The MD80 Video Recorder comes in a small box with all the accessories needed to get started immediately. The recorder self is very small, and I'm sure that it can be used on many different size R/C helicopters to record some aerial footage.

You need Windows 2000/XP or Vista 32 on your PC to view video clips taken with the MD80 Mini Video Recorder. I was really surprised by the play back video quality. The Recorders microphone is very sensitive, and assures for very good overall sound quality. Video clips are recorded in full color (680 x 480) at 25 frames per second. Included is a 2G Micro SD Card that allows you to store one hour and twenty minutes of video footage. The MD80 Mini Video Recorder is capable of  recording up to five hours and twenty minutes of video clips with a 8G Micro SD Card. The 8G Micro SD Card is not included with the recorder, and needs to be bought additionally if needed.

The view angle of the lens is 72º, and is great for aerial videos. The MD80 Mini Video Recorder has a rechargeable battery that gives two hours recording time, and 250 hours standby time (sound trigger). A handy function of the Recorder is the sound activation function. In this mode the Recorder will be triggered to start recording if the surrounding sound accedes 65 decibels, and stop recording if the surrounding sound is less than 65 decibels. This function will be very handy if you want to use the Recorder as a spy cam.

The MD80 Mini Video Recorder weighs 44g, and the housing is made from alloy. I use the supplied Silicon Case to protect my Recorder from scratching, and if it is accidentally dropped. For those that want to mount the Recorder against the wall for a stationary viewpoint, the supplied clip and bracket can be used. Overall I'm very impressed with the designing features of the MD80 Mini Video Recorder   

To view the recorded footage, simply connect the Recorder to your PC with the supplied USB cable. Switch the Reorder on, and open the folder to view the files. Very simple and effective. The CD that is provided with the Recorder is only needed if you want to download the drivers to use the Recorder as a webcam.