This is a very special, very cool unit that I'm reluctantly letting go -- it connects to older-style video cameras with tape drives and records video directly onto the unit. You don't need those old tapes, just connect with firewire to the camera, seat it with the cold shoe mount and you're in business! Original, not a copy, made in Japan, this hard drive recording unit has been designed to meet all your needs while providing maximum convenience. It boots up with no issues and includes a battery plus firewire cable. Unit boots right up, ready to go as you can see among the provided photos.

For more info, check here: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/461819-REG/Sony_HVRDR60_HVRDR60_Hard_Disk_Recording.html/specs