Jeff Geerling 3/27/2026

Bring back MiniDV with this Raspberry Pi FireWire HAT

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This article details how to build a portable 'Memory Recording Unit' (MRU) using a Raspberry Pi 5, a FireWire HAT (Firehat), and a PiSugar battery to replace MiniDV tapes in older FireWire cameras. It covers hardware setup, software configuration including kernel recompilation for FireWire support, and practical use for recording or archiving MiniDV tapes. The project is aimed at tech enthusiasts interested in retro video preservation and DIY IT solutions.

Bring back MiniDV with this Raspberry Pi FireWire HAT

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