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Zaxcom ZFR400 Miniature Recorder
Zaxcom has released the ZFR400 , which is the company ’ s smallest and lightest professional recorder to date .
The ZFR400 can record professional quality audio as a stand-alone device without the need of additional transmitters or receivers . Audio is recorded internally onto a microSD card using the lossless MARF ( Mobile Audio Recording Format ) that eliminates file corruption common to recordings due to dead battery or early card removal . Files are then instantly copied to Broadcast Wave Format ( BWF ) or MP3 via ZaxConvert – free software available for Mac or PC . A built-in timecode reader and generator will synchronize timecode , making it easy for post to organize .
The ZFR400 is housed in a high strength , impact resistant nylon polymer casing with rounded edges , machined metal , and rubber gaskets . It measures 2.2 x 1.6 x . 55 in . and weighs 62g with battery . The battery provides up to 10 hours of run time and its door is magnetically latched and sealed to protect it against harsh production environments .
For more information , contact Sonotechnique : 514-332-6868 , FAX 514-332-5537 , sales @ sonotechnique . ca , www . sonotechnique . ca .
Yamaha VXS1L Series Column Array Speaker
Yamaha has added the VXS1L Series of slim column array speaker systems to the Yamaha Commercial Audio Solutions ( CIS ) product line .
The VXS1L Series is compact and capable of delivering high sound quality in small commercial spaces , such as retail stores and malls , corporate offices , and educational institutions . The VXS1L Series can provide flexible coverage adjustments . For example , units can connect vertically for deeper coverage , and side by side to tighten horizontal dispersion . The VXS1L-8 covers 40 degrees in the vertical plane , while the VXS1L-16 and VXS1L-24 models can be switched between 20 and 30 degrees of vertical coverage via a single switch on the rear of the speaker .
The VXS1ML features a 1.5-in . full-range driver unit , neodymium magnet , and other refinements . It offers 170-degree horizontal and vertical dispersion so large spaces can be served by a relatively small number of speakers .
For more information , contact Yamaha Professional Audio : 714-522-9011 , FAX 714-522-9334 , info @ yamaha . com , www . yamahaca . com .
Factor Electronics COMM-2 Horn Speaker & Parabolic Microphone
Factor Electronics has release the COMM-2 two-way horn speaker and parabolic microphone , which provides two-way communications over IP when connected to an IP security camera system .
The COMM-2 is housed in a rugged all-metal enclosure that can withstand temperatures of -40 to + 40 degrees Celsius . It includes an internal 20-W class D amplifier , which is suitable for indoor or outdoor installations . The COMM-2 provides a wide pickup pattern and operates with a voice activated relay , which eliminates the potential for feedback .
For more information , contact Factor Electronics : 778-800-1918 , FAX 778-800-1918 , info @ factorelectronics . com , www . factorelectronics . com .
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