TASCAM has released the DR-V1HD, a portable high-definition digital audio and video recording/playback device. The microphones and lens can rotate to enable recording from all angles.

General Features:

• Uses microSD/microSDHC cards as storage media (includes a 2GB microSD card).
• 180-degree rotation of microphones and lens.
• Color 2.4-inch LCD screen.
• USB 2.0 port.
• Power supply: 3 Alkaline batteries (LR6) or Ni-MH (HR15/51) batteries or AC power adapter.
• Supports tripod mounting.
• Includes USB connection cable.
• Continuous recording time: 5 hours.

Video Section:

• HD or VGA video mode (1280x720p / 640x480p).
• 30 fps frame rate.
• Large focus range (0.39 meters to infinity).
• 1x – 4x digital zoom.
• HDMI digital output for viewing on high-definition TVs.
• Photo capture capability (1280 x 720 or 640 x 480).
• Slide-show playback capability.
• White balance selection.

Audio Section:

• Linear PCM (WAV) recording/playback files, 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bit.
• Stereo input for external microphones or line signals.
• Built-in speaker for listening.
• Low-cut filter (40/80/120 Hz).
• Automatic or manual recording level control.
• Limiter.
• Stereo output for headphones or connecting to another device.
• Auto start recording function.