Recording and playback can be scheduled for automatic operation. A built-in FTP client and server are included in the HS-20, for either automated or manual file transfer and management. Record meetings, classes, or worship services on a regular schedule, then automatically upload the recording to a server and delete the recording, all without supervision. Or upload a new playlist for in-store music playback, including promotional announcements, all from a central location.

The HS-20 records to either SD Card or Compact Flash media, at up to 192kHz/24-bit Broadcast WAV formats. Balanced and unbalanced connections are available on the rear panel, as well as RS-232C Serial and Parallel connections for wired remote control. It's built on TASCAM's more reliable recording platform, designed for broadcast use.

For automated recording or playback with network accessibility and control, TASCAM's HS-20 is the only choice.

TP client function support enables uploading and downloading files from the HS-20 without supervision

FTP server function support enables uploading files to and downloading them from the HS-20 using an FTP client

Event lists for recording, playback, downloading and other functions enabled with time-based management

Uses SD/SDHC cards and CF cards (supports Ultra DMA)

Mirror recording function between SD/SDHC and CF media

Solid-state design with no moving parts for reliability and durability

Editing functions and simple operation equivalent to a MiniDisc recorder

44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz,16/24-bit resolutions supported

Compatible with BWF and WAV files (playback only of WAV files)

AES31 file import/export

JPPA flash start playlist import/export

Playlist mode allows takes to be added to a playlist and played back in the desired order

Take mode handles recorded takes separately

Touchscreen TFT color display allows intuitive operation

Files can be copied between USB flash drives and CF/SD cards

RC-HS20PD and RC-SS20 remote controls (sold separately) supported and can be used to flash start from 100 or 20 points, respectively

Flash starting is also possible using parallel control, serial control or a keyboard

FTP file transfer and remote control using telnet over 1000BASE-T LAN

Real-time operating system reduces application stress and realizes quick operation and high stability

VNC (Virtual Network Computing) supported

25-pin D-sub connector for parallel control

9-pin D-sub connector for RS-232C serial control

Jog and shuttle functions.

Auto cue, auto ready and incremental play functions

Analog XLR/RCA outputs

XLR AES/EBU digital inputs and outputs

RCA S/PDIF digital inputs and outputs

Headphone output

Word clock input, output and thru

PS/2 and USB keyboard connections

BNC video reference (NTSC/PAL black burst and HDTV Tri-level signals) supported

Timecode synchronization and RS-422 serial remote control can being supported by installing optional SY-2

EIA 2U rack mount size

RoHS compliant

Recording media: SD/SDHC card, CF card(Compact Flash)

File system: FAT32 (4GB or more), FAT16 (2GB or less)

File format: BWF(Poly), WAV

Number of channels: 2

Quantization bit rate: 16/24bit

Sampling frequency: 44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k / 176.4k / 192k Hz

Clock reference: INTERNAL, WORD IN, VIDEO IN, DIGITAL IN

Timecode formats: 3.976 / 24 / 25 / 29.97DF / 29.97NDF / 30DF / 30NDF

Analog audio inputs

BALANCED: XLR-3-31(1:GND/2:HOT/3:COLD)

Input impedance: 4.3k ohms

Nominal input level: +4dBu (D.ref.level -9dBFS :+6dBu)

Maximum output level

+15dBu (D.ref : -9dBFS, A.input:+6dBu)

+18dBu (D.ref : -14dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

+20dBu (D.ref : -16dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

+22dBu (D.ref : -18dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

+24dBu (D.ref : -20dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

D.Ref: Digital Ref. Level
A.input: Analog Input Ref. Level

UNBALANCED (RCA pin jacks)

Input impedance: 3.9k ohms

Nominal input level: -10dBV

Maximum output level: +6dBV

Analog audio outputs

BALANCED:XLR-3-32(1:GND/2:HOT/3:COLD)

Output impedance:100ohms

Nominal output level:+4dBu (D.ref.level -9dBFS :+6dBu)

