Radio Shack Pocketrak 2G - Manual (Page 5)

Only 1.7 Ounces and 1/2 Inch Thick
—Take it Everywhere!
Advanced Recording Capability
In Your Pocket
There are so many compelling reasons to record band rehearsals or music lessons for later
review that a portable recorder is an essential item. Recording conferences and meetings
has become a matter of course too. Naturally, the smaller and lighter that recorder is, while
delivering top-class sound quality, the better. Weighing only 1.7 ounces (49 grams)
complete with battery, the Yamaha POCKETRAK 2G Pocket Recorder is an unbeatable choice.
It’s only a half-inch (13 millimeters) thick and will slip unobtrusively into a shirt pocket. But
this diminutive, lightweight package contains a large 2-gigabyte memory plus advanced
digital audio technology that lets you record and play back with outstanding quality.
In addition to a CD-quality linear PCM recording mode that lets you record up to 3 hours
of music, there are a number of MP3 modes that provide significantly longer recording
times. The supplied long-lasting rechargeable battery can keep the POCKETRAK 2G
running for up to 19 hours continuously when recording in MP3 mode. Slide out the
built-in USB connecter and connect the POCKETRAK directly to your computer to transfer
files back and forth, and use the bundled CUBASE AI digital audio workstation software
to edit and enhance your recordings with pro-level control.
If sound is important to you, there’s simply no reason not have a Yamaha POCKETRAK 2G
Pocket recorder with you at all times.
The POCKETRAK 2G is so light and compact that there’s
no reason not to take it with you wherever you go. In addition
to recording rehearsals and lessons for later review and study,
you’ll always be prepared to capture the sounds of nature or the city,
samples for audio production, meetings, lectures, and much more.
2 GB Memory for High Audio Quality
and Extended Recording Times
The POCKETRAK 2G features a capacious 2 gigabytes of memory built in so that it can
deliver outstanding sound quality as well as extended recording times as required.
When you want maximum sonic quality in stereo you can record using the linear PCM
mode for up to 3 hours and 10 minutes with full CD quality (44.1 kHz, 16 bits).
High-sensitivity Tilt-up Microphone
In addition to superior basic performance, the built-in
stereo microphone can be tilted upward when the
POCKETRAK 2G is placed on a desk or table to minimize
sound degradation due to reflection
from the surface as well as pickup
of mechanically transmitted noise.
This high-performance microphone
delivers excellent sound quality and
signal-to-noise performance in a
variety of recording situations.
Level Meters and ALC for Optimum Record levels
For maximum quality when recording music you’ll want to set the
record level manually. In manual mode the record level can be adjusted
in 31 steps (0-30), and the POCKETRAK 2G has level meters and a peak
indicator that make setting optimum levels quick and easy. For speech
you can let the POCKETRAK 2G set the record level for you automatically
by simply switching the ALC (Automatic Level Control) function ON.
When ALC is ON the POCKETRAK 2G will automatically maintain the
best recording level for maximum clarity and intelligibility.
Note: Due to the characteristics of the internal memory, recording times may be slightly shorter in some cases.
S/N Comparison
with Conventional Voice Recorder
Record Mode
Linear PCM
MP3
XHQ
HQ
SP
Frequency (Hz)
40~20000
40~15000
40~7500
40~3500
File Extension
.WAV
.MP3
Compression
None
Low
Medium
High
Data Size (per min.)
Approx. 12MB
Approx. 1MB
Approx. 0.5MB
Approx. 0.25MB
Application
Original CD production.
Rehearsals and practice.
High-quality for meetings.
Standard quality for meetings.
Linear PCM and MP3 Recording Times
Output Level (dB)
-80
-60
-40
-100
Conventional Recorder
POCKETRAK 2G
Noise
Noise Reduction
1 kHz Signal
40 100 1 k 10 k Frequency (Hz)