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Answering the call of remote recording engineers, the HD-P2 is the professional solution for the challenging requirements of live and on-location applications. It writes uncompressed Broadcast Wave audio files at up to 192-kHz/24-bit resolution for audiophile quality to CompactFlash or Microdrive media. Files are instantly available through the built-in high-speed FireWire computer connection and can be loaded into DAW projects with sample accuracy.
Unlike consumer MP3 sketchpads, the professional HD-P2 incorporates high-end features like SMPTE timecode and clock input for synchronization to video recorders or other external devices while in record or playback. Its XLR microphone inputs include phantom power and a limiter to curb unpredictable distortion during live events. The user interface has been designed for fast and intuitive use under stressful one-take-only situations, and with its large, angled LCD, the HD-P2 is perfect for any application from over-the-shoulder location recording to concert recording and commercial use.
Recording time
The following chart provides approximate recording times for the HD-P2. To use the chart, first find the audio resolution you plan to record in. Move down the chart to find the length of recording time you need. Then move left to see what size CompactFlash card you'll need to use.
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Recording time depending on memory size and recording resolution (Hours:Minutes)
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CF Card
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44.1k/16-bit
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48k/16-bit
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48k/24-bit
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96k/24-bit
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192k/24-bit
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| 512MB | 00:50 | 00:46 | 00:31 | 00:15 | 00:07 |
| 1GB | 01:36 | 01:30 | 01:00 | 00:30 | 00:15 |
| 2GB | 03:18 | 03:06 | 02:00 | 01:00 | 00:30 |
| 4GB | 06:42 | 06:12 | 04:06 | 02:00 | 01:00 |
| 8GB | 13:30 | 12:24 | 08:12 | 04:06 | 02:00 |
Main Features
- Portable high-resolution stereo audio recorder for electronic news gathering and other recording tasks in the field
- Recording media: Compact Flash, Micro Drive
- Sampling frequencies: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz
- 16-/24-bit Stereo or Mono recording
- Record from 16-bit/44.1kHz up to 24-bit/192kHz
- Audio file format: Time Stamped Broadcast Wave (BWF)
- Two XLR balanced microphone inputs with phantom power and 20dB PAD
- Two RCA unbalanced line inputs
- Limiter on each analogue input
- Low-cut filter on each analogue input
- RCA unbalanced line output
- Coaxial digital input and output (SPDIF)
- XLR timecode input
- BNC external clock input
- Timecode chase with video reference
- Built-in mono speaker and mono microphone
- PS/2 Keyboard input
- Large high resolution 240x160 LC Display
- Uses AA batteries for over 5 hours of continuous operation
- Easy and fast file transfer to PC or Mac via FireWire or CF card reader
- Durable and lightweight housing for field use
- Supplied accessory: Shoulder Belt
- Optional accessories: Carrying Case, AC adapter CS-P2
Specifications
| General | ||
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| Recording media | CompactFlash card (40x/80x), Microdrive | |
| File system | FAT16, FAT32 | |
| Recording format | Broadcast Wave audio files (BWF) | |
| Quantization | 16/24 bit linear | |
| Sampling frequencies | 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz | |
| External clock | SPDIF, Video (NTSC or PAL), LTC, Word | |
| Frame rates | 23.976, 24, 25, 29, 29.97 DF/NDF, 30 DF/NDF | |
| Audio inputs and outputs | ||
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| MIC input | 2 x XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3:COLD) | |
| Input impedance | 1.3 kOhm | |
| Input level | –60 dBu (Trim max) to –13.8 dBu (Trim min) | |
| Maximum gain | 46.2 dB | |
| Headroom | 16 dB (22 dB with limiter) | |
| PAD | 20 dB | |
| LINE input | 2 x RCA | |
| Input impedance | 10 kOhm | |
| Input level | –46.2 dBV (Trim max) to 0 dBV (Trim min) | |
| Maximum gain | 46.2 dB | |
| Headroom | 16 dB | |
| LINE output | 2 x RCA | |
| Output impedance | 100 Ohm | |
| Nominal output level | –10 dBV | |
| Maximum output level | +6 dBV | |
| DIGITAL input | RCA (coaxial) | |
| Input impedance | 75 Ohm | |
| Audio format | IEC60958 (SPDIF) | |
| Quantization | 24 bit | |
| DIGITAL output | RCA (coaxial) | |
| Output impedance | 75 Ohm | |
| Audio format | IEC60958 (SPDIF) | |
| Quantization | 24 bit | |
| PHONES | 6.3-mm stereo phone jack | |
| Maximum output power | 55 mW + 55 mW (at 32-Ohm load) | |
| Built-in loudspeaker | ||
| Output power | 500 mW | |
| Impedance | 16 Ohm | |
| Other inputs and outputs | ||
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| TIMECODE INPUT | XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3:COLD) | |
| Input impedance | 75 Ohm | |
| VIDEO INPUT | BNC | |
| Input impedance | 75 Ohm | |
| KEYBOARD | PS/2 | |
| FIREWIRE | IEEE 1394 (6-pin) | |
| Format | IEEE1394 (Asynchronous) | |
| Baud Rate | 400 Mbps | |
| Audio performance | ||
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| Frequency response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±1.0 dB (44.1/48 kHz) 20 kHz to 40 kHz, +0.5 dB/–3.0 dB (88.2/96 kHz) 40 Hz to 80 kHz, +0.5 dB/–20.0 dB (176.4/192 kHz) |
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| Dynamic range | > 105 dB(A) (MIC to LINE OUT, 44.1 kHz, 22-kHz LPF) | |
| Total harmonic distortion | < 0.01 % (1 kHz, MIC to LINE OUT, max level (22–22,000 Hz), Trim min, 22-kHz LPF) | |
| Crosstalk | > 80 dB (1 kHz) | |
| Delay | 1.5 ms (44.1 kHz) 0.7 ms (192 kHz) |
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| Limiter attack time | < 25 µs | |
| Limiter release time | < 50 ms | |
| Low Cut filter | 100 Hz (–18 dB/Oct.) | |
| Phantom Power | +48 V, 10 mA | |
| Power supply and other specifications | ||
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| AC adapter input voltage | 100 V AC, 50–60 Hz 120 V AC, 60 Hz 230 V AC, 50 Hz 240 V AC, 50 Hz |
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| AC adapter output voltage | 12 V DC (600 mA) | |
| Batteries | 8 x AA (SUM-3), Alkaline, NiMH (recommended), NiCd | |
| Power consumption | 6 W (with CompactFlash) | |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C to 35 °C | |
| Display | 240 x 160 px with backlight | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 245 mm x 188 mm x 60 mm | |
| Weight | 1.2 kg (excluding batteries and AC adapter) | |
| Supported operating systems | Windows XP, Macintosh OS X (10.3 or higher) | |
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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