Maximum output level

+15dBu(D.ref : -9dBFS, A.input:+6dBu)

+18dBu(D.ref : -14dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

+20dBu(D.ref : -16dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

+22dBu(D.ref : -18dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

+24dBu(D.ref : -20dBFS, A.input:+4dBu)

D.Ref:Digital Ref. Level
A.input:Analog Output Ref. Level

UNBALANCED (RCA pin jacks)

Output impedance:100ohms

Nominal output level:-10dBV

Maximum output level:+6dBV

PHONES: 6.3mm(1/4") stereo phone jack
Maximum output level: 45mW + 45mW (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32ohms loaded)

Digital audio inputs

AES/EBU: XLR-3-31

Input impedance: 110 ohms +/-20%

Format AES3-2003 / IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU)

IEC60958-3(S/PDIF)

Supported sampling frequency:44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k / 176.4k / 192k Hz (Single / Double / Quad)

When SRC is ON, the receivable range is 32k - 192k Hz

S/PDIF (RCA pin jack)

Input impedance: 75 ohms

Format AES3-2003 / IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU)

IEC60958-3(S/PDIF)

Supported sampling frequency:44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k / 176.4k / 192k Hz (Single / Double / Quad)

When SRC is ON, the receivable range is 32k - 192k Hz

Digital audio outputs

AES/EBU: XLR-3-32

Format AES3-2003 / IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU)

Supported sampling frequency:44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k / 176.4k / 192k Hz (Single / Double / Quad)

S/PDIF RCA

Format IEC60958-3(S/PDIF)

Supported sampling frequency:44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k / 176.4k / 192k Hz (Single / Double / Quad)

TIMECODE IN: BNC(SY-2)

Signal voltage amplitude:0.5-5Vp-p

Input impedance: 10k ohm

Format SMPTE 12M-1999 compatible

TIMECODE OUT: BNC(SY-2)

Signal voltage amplitude:2Vp-p

Output impedance:600 ohm

Format SMPTE12M-1999 compatible

WORD/VIDEO IN: BNC

Input voltage: 5V TTL (WORD IN)

1Vp-p (VIDEO IN)

Input impedance: 75 ohm +/-10%

Input frequency (WORD): 44.1/ 48/ 88.2/ 96/ 176.4/ 192

Input frequency (VIDEO): 24/25/29.97/30 (NTSC/PAL black burst/HDTV Tri-Level)

WOED/VIDEO THRU/OUT: BNC (WORD THRU/WORD OUT selectable)

Output voltage 5V,TTL(WORD OUT)

Output impedance:75 ohm +/-10%

Input frequency: 44.1/ 48/ 88.2/ 96/ 176.4/ 192

ETHERNET:RJ45

Supported standards: 100BASE-TX,1000BASE-T

USB: USB A type 4 pin

Fromat USB2.0 HIGH SPEED (480Mbps)

KEYBOARD:Mini DIN (PS/2)

CONTROL I/O

REMOTE RJ-45

PARALLEL:D-sub25pin

RS-422 D-sub 9-pin(SY-2)

RS-232C: D-sub9 pin

Power AC100V-240V, 50/60Hz

Power consumption 22W

Dimensions 482.6(W) x 94(H) x 317.1(D)mm

19(W) x 3.7(H) x 12.5(D)inch

Weight 4.9kg, 10lb

Audio performance

Frequency response

Analog in to Analog out: 20Hz-20kHz:+/-0.5dB (Fs:44.1/48kHz,JEITA), 20Hz-40kHz:+0.5dB/-2dB (Fs=88.2/96kHz,JEITA), 20Hz-80kHz:+0.5dB/-5dB (Fs=176.4/192kHz,JEITA)

Distortion (Analog in to Analog out): 0.005% or less (JEITA)

S/N ratio (Analog in to Analog out): 100dB or more (JEITA)