This experiment will test and demonstrate state-of-the-art digital camcorder and video recorder technology that can complement or replace the aging, obsolete Canon analog camcorders currently used on the shuttle program. The long-term objective is to select a replacement that has the same or superior capabilities as the Canon's. It is expected that a digital camcorder will significantly improve the quality of shuttle video.
A primary objective of DTO 631 is to demonstrate that a digital video camcorder or recorder is easy to use on orbit, has interfaces that are identical to those of the standard camcorder, and is a beneficial addition to the shuttle program.
This is the first of two planned flights of this DTO.
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