What the thread found

• The Archos 400 Series records video to a hard drive with dimensions of approximately 125 x 78 x 20-26 mm and weighs 280-320 grams depending on storage capacity.
• Video input to the Archos 400 requires either a cradle accessory or an optional separate video input unit.
• The Archos 400 can play back video at 704x380 resolution but recording resolution at this level is uncertain.
• Battery life on the Archos 400 is approximately 45 minutes, though the device can be powered indefinitely from a sled power supply at 6 volts.
• The Archos 400 records in MPEG4 compression using DivX or Xvid codecs, which are shareable formats.
• The RCA LYRA is a competing portable hard drive recorder with video input via mini plug connector and 5V power requirement, with approximately 3 hours battery life in record and standby mode.
• Hard drive recorders provide advantages over DV recorders in price, weight, and storage capacity but do not match DV quality.
• Video playback can be transmitted from a sled to remote locations through video connectors on the sled, though physical proximity to the director during playback is preferred for effective collaboration.
• Portable hard drive recorders with touch screens may be problematic in cold weather conditions.
• The storage capacity required depends on the resolution used, with higher resolutions consuming more space per minute of recording.

Depends on

• The Archos 400 recording resolution at 704x380 was not confirmed.
• Actual reliability and durability of these devices in field use was not thoroughly tested in this discussion.
• Cold weather performance of touch screen interfaces is speculative rather than documented.
• Compatibility between video transmission capabilities and specific sled models varies and was not comprehensively covered.
• One user reported a LYRA unit failing after one day of use at retail.

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