The SR-MV40US is designed for use in educational institutions, video production studios, corporate and government installations. It simplifies the DVD recording process and allows archiving of existing S-VHS and VHS libraries to DVD with a single push of the button. Its built in IEEE-1394 connector provides an easy connection to popular editing systems from Apple®, Adobe®, and Avid®.

Unlike consumer models, an Automatic Finalize function simplifies and speeds up the DVD creation process. And, DVD's can be authored with the option of "full-repeat" (loop mode) for kiosk-type POS and museum applications.

• S-VHS,VHS, DVD-R/RW, DVD-RAM recording and playback compatibility
• One-Touch recording from tape to disc and automatic disc finalization for simplified operation
• Professional MPEG2 encoding, time base correction, and 3D noise reduction for superior picture quality
• Direct recording from DV and NLE sources via IEEE-1394
• IEEE-1394 compatibility with major NLE platforms (Avid®, Adobe®, Apple®)(record only)
• Dual tuners for simultaneous broadcast and cable recording to S-VHS/VHS and DVD-R
• Mode lockout function to prevent tampering in public areas
• RF output to simplify distribution and compatibility with existing televisions and display networks
• A wide range of input and output connections (Composite I/O, YC I/O, Component out, IEEE-1394 in, etc.) for system compatibility, control and to maximize picture and sound quality.
• Rugged commercial design with BNC video connector, 3-prong power cord.

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