HS-20
2 Channel Network Recorder/Player
The HS-20 is a professional two-channel recorder/player that is capable of uploading and downloading files to/from servers via an FTP client function.
Event lists for recording, playback, and downloading aligned with time-based management are perfect for scheduled playback scenarios such as BGM and in-store announcements.
Through the combination of event lists with the FTP client function, users can easily create a system in which files uploaded onto the server at headquarters can be automatically distributed and played at different store branches.
This model has been discontinued.
Automatic uploading function enables automatic uploading of recorded data
After completing a recording, the HS-20 can automatically upload the recorded data to a designated server.
Various applications can be performed by combining this automatic upload function with recording/downloading events; for instance, users can automatically upload files from a scheduled recording onto the server, with the files being automatically retrieved from the server for playback or archiving.
SNTP client feature enables recording/playback/download control using event lists with accurate time management
The SNTP client feature automatically adjusts its internal clock via the internet, meaning that recording, playback, downloading, and other events can be executed at accurate, synchronized times.
The recording/playback format supports BWF/WAV (playback only) and 192kHz/24bit high-resolution recording/playback. SD/SDHC cards and CF cards are used for memory media.
The recording playback unit possesses a high level of durability that does not require maintenance due to its lack of moving mechanisms.
Professional quality 2-channel recorder/player equipped with network functions
The HS-20 is a professional recorder/player with an integrated professional stereo recorder/player that is high in both sound quality and durability.
Equipped with network functions, the HS-20 can perform recording, playback, downloading and various other events automatically.
Main Features
FTP client for uploading and downloading files to/from servers.
Automatic uploading function
This allows simple archive creation for recorded data.
This is important for archiving regularly scheduled events like classes, lectures, worship services, and performances.
Since uploading occurs in the background, recording and playback operations are not interrupted.
SNTP client function enables accurate time setting
Automatic time synchronization can be set to occur whenever the unit is started, and every (24) hours.
Event lists with time-based management
Utilize the event lists for scheduled recording, playback, downloading and other events.
By combining playback events with download events, audio files can be automatically retrieved from a server for playback.
The HS-20 FTP server functions also enable centralized file management from a corporate headquarters to multiple locations - perfect for playing files simultaneously in a chain of retail stores.
SD/SDHC and Compact Flash Recording Media
The HS-20 was designed for solid-state recording - with no moving parts and immunity to vibration.
This design ensures broadcast-level reliability and durability in any environment.
Touchscreen TFT color display allows intuitive operation
The graphical user interface is intuitive and easy to understand. Menus for inputs, outputs, and other settings are simple and on one screen.
All parameters can be accessed by touching the screen and changing the settings.
Compared to earlier displays that could only show small bits of information, this interface is complete and easy to use.
Network Access via 1000BASE-T (Gigabit) Ethernet
Inclusion of FTP functions allows file transfers between CF/SD cards and servers.
This enables various applications, including loading of files onto a transfer system.
In addition, this also provides an environment for remote control over a network.
These features contribute to making systems and workflows more efficient.
VNC (Virtual Network Computing) is also supported, allowing a VNC viewer application to operate the system from a computer by viewing the screen shown on this unit's LCD.
TASCAM Broadcast-Quality Operation and Reliability
Files are automatically saved during recording about every (25) seconds to prevent loss of data due to unexpected power interruptions.
Even removal of a memory card during operation will not stop the system.
Options
Features at a Glance
- FTP 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
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Spec description
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 | 23.976 / 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) |
Information
Latest version info | |
Firmware | V1.04 |
- The time counter would display incorrectly when adding or overwriting a take using FTP. This has been fixed.
- Starting an FTP transfer immediately after starting playback would cause the playback sound to break up. This has been fixed.
- Immediately after completing an FTP file transfer, the unit would not respond to STOP, PLAY and PAUSE operations. This has been fixed.
- When a CF card formatted with exFAT or NTFS was loaded in the unit, a "Reading Media" pop-up message would stay on screen. This has been fixed.
- After setting an event list, if the clock on the unit was turned back through the date and time setting, for example, some events would not be executed. This has been fixed.
- Stop tally output from the parallel connector would turn off after the CF card in the non-current slot completed automatically loading if the CF card in the noncurrent slot did not have a project and was loaded when stopped or if the unit was stopped after a CF card that did not have a project was loaded in the noncurrent slot while not stopped. This has been fixed.
- If multiple new sessions were created on a CF card using TASCAM HS Editor, for example, only one of the created sessions would be recognized when that card was installed in the unit. This has been fixed.
- Operation stability has been improved.
Spec
Specifications | 10-09-2014 | 585.2 KB |
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CAD outline (PDF) | 07-30-2014 | 130.2 KB |
CAD outline DXF | 07-30-2014 | 603.7 KB |
Manuals
HS-20 Owner's Manual | 10-01-2014 | 4.6 MB |
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Documents
HS-2,HS-20,HS-2000 documentation | 03-03-2021 | 3.1 MB |
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Release Notes (English) | 12-09-2019 | 111.0 KB |
Firmware
Firmware V1.04 | 12-09-2019 | 1.8 MB |
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Firmware V1.03 | 09-27-2016 | 1.8 MB |
Software
Poly/Mono Converter for Windows | 03-13-2013 | 8.4 MB |
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Supported Media / Other
USB Supported Media | 06-11-2024 | 119.4 KB |
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SD Supported Media | 06-04-2024 | 114.9 KB |
CF Supported Media | 05-19-2020 | 82.7 KB |
HS-20 Tested Media List | 02-10-2015 | 9.2 KB |