Frequently Asked Questions
A: Unlike most video system retailers and distributors, we are a manufacturer. We have engineers on staff that are constantly developing our systems to have the highest quality video with the most durable components. Our superior encoding, high bit rates, and most efficient compression algorithms, combined with extreme temperature and shock ranges, are the main reasons why Datatoys is used by top F1 teams, aerobatic pilots and the military.
A: 95% of all orders ship the same day, custom and large volume orders usually take 2-3 business days. Contact a Datatoys sales representative for more information.
A: Extremely easy! Datatoys uses a modular wiring system which incorporates video, power, and audio into one simple connection, making all of our systems as simple to install as: plug and go!
A: Depending on your requirements, most of the time wireless transmission is possible. If you are interested in getting a wireless system please contact sales@datatoys.com for more information.
A: In order to shoot video you need two basic items: a camera and a recorder. On a camcorder, obviously these are packaged together, but for many applications it is best to have these two elements separate. Our video systems use small light weight digital recorders that record an analog signal from our small and light weight bullet cameras. By separating these two items you are able to mount the camera element in more extreme locations.
A: Datatoys uses optimized Sony EXView HAD CCD with HQ1 DSP 580 Line bullet cameras. To put it simply, our cameras have the best light sensors and interpreters with the most lines of resolution readily available to the consumer market. Our cameras also feature a cable strain relief, a wide range of interchangeable lenses, and are completely waterproof to over 60ft.
A: High definition determines the size of the picture, not what goes into the picture. Nearly every "HD" system currently on the market is a hybrid, meaning it merely up-converts standard definition video; or is based on a CMOS sensor. CMOS sensors are currently inferior to CCD chips and offer a significantly less quality and perform poorly in low, and changing light situations. Currently the XM-DVR Pro has better picture quality the almost every "so called" HD system on the market. Even though Datatoys has the best quality we are constantly improving and offering the best technology available.
A: If your camcorder features an analog AV-INPUT then yes. Most camcorders have a port labeled "AV". This typically acts as both an input and an output. We always recommend you contact the camcorder's manufacturer to verify.
A: We recommend VLC media player, DivX Player, and Windows Media Player.
A: There are a lot of great programs on the market. In-house we use MPG2CUT2 for our quick XM-DVR Pro editing. We use TMPGEnc 4.0 for video encoding. And we use Roxio and Sony Vegas for DVD creation.
