating temperature stays between 0 and 40 °C. Check the SSD drives regularly for any signs of wear or malfunction. Also, when you're not using the device for a long time, store it properly. And don't forget to use the provided adaptor and AC cord to power it with DC 12V.
