Tascam SS-R250N Networkable Solid-State Recorder 1U - Dual SD, USB, FTP & AES/EBU

• Records to and plays from USB flash memory (up to 64 GB), SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (up to 128 GB)
• Supports recording and playback of high-resolution files up to 96 kHz / 24 bit

Network/control capabilities

• FTP client function enables automatic uploading of recorded files or downloading audio files from the server
• With event lists for recording, playback, download and other functions, the unit can be operated automatically based on the time set
• Time synchronisation via SNTP client enables event management with high accuracy
• iOS/Android control app allows transport operations and remote control of various settings
• Optional IF-DA2 interface card supports Dante two-channel input and output
• Serial and parallel ports
• RC-SS150 flash start controller with a colour LCD screen available as an option
• Tascam RC-3F footswitch or RC-20 remote control can be connected

Recording capabilities

• Dual SD memory card slot permits mirror and relay recording
• Marks can be set automatically when an error occurs or the input overloads
• The pre-recording function prevents any missing part at the beginning of your recordings
• Auto track function automatically trims audio material to tracks
• Compressor and limiter can help to improve the recording quality
• Auto level control available to automatically adjust the input level for recording
• Recording can be started as soon as the unit is turned on (Power-on recording function)
• Direct recording enables a recording to start without switching to record ready first
• XLR input connectors for microphones with phantom power supply (can also be used with line sources)
• RCA input connectors for consumer-level sources
• AES/EBU digital input (XLR)
• SPDIF coaxial input (RCA)

Playback functions

• Call function that saves the position where your last playback starts
• Ducking function automatically reduces the playback level while the input level rises and vice versa
• Incremental play (skip to each next track by pressing the PLAY button)
• Auto Cue locates the first sound in a track when in playback standby
• Auto Ready allows playback standby before the next track begins
• Pitch control and key control function for speed and key adjustments
• Playback modes such as Program, Random, and Single
• Repeat function (all tracks, A–B section)
• Monaural mix playback function
• Marks can be set at any position
• EOM (End of message) can notify the user before the track ends

Other features

• Sampling rate converter for inputs and outputs
• Link playback function allows two units to be operated in parallel
• Automatic file closing to avoid data loss if there is a sudden power loss during recording
• User presets: Up to three sets of settings can be stored to quickly switch input and output, sampling rate and other functions
• 1U rack-mount size
• RS-232C and Telnet commands can now also be used powered on and off the main unit and change setting of the TIME SKIP feature (see RS-232C/Telnet protocol specifications v1.11 for details)
• SS250 Control (v2.0.0) is required for this firmware
• Files and folders can be renamed and edited using RS-232C and Telnet
• Automatic track division is now possible in time increments (1–10 min, 15/30 minutes, 1 hour, 2/6/8/12/24 hours)
• SS250 Control (v1.1.0) is required for this firmware
• SS250 Control (remote control app) is now supported
• RC-900 remote control is now supported

General

• Recording media:
  • SD cards (512 MB – 2 GB)
  • SDHC cards (4–32 GB)
  • SDXC cards (64–128 GB)
  • USB flash drives (512 MB – 64 GB)
• Recording and playback file formats:
  • MP3: 44.1/48 kHz, 64/128/192/256/320 Kbit/s
  • WAV: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bits
• Number of channels:
  • 2 channels (stereo)
  • 1 channel (mono)

Analogue audio inputs and outputs

• Analogue input (unbalanced): RCA pin jacks
  • Rated input level: –10 dBV (0.316 Vrms)
  • Maximum input level: +6 dBV (2.0 Vrms)
  • Input impedance: 10 kΩ or higher
• Analogue input (balanced): XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
• When used as line input:
  • Nominal input level:
    • +4 dBu (1.23 Vrms, when Ref.Level set to other than −9 dBFS)
    • +6 dBu (1.55 Vrms, when Ref. Level set to −9 dBFS)
  • Maximum input level (switchable):
    • +15 dBu (4.36 Vrms, Ref. Level: −9 dBFS)
    • +18 dBu (6.16 Vrms, Ref. Level: −14 dBFS)
    • +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms, Ref. Level: −16 dBFS)
    • +22 dBu (9.76 Vrms, Ref. Level: −18 dBFS)
    • +24 dBu (12.28 Vrms, Ref. Level: −20 dBFS)
  • Input impedance: 10 kΩ or higher
• When used as mic input (phantom power supported):
  • Maximum input level: +4 dBu (1.23 Vrms)
  • Minimum input level: –70 dBu (245 μVrms) or higher
• Input impedance: 2.2 kΩ or higher
• Analogue output (unbalanced): RCA pin jacks
  • Rated output level: –10 dBV (0.316 Vrms)
  • Maximum output level: +6 dBV (2.0 Vrms)
  • Output impedance: 200 Ω
• Analogue output (balanced): XLR-3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Nominal output level:
    • +4 dBu (1.23 Vrms, when Ref.Level set to other than −9 dBFS)
    • +6 dBu (1.55 Vrms, when Ref. Level set to −9 dBFS)
  • Maximum output level (switchable):
    • +15 dBu (4.36 Vrms, Ref.Level: −9 dBFS)
    • +18 dBu (6.16 Vrms, Ref.Level: −14 dBFS)
    • +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms, Ref.Level: −16 dBFS)
    • +22 dBu (9.76 Vrms, Ref. Level: −18 dBFS)
    • +24 dBu (12.28 Vrms, Ref.Level: −20 dBFS)
  • Output impedance: 200 Ω
• Phones output: 6.3-mm standard stereo jack
  • Maximum output power: 45 mW + 45 mW or higher (THD+N 0.1% or less, into 32 Ω load)

Digital audio inputs and outputs

• Digital input (AES/EBU): XLR-3-31
  • Input impedance: 110 Ω
  • Format: AES3-2003 / IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU)
  • Supported sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
    • When SRC ON, 32–192 kHz can be received
• Digital input (SPDIF): RCA pin jack
  • Format: IEC60958-3
  • Supported sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
    • When SRC ON, 32–192 kHz can be received
• Digital output (AES/EBU): XLR-3-32
  • Output impedance: 110 Ω
  • Format: AES3-2003 / IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU)
  • Supported sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
• Digital output (SPDIF): RCA pin jack
  • Format: IEC60958-3 (SPDIF)

Other inputs and outputs

• Remote jack: 2.5-mm TRS jack (for Tascam RC-3F or RC-20, sold separately)
• USB port: 4-pin USB, A-type
  • Protocol: USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbit/s)
• Serial port (RS-232C): D-sub 9-pin
• Parallel port: D-sub 25-pin
  • Maximum input voltage: +5.5 V
  • High-level minimum input voltage: +2.31 V
  • Low-level maximum input voltage: +0.99 V
  • Output format: Open collector (10 Ω output impedance, 20 V withstand voltage, 35 mA maximum)
  • Low-level maximum output voltage: 0.5 V
  • 5 V power supply maximum supplied current: 100 mA
• Network connector (Ethernet): RJ45
  • Compatible standard: 100BASE-TX

Audio performance

• Frequency response (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT):
  • 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB (Fs = 44.1/48 kHz, JEITA)
  • 20 Hz – 40 kHz, +0.5/-3 dB (Fs = 96 kHz, JEITA)
• Distortion: 0.002 % or less (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Ref. Level: −16 dBFS, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
• S/N ratio: 106 dB or more (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
• Dynamic range: 106 dB or more (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
• Crosstalk: 100 dB or more (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
• Equivalent input noise (EIN): −125 dBu or less (150 Ω, 20 kHz LPF, A-weighted)

Power supply and other specifications

• Mains power: AC 100–240 V, 50-60 Hz
• Power consumption: 20 W
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 483 mm × 45 mm × 301 mm
• Weight: 2.9 kg
• Permissible operating temperature range: 5–35 °C