Fostex FR-2 Field Memory Recorder

 
Fostex FR-2 Field Memory Recorder
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SKU: DARFOS106
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FR2 - General Description

The Fostex FR-2 has been designed specifically for location sound recording; high quality sound effects acquisition; Film, TV & radio documentary; in fact any application where quality audio recording is required. With excellent quality (up to 24-bit / 192KHz recording - a first for a CF recorder), huge feature list and a cost-effective price point, the FR-2 offers users of portable DAT and other formats the opportunity to make the switch to a more flexible, higher quality audio acquisition machine without sacrificing features.

FR2 - Features

  • 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 I & II CompactFlash cards and PCMCIA 1.8” hard disk drives
  • Fostex’s “File per Take” system with auto scene & take naming/increment
  • Two balanced XLR microphone inputs with switchable phantom power and top quality, high headroom mic pre-amps
  • 132 x 64 dot matrix LCD screen for ease of use & 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
  • Easy file transfer to PC/Mac via PCMCIA, CF adaptor or standard on-board USB connection for data editing and/or backup
  • Quick and easy on-board file naming or via external keyboard through standard USB keyboard port
  • “Pre-record” loop buffer of approximately 10 seconds
  • Easy software update via CF or PCMCIA card with downloads from the internet
  • Optional timecode generator / reader card

FR2 - Specifications

General
Recording Media: CompactFlash card, PCMCIA HD
Recording Format: BWF
Number of Channels: Stereo / Mono
Sampling Frequency: 22.05 / 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192kHz
Quantization: 16 bit (22.05 - 48kHz), 24 bit (44.1 - 192kHz

Physical
Power Requirement: 8 x AA type dry cell (NiMH recommended)
AC adaptor (optional)
DC 12V
Power Consumption: approx. 5W
Dimension: 250(W) x 77(H) x 220(D) mm
Weight: 1.5kg (w/out battery

Performance
R/P Frequency Response: 20Hz to 10kHz +/-1dB (fs: 22.05kHz)
20Hz to 20kHz +/-1dB (fs: 44.1 / 48kHz)
20Hz to 40kHz +/-2dB (fs: 88.2 / 96kHz)
20Hz to 80kHz +/-3dB (fs: 176.4 / 192kHz
S/N (ADC-DAC, 24-bit, ref: -20dB, fs:48kHz): Line (input gain: +4dBu): 100dB (typical
Dynamic Range: 100dB (ADC-DAC, 24bit, ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz) typical
T.H.D. (ADC-DAC, 24-bit, ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz): Line (input gain: +4dBu): Less than 0.005% (at 1kHz, -1dB typical)
Mic (input gain: -60dBu): Less than 0.008% (at 1kHz, -1dB typical
Power Life approx: 2 hours 30 min. (8 x AA NiMH type/2300mAH

Input/Output
Analog Audio Input L/R: Connector: XLR-3-31 type (Pin2: Hot)
Line Input Impedance: More than 6k ohm
Reference Input Level: +4dBu
Maximum Input Level: +24dBu (Trim: +4dBu, at the prefader stage
Mic: Input Impedance: More than 6k ohm
Input Level: -60dBu
Maximum Input Level: -40dBu (Trim: +4dBu, at the prefader stage)
Phantom Power: P48
Analog Audio Output L(Mono)/R: Connector: RCA pin type
Output Load Impedance: more than 10k ohm
Nominal Output Level: +4dBu
Headphone Output: 50 + 50mW (32 ohm)
Max Speaker Output: Level 1W
Digital Input/Output (expect for 176.4, 192kHz): Connector: XLR
Input Format: S/P DIF / AES/EBU automatic
Output Format: S/P DIF / AES/EBU switchable
USB x 2 (Keyboard / PC only

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