FUTURE STYLE
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Portable two track Hard Disk Recorder |
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Media The FR-2 can record to Type II CompactFlash cards and the new breed of PCMCIA 1.8-inch hard disk drives (up to 96kHz), offering maximum flexibility and choice. The new 1.8-inch Type II PC Card hard disk drives pack high capacity into a very compact format. Their powerful, lightweight design makes them an ideal acquisition media offering, for example, 289 minutes of stereo recording at 24-bit/48kHz. The FR-2 is a portable two-track field memory recorder for professional use, which records to Compact FlashType II Compact Flash cards or PCMCIA 1.8" hard disk drives. Designed specifically for location sound recording, broadcast and sound effects acquisition,TV and radio documentary, and in fact any application where high quality audio recording is required Adopting the BWF Broadcast WAV file format, FR2 can be set to record mono or stereo files with 16 or 24-bit quantisation over a vast range of frequencies from 22.05kHz for extended recording time up to 192kHz for the highest quality audio acquisition. Transferring files for editing and/or backup is fast and simple via a Compact Flash reader attached to a computer; a PCMCIA slot and/or a CF adaptor (ideal for those editing with a laptop) or indeed the on-board USB port. The FR-2 incorporates a number of features developed through Fostex’s work in location DVD-RAM recording with the PD-6 and DV40. Automated file/take naming speeds up time spent naming files between takes on location and complies with both US and Euro clapper board standards. In addition, the inclusion of a ‘pre-record’ buffer (user adjustable) means there should never be missed take or lost soundbite. Timecode The FR-2 can be retrofitted with an optional, fully featured timecode card offering both reader and generator thus turning it into the ideal production and location recorder, whether it be used as a master or backup machine. - Recording industry standard, PC-compatible BWF files (stereo/mono) on a FAT32 media format - Up to 24-bit/192kHz uncompressed recording - Includes a unique 22.05kHz sampling frequency setting for extended recording - Records to both Type II CompactFlash cards and PCMCIA 1.8” hard disk drives (may require software update for PCMCIA HD operation) - Fostex’s “File per Take” system with auto scene and take naming/increment - Two balanced XLR microphone inputs with switchable phantom power and mic pre-amps -Digital XLR input-RCA analog outputs -1 watt speaker output - 132 x 64 dot matrix LCD screen for ease of use and high visibility in the field - Uses AA-sized rechargeable NiMH batteries which are widely available due to the popularity of digital cameras. 8 AA cells will provide approximately 2.5 hours operation when recording to a CF card - File transfer to PC/Mac via PCMCIA, CF adaptor or standard on-board USB connection for data editing and/or backup (complies with Windows ME/2000/XP, Mac OS 10.2 or higher) SOFTWARE UPDATES The latest FR-2 software update and installation proceedures are available for download. FR-2 update software v.1.03 - Quick on-board file naming or via external keyboard through standard USB keyboard port - “Pre-record” loop buffer of approximately 10 seconds (varies depending on sampling frequency) - Software update via CF or PCMCIA card with downloads from the internet 8 x AA batteries or 12v DC power 5w power consumption About 2 Kg w/o batteries 10"(w) x 4"(h) x 8.5"(d) cm. 25,4 x 10,6 x 21,59 - Optional timecode generator / reader card OPTIONS Model 8347 Timecode Card The FR-2 can be retrofitted with an optional timecode reader/generator card. Using a standard 5-pin locking Lemo connector, the card can be fully configured though FR-2's front panel display to provide all standard frame rates including 23.976 and 29.97drop; pull-up and pull-down and jam sync. The generator can work in 24 hour, Rec Run, Free Run or external, with output being set to repro or gen. The addition of the timecode card allows FR-2 to be used for location recording where portability is key and on sets not requiring an high number of independent tracks. Also FR-2 could be an addition to a sound mixers arsenal also finding a use as a timecode backup machine to a main recorder. Model AD12-1300 AC adaptor An AC adaptor is also available for mains power operation. |
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FOSTEX Contacts: Fostex Corporation (Tokyo, Japan) Phone: +81 (0)42 546 4974 Fax: +81 (0)42 546 9222
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