TASCAM's HS-2000 provides broadcast and post studios with the functions of timecode DAT on a reliable solid-state-based transport. Recordings are captured to a pair of Compact Flash cards, either individually or to both for redundancyConfidence Monitoring is available to listen to audio off the card while recording. In addition to recording and logging tasks, the HS-2000 includes On-air and monitor play modes.
Audio on the HS-2000 is captured as Broadcast WAV files, including a timestamp from the SMPTE input source. The transport can be controlled over RS-232C, RS-422, Parallel or LAN control. Balanced analog audio is interfaced through XLR connectors, and multi-channel AES/EBU digital I/O is available.
A color TFT touchscreen is used to change settings and view meters on the HS-2000, making the GUI simple to use. Three remote controls are available with a variety of flash start, transport and fader functions.
Features:
2-track recorder with timecode chase (HS-2000)
Solid-state recording using dual Compact Flash card slots for redundancy
Confidence monitoring mode for read-after-write verification
Fast boot time
Dual Deck mode operates as two separate stereo recorders (HS-4000)
Simple-to-use Touch screen interface with large color TFT display
Timeline mode and Take mode
On-air audio playback and monitor playback
Advanced playlist functions include adding tracks to playlist while in play
Gigabit ethernet control and file transfer
Serial RS-422 and Parallel control modes
USB host for record/transfer to USB flash media
SMPTE Timecode sync with pull-up/pull-down modes
Up to 96kHz/24-bit recording
Export projects to AES31 format
Stereo monitor mixing
Video sync input supports NTSC/PAL/BB/HD Tri-Level
Flash start using controller (RC-HS32PD, RC-HS20PD, RC-SS20), parallel control, RS-232C control or PS/2 keyboard
Jog/Shuttle function
2u rackmount size
Specifications and interface:
XLR balanced inputs/outputs
XLR balanced stereo monitor outputs
1/4" TRS stereo headphone output
RS-422, RS-232C and Parallel inputs on D-sub
XLR balanced SMPTE timecode input and output
RJ-45 gigabit ethernet
PS/2 keybard input
USB host output (type-A 4P, USB 2.0)
RJ-45 remote input (for RC-HS20PD or RC-HS32PD only)