0845 838 5121
local call rate
or 01992 560230
Skype: inquit

Email us

EU SITE in €uro

All material on this site is copyright, held by Inquit Publishing Ltd and trade mark holders.

Break away from Internet Explorer - try Firefox. It’s fast, secure and free!

And try Open Office instead of MS Office. Fully compatible and free.

Why not have a car-free day each week?
The earth needs your help.

TASCAM HD-P2

Larger pictures
Brochure

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

£879

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.

Recording time depending on memory size and recording resolution (Hours:Minutes)

CF Card

44.1k/16-bit

48k/16-bit

48k/24-bit

96k/24-bit

192k/24-bit

00:50

00:46

00:31

00:15

00:07

01:36

01:30

01:00

00:30

00:15

03:18

03:06

02:00

01:00

00:30

06:42

06:12

04:06

02:00

01:00

13:30

12:24

08:12

04:06

02:00

Main Features

Recording

• Portable high-definition stereo recorder
  Ideal for electronic news gathering and other high-quality recording tasks in the field
• Recording media: CompactFlash, Microdrive
  Reliable, easily obtainable media for quick and easy audio transfer to computers (via CF card reader)
• 16- or 24-bit recording resolution at sample rates from 44.1 kHz through 192 kHz
  Produce state-of-the-art recordings at standard or high resolutions compatible with CD, SACD and DVD audio
• Uncompressed, time-stamped Broadcast Wave file format
  Is easily imported into DAW software and spotted into projects with sample accuracy
• Pre-Record Cache
  Permanently stores the last 5 or 10 seconds (selectable) when in Record Ready to even capture audio events happening before actually starting the recording (can be disabled)
• Retake function
  Allows user to re-do last recording with a single button press
• Audio files continually re-saved
  To safeguard against data loss
• Comprehensive system and transport control
  From the front panel or a PS/2 keyboard
  Inputs and Outputs
• Balanced XLR mic inputs with phantom power, 20-dB PAD, and analogue peak limiter
  Connect two dynamic or condenser microphones, PAD reduces input level when recording from high sound pressure sources, limiter guards against unpredictable overloads
• Low-cut filter on each analogue input
  Reduces low-frequency noise (impact, rumble, hum, wind etc.)
• Unbalanced stereo line input (RCA)
  Record directly from any stereo line level source (mixer etc.)
• Unbalanced stereo line output (RCA)
  Use HD-P2 as playback source; transfer your recordings to analogue equipment
• SPDIF digital input and output (coaxial)
  Record from digital sources, transfer your recordings digitally to any mixer, recorder etc.
• Headphone output (6.3-mm stereo jack)
  Monitor recordings with studio headphones
• Built-in mono microphone and speaker
  For desktop interview applications
• FireWire port for connection with computer
  Easy and fast file transfer to PC or Mac
• Analogue level controls
  Allow easy operation without the need to look at the unit
  Synchronization
• SMPTE/LTC timecode input on locking XLR balanced jack
  Timestamps Broadcast Wave recordings from SMPTE input
• Chase locks to incoming SMPTE timecode
• Video clock input
  Resolves to house clock
• Tri-level sync support
  For HDTV applications
• Includes Frame Lock, Lock and Release and flexible Freewheel settings for unpredictable timecode sources
• Pull-up and Pull-down sample rates included
  For video format compatibility
• Convenience
  Familiar tape machine-style layout and function
  Easily enter/edit file names via Computer Keyboard
  Large, angled, uncluttered LC display
  For table-top or shoulder strap use
• Shortcut keys and LED indicators for frequently-accessed functions
• Recessed Compact Flash slot
• Runs on eight AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH or NiCd) or DC power adapter
  Approximately 5.5 hours of operating time on battery power
• Durable and lightweight housing for field use
• Supplied accessories: Shoulder Belt, Carrying Case, AC adapter CS-P2
• Specifications

General

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, 24.975, 25, 29, 29.97 DF/NDF, 30 DF/NDF

Audio inputs and outputs

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

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

Frequency response

20 Hz to 20 kHz, –1.0 dB (44.1/48 kHz) 20 kHz to 40 kHz, +0.5 dB/–4.0 dB (88.2/96 kHz) 20 Hz to 80 kHz, +0.5 dB/–20.0 dB (176.4/192 kHz)

Dynamic range

> 105 dB(A) (MIC to LINE OUT, 44.1 kHz, 22-kHz LPF)

Total harmonic distortion

< 0.01 % (1 kHz, max. level, Trim min, 22-kHz LPF, MIC to LINE OUT)

Crosstalk

> 80 dB (1 kHz)

Delay

0.6 ms (44.1 kHz) 0.1 ms (192 kHz)

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

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

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)

260 mm x 196 mm x 65 mm

Weight

1.2 kg (excluding batteries and AC adapter)

Supported operating systems

Windows XP, Macintosh OS X (10.3 or higher